The use of HRTFs is of well-known importance when it comes to binaural listening. However, easily capturing accurate data is a key point that has not been solved yet. In this paper we present a process for individualizing the HRTFs of an individual using ear photographs. These are fitted to a statistical 3D ear model coupled to a statistical HRTF model. This coupling allows to instantly generate from a given parameterization of the ear model a corresponding set of HRTFs. The accuracy of the results is a direct consequence of the quality and the size of the underlying databases.

Authors: Ghorbal, Slim; Séguier, Renaud; Bonjour, Xavier
Affiliations: 3D Sound Labs, Rennes, France; CentraleSupélec, Rennes, France; 3D Sound Labs, Port Marly, France; 3D Sound Labs, Cesson-Sevigne, France(See document for exact affiliation information.)
AES Convention: 141 (September 2016) eBrief:283
Publication Date: September 20, 2016 Import into BibTeX
Subject: Spatial Audio & Transducers
Permalink: https://www.aes.org/e-lib/browse.cfm?elib=18383

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