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Welcome to a demonstration
of 3-dimensional sound.
In order to achieve
the most convincing effect,
we advise you
to close your eyes.
The sound you are about to hear
has been recorded
using binaural technique.
Binaural technique differs
from mono,stereo,
and surround sound recordings
in that you can determine
the exact distance
and direction of a given sound.
For instance,
if I walk around you,
you will be able to
locate my voice
while I am talking to you.
And if I drop my keys
and pick them up,
you can determine
whether my voice
is coming from below,
or from a source
that is right next to you.
By use of virtual sound sources,
a variety of effects
can be applied
enhancing your experience
of being in a different place.
In addition to the effects conveyed
by the separate sound sources
all kinds of atmospheres
can be created,
wrapping you up
in a virtual environment.
"It can be noisy."
"Ok this is about an hour?"
Or meditative.
It can be almost anything
you wanted to be.
Even a kiss.
You now have a brief sample of
how the 3-D synthesis can be
used in a musical context.
The special and movable sound scene
gives you a pleasant, relaxing,
almost meditative experience.
Close your eyes.
Lean back in a comfortable chair
and set your imagination free.