The missing chapters of audio science
The short description and objective of the website is something like this: exploring controversial questions, dispelling audiophile misconceptions, explanations of audio-related topics with measurements, simulations and software developed "in-house".
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"Where do we go now?"
As the years go by, it's getting harder and harder to find a new topic in this hobby. Especially a topic that may be of greater interest, but also brings some new ideas (so not the usual mind numbing AI, streaming, AI, streaming, AI...).
Headphone equalization is probably the most interesting segment of audio science. I have gained some experience with headphone measurements over the past few years, both with flat-plate and silicone ears. It seems that "flat-plate" type headphone equalization works as well, at least with over-ear headphones.
Lossy audio compression is another area close to my heart. Unfortunately, it's really hard to find a source that explains the logic behind MP3, AAC, or Opus in an easy-to-read style - if such a source exists at all. One can read Wikipedia or tech articles (pdfs) all day long without understanding anything about the technology. (more in: Lossy audio formats & streaming: the 10 basic rules)
"First principles, Clarice. Simplicity."
Summarizing complex and broad topics is always a challenge. "Sound reproduction, audio measurements & fidelity: the 10 basic rules" covers the science and logic behind sound reproduction and audio measurements with only a few words.
Have fun!
Csaba Horváth
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