Loudness measurement of multitrack audio content using modifications of ITU-R BS.1770

Pedro Pestana*, Josh Reiss, Álvaro Barbosa

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Abstract

The recent loudness measurement recommendations by the ITU and the EBU have gained widespread recognition in the broadcast community. The material it deals with is usually full-range mastered audio content, and its applicability to multitrack material is not yet clear. In the present work we investigate how well the evaluated perception of single track loudness agrees with the measured value as defined by ITU-R BS.1770. We analyze the underlying features that may be the cause for this disparity and propose some parameter alterations that might yield better results for multitrack material with minimal modification to their rating of broadcast content. The best parameter sets are then evaluated by a panel of experts in terms of how well they produce an equal-loudness multitrack mix, and are shown to be significantly more successful.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication134th Audio Engineering Society Convention 2013
Pages27-35
Number of pages9
Publication statusPublished - 2013
Event134th Audio Engineering Society Convention 2013 - Rome, Italy
Duration: 4 May 20137 May 2013

Publication series

Name134th Audio Engineering Society Convention 2013

Conference

Conference134th Audio Engineering Society Convention 2013
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityRome
Period4/05/137/05/13

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