TABLE OF CONTENTS Measurements are made on audio equipment to check performance under specified conditions and to assess suitability for use in a particular application. They may be used to verify specified system performance or as a way of comparing several pieces of equipment for use in a system. Measurements may also be used to identify components in need of adjustment or repair. Whatever the application, audio measurements are an important part of audio engineering.
This section focuses on the basic audio test procedures. Digital technology has added a new layer of complexity with regard to audio test and measurement. Still, for many applications, analog methods provide familiar, reliable tools for confirming system performance.
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Reference Documents for this Section
Bauman, P., S. Lipshitz, and J. Vanderkooy: Cepstral Techniques for Transducer Measurement: Part II, Audio Engineering Society preprint 2302, AES, New York, N.Y., October 1985.
Berman, J. M., and L. R. Fincham: The Application of Digital Techniques to the Measurement of Loudspeakers, J. Audio Eng. Soc., AES, New York, N.Y., vol. 25, June 1977.
Cabot, R. C.: Limiters, Compressors, and Expanders, Sound & Video Contractor, Intertec Publishing, Overland Park, Kan., vol. 26, November 1985.
Cabot, R. C.: Measurement of Audio Signal Slew Rate, Audio Engineering Society preprint 1414, AES, New York, N.Y., November 1978.
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