The Role of FFR and Signal-to-Noise Ratio in Pitch Perception Research

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Buch | Softcover
274 Seiten
2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-26888-4 (ISBN)
30,10 inkl. MwSt
Pitch perception, the ability to distinguish between different musical tones, is a fundamental aspect of human hearing. Researchers are increasingly utilizing the Frequency Following Response (FFR) to gain insights into this complex process.The FFR is a brainwave that reflects the brain's synchronization with the frequency of an auditory stimulus. By measuring the FFR, scientists can assess how faithfully the brain represents pitch information. However, a critical factor influencing FFR measurements is the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR).SNR refers to the strength of the desired signal (the sound of interest) relative to the background noise. Low SNR, where noise dominates the signal, can significantly distort the FFR, making it difficult to interpret pitch processing accurately.Therefore, researchers employ various techniques to enhance SNR during FFR experiments. These techniques may involve filtering out background noise, using specialized recording equipment, or presenting stimuli in controlled environments.By optimizing SNR, scientists can obtain clearer FFR measurements, leading to a more precise understanding of pitch perception. This knowledge can have significant implications for various fields, including music cognition, audiology, and the development of hearing aids.

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Erscheint lt. Verlag 22.6.2024
Verlagsort Shaik road
Sprache englisch
Maße 155 x 234 mm
Gewicht 465 g
Themenwelt Naturwissenschaften Biologie Genetik / Molekularbiologie
Naturwissenschaften Biologie Humanbiologie
Schlagworte auditory brainstem • Auditory neuroscience • Cortical processing • electrophysiology • Frequency-following response (FFR) • Individual differences • Noise perception • pitch perception • Signal Processing • speech-in-noise perception
ISBN-10 3-384-26888-1 / 3384268881
ISBN-13 978-3-384-26888-4 / 9783384268884
Zustand Neuware
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