Spatial audio encoding and reproduction of diffuse sound

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9728181
APP PUB NO 20150332663A1
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14720605

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A method and apparatus processes multi-channel audio by encoding, transmitting or recording “dry” audio tracks or “stems” in synchronous relationship with time-variable metadata controlled by a content producer and representing a desired degree and quality of diffusion. Audio tracks are compressed and transmitted in connection with synchronized metadata representing diffusion and preferably also mix and delay parameters. The separation of audio stems from diffusion metadata facilitates the customization of playback at the receiver, taking into account the characteristics of local playback environment.

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DTS INC5220 LAS VIRGENES ROAD CALABASAS CA 91302

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Hastings, Stephen R Kirkland, US 1 33
Johnston, James D Redmond, US 50 2915
Jot, Jean-Marc Aptos, US 115 3211

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