Soundscape reproduction and synthesis

摘要: The aims of this work were to investigate (i) whether soundscape perceptual dimensions are correctly reproduced by ambisonic loudspeaker playback, (ii) dimensional analysis is robust changes location and from the field laboratory (iii) a simple synthesis can be used interactively design soundscape. first two addressed an experiment which attempted repeat made Kang (Kang, J. (2007), Urban Sound Environment. London: Taylor Francis). semantic differential scales conduct in-situ survey urban soundscapes in Sheffield, UK. He factor derive four responses. present repeated approach, but fifteen participants judging recordings Manchester, found very similar with more variance explained: relaxation/calmness (41%), dynamics/vibrancy (10%), communication (7%) and spatiality (7%). studies load onto way. These results indicate that reproduction gives experiments, though explained. They also show response enough produce for different locations cities. To third aim, was extended system allowed independent interactive control sixteen foreground sounds set background Eight able use successfully expressed their intentions. It designed seemed based on participant expectation typical than preference individual sounds. suggest sophisticated synthesiser might suitable real problems.