In order to evaluate differences among recording formats and resolutions over a variety of classical, jazz, and popular musical material, a unique collection of audio assets was recorded. Live performances were captured using a single pair of microphones, positionally adjusted for each sound source. Preamplifier outputs were routed to 11 identical recording interfaces capturing various PCM and DSD formats simultaneously with 3 analogue tape recorders, the contents of which were then transferred to the above digital formats. These assets will be used to compare differences among recording formats and resolutions using identical performances, and to provide source material for listening tests as well as further research. The design and execution of this project will be discussed.

Authors: Strum, Jordan; King, Richard; Protsidym, Oles; Catanescu, Ieronim
Affiliations: ProStudioMasters, Montreal, QC, Canada; McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada; The Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Music Media and Technology, Montreal, Quebec, Canada; McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada(See document for exact affiliation information.)
AES Convention: 143 (October 2017) eBrief:366
Publication Date: October 8, 2017
Subject: Recording & Production

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