Akshay Narang

University of Salford, School of Computing, Science and Engineering, Alumnus

St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, Mass Media, Alumnus

SAE Institute, Audio Engineering, Alumnus

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MSc: Audio
Diploma: Audio
Bachelors: Mass Media

Acoustics
Audio Production
Archaeoacoustics
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Cornell University

Matthew Broome

University of Oxford

Emir O. Filipović

University of Sarajevo, Faculty of Philosophy

Andreas Floros

Ionian University

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Università degli Studi "La Sapienza" di Roma

Manuel Arroyo-Kalin

University College London

Alejandra B Osorio

Wellesley College

Dan Hicks

University of Oxford

Marc Champagne

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

David Seamon

Kansas State University

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MSc Dissertation Physiological and emotional effects of sound interacting with megalith acoustics

Archaeoacoustics: Physiological Effects of Sound in Ancient Megaliths

Ancient megaliths across the globe have been a source of wonder and inspiration since their disco... more Ancient megaliths across the globe have been a source of wonder and inspiration since their discoveries. How and why they were built remain a mystery but some of their functions, whether intentional or just a coincidental by-product, can be measured. Two sites in particular, the Hypogeum of Malta and the Great Pyramid of Egypt, exhibit anomalous acoustical properties. One perspective is the ritual use of such sites. If this was true, the acoustics would exhibit certain physiological and emotional responses in subjects (by measuring brainwaves, skin conductance and emotions). Convolution reverb has been used to replicate the acoustic features and the gathered data was compared to parallel responses taken from meditation studies. A meditative state of mind would be similar to the states achieved during such ceremonies, as they are in present day indigenous tribes. The data analysis revealed several interesting findings. Both instruments used (Tuvan throat singing and Didgeridoo) proved effective in exciting the resonances and reducing the dominant brainwave frequency of subjects. This effect was comparable to and replicated by specifically produced binaural beats. The findings on the 110 Hz "megalith frequency" remain inconclusive although it did enable marginal brainwave frequency relaxation. The triangulated approach to study provided multiple perspectives and was effective in determining how humans are physiologically and emotionally affected by sound in these timeless structures.

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Reflection Free Zone Control Room construction in a University environment

Accurate control rooms are a prerequisite for a professional studio. The degree of accuracy achie... more Accurate control rooms are a prerequisite for a professional studio. The degree of accuracy achieved depends mainly on the available budget. This paper does not take budget into consideration but gives a practical approach to design a studio in a University environment. There were several limiting factors in the environment provided. These were first analyzed from an acoustic perspective and subsequently solved with acoustic treatment. The final outcome was a control room that adhered to standards set forth by the ITU and EBU.

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Comparison of the localization accuracy of two commercial binaural synthesis plugins

Binaural technology has been underused since its inception. There are a few issues with reproduct... more Binaural technology has been underused since its inception. There are a few issues with reproduction accuracy like front back ambiguity and the cone of confusion, but current developments are helping us overcome these. Thus there are several applications where this technology will be useful like 3D mobile audio and virtual reality systems. Two commercial plugins are compared in terms of spatial accuracy. Since software is easily accessible and negates the use of expensive hardware and laboratory conditions, it is not limited to only professionals thereby available to the masses. Listening tests were conducted to compare localization accuracy and one plugin was found to be more accurate than the other in the azimuth plane (with basic settings), but both were not efficient in elevation localization, performing similarly.

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Hardware and Software requirements of a Post Production Facility

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Archaeoacoustics: Necessity for the study of the Acoustics of selected Ancient Architecture

The paper explores how sound behaves differently in two unique acoustic environments, one ancient... more The paper explores how sound behaves differently in two unique acoustic environments, one ancient (4000 BC Hypogeum of Hal Saflieni) and the other relatively modern (13th Century St. Etienne Cathedral). The reason for the construction of either structures is different, which is one of the factors this experiment is presenting evidence for. The experiment showcases that differences in the acoustics of both structures, even though they have almost the same reverb time (time taken to fade out), are perceptible. These differences are apparent to the human ear and in ancient times were used to alter brainwave frequency, thus being an aid to rituals and ceremonies conducted by various forms of shamans (spiritual leaders, priests). The methodology used was an ABX listening test, which is described in detail, then conclusive results are presented with an in depth analysis. The results confirm the significance of this field of experimentation, archaeoacoustics. It is safe to conclude with high confidence that ancient sites (both structures built and natural occupied spaces like caves) have employed the use of sound to alter perception and connect with the spiritual realm in order to gain a better understanding of life and the universe.

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MSc Dissertation Physiological and emotional effects of sound interacting with megalith acoustics

Archaeoacoustics: Physiological Effects of Sound in Ancient Megaliths

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Reflection Free Zone Control Room construction in a University environment

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Comparison of the localization accuracy of two commercial binaural synthesis plugins

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Hardware and Software requirements of a Post Production Facility

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Archaeoacoustics: Necessity for the study of the Acoustics of selected Ancient Architecture

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