For individuals with sensorineural hearing loss, reduced frequency resolution widens ERBs. The CST framework suggests that hearing aids should implement "spectral contrast enhancement" – artificially increasing ( L(f_0) - M(f_0) ) for speech formants while suppressing in-between bands.
Remove the "boxy" or echoey sound of untreated rooms, making your audio sound like it was recorded in a professional studio.
Designed for efficiency, it can be used during live streams or as a VST/AU/AAX plugin within your favorite DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). How to Use Supertone Clear in Your Workflow
| Term | Focus | CST Focus | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Fundamental frequency | Pitch anchor | Any salient partial, not just f0 | | Formant | Resonant peak | Peak with perceptual contrast | | Overtone | Integer multiple | Can be inharmonic (e.g., bell, cymbal) | | Clarity (C80) | Time-domain energy ratio | Frequency-domain spectral contrast |
In , the pursuit of this tone dictates wood choice and bracing patterns. Luthiers often select dense, hard woods like Maple or Ebony for backs and sides (as opposed to the warmer Mahogany) to reflect sound waves with greater velocity, resulting in a brighter, "clearer" projection. In the acoustic world, this is often described as a "piano-like" tone.