Klarinet Archive - Posting 000737.txt from 1997/11

From: Roger Garrett <rgarrett@-----.edu>
Subj: Re: Nyquist
Date: Thu, 20 Nov 1997 13:24:02 -0500

On Thu, 20 Nov 1997, Jonathan Cohler wrote:
> Here's why. If we set our stereo system so that the softest sounds
> (corresponding to the lowest or LSB of the 24-bits) is just audible, then
> the loudest sounds on the recording will be at a level that causes severe
> physical harm to one's ears. If, on the other hand, we set the volume so
> that the softest sounds cannot be heard, then we are not using the dynamic
> range anyhow, and therefore it is not useful. (I believe that 120dB is
> already at the edge of what can cause damage to the ears.)

So this is why I always have to turn the stereo up and down....damn! I
thought it was just because I am picky! Also....the tv....now I have a
good argument for my wife!!!

Roger Garrett