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Audible Effects vs. Objective Measurements in the Electrical Signal Path

After a brief introduction to the theory of linear and nonlinear distortion, the factors affecting its audibility in music are examined. The available literature pertaining to distortion is reviewed. Research into these areas will be described with particular emphasis on the implication for minimum audible thresholds. The difficulty of correlating measurements with what is heard is discussed.

Author: Cabot, Richard C.
Affiliation: Audio Precision, Beaverton OR
AES Conference:8th International Conference: The Sound of Audio (May 1990)
Paper Number:8-008 Import into BibTeX
Subject:The Sound of Audio

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