A computer program for prediction of sound system performance is presented. A finite element model provides an accurate geometric and acoustic representation of the sound system's environment. Loudspeakers may be placed to simulate a wide variety of sound system layout strategies, and the relative merits of each readily assessed. Sound field calculations include: spatial maps of direct field coverage, temporal representations of both direct and reflected sound as well as directional information from a listener's point of view. Advanced development will cover prediction of intelligibility, a revised reverberant field calculation and the use of color to represent multiple parameters.

Authors: Birkle, Thomas K.; Jacob, Kenneth D.
Affiliation: Bose Corporation, Framingham, MA
AES Conference: 6th International Conference: Sound Reinforcement (May 1988)
Paper Number: 6-011
Publication Date: May 1, 1988
Subject: Sound Reinforcement

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