If you have already visited the virtual barber shop then you’ll know just what a great experience it is. If you haven’t then I welcome you try it. But before you enter and let the barber loose on your hair, perhaps I should explain what it’s all about.
The virtual barber shop audio clip is recorded by QSound Labs and is an example of binaural recording. The makers of the clip describe it as “…the most perceptually realistic recording technique in the world for humans. By capturing sound the way we hear as humans, our brains can most easily understand the subtle complexity of the sound and make sense of it.”
Before you listen to the clip here are some things to remember: listen through headphones, make sure the volume is turned up to a level you are comfortable with, close your eyes and make sure you won’t be interrupted. When you are ready click here to begin.
From a psychological standpoint these recording techniques have been used in relaxation therapies for the successful reduction of mild anxiety. What did you make of the experience? Did you find it relaxing?
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