Holophonic Sound: This will trip you out.

// May 4th, 2010 // Audio, Blog Post

Let me start by saying that these audio clips are a must listen. It demonstrates 3D sound in a way I have never experienced before. Get your headphones ready.

Developed in the 1980s by Hugo Zuccarelli, Holophonic Sound uses the same “multiple exposure” premise as that used to create holographic images. The recorded sound produced is so realistic, some people claim they can smell sulphur when they listen to a holophonic recording of someone striking a match. It appears that Holophonic Sound waves stimulate our brains to reproduce very realistic and truly three dimensional sound within us, thereby stimulating other responses that our brains expect to accompany the sound. Even more interesting is the fact that researchers report that some hearing impaired people can “hear” Holophonic Sound – again because it stimulates their brains even though their audio receiver mechanisms are not working properly.

Listen To Holophonic Sound

You should listen on headphones, and close your eyes for best effect.

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Food for thought: Why is this concept not used more in Film/TV and in music production? Share your comments and thoughts below.