Groove is a popular and widely used concept in the field of music. Yet, its precise definition
remains elusive. Upon closer inspection, groove appears to be used as an umbrella term …

When evaluating surround sound loudspeaker reproduction, perceptual effects are
commonly analyzed in relationship to different loudspeaker configurations. The presented …

Sound is sensed by the ear but can also be felt on the skin, by means of vibrotactile
stimulation. Only little research has addressed perceptual implications of vibrotactile …

Music in three-dimensional (3D) audio formats is becoming increasingly important in many
areas of the entertainment industry. However, little research has been done on the effects of …

A key goal of extended reality (XR) technologies and digital games is to create immersive
experiences for the user. Immersive experience is a multifaceted phenomenon that …

With the development of the entertainment industry, the need for immersive and emotionally
impactful sound design has emerged. Utilization of spatial sound is potentially the next step …

In this paper we present the results of an investigation performed during a concert designed
specifically for individuals with a hearing impairment. We remixed a popular song for the …

Spatial audio and virtual acoustics are concerned with recreating or synthesizing sound
fields that produce sensations similar to those experienced in natural spatial hearing. This is …

Multichannel loudspeaker setups commonly known as “surround sound” systems promise to
deliver an immersive music listening experience by reproducing spatial cues contained in …

Although home cinema and entertainment systems capable of reproducing 3D multichannel
surround formats are widely in use, the availability of most musical content is restricted to the …