Product Description
Now available in a Fifth Edition, An Introduction to the Psychology of Hearing is the leading textbook in the field of auditory perception-also known as psychoacoustics. The Fifth Edition has been thoroughly updated, with more than 200 references to articles and books published since 1996. The book describes the relationships between the characteristics of the sounds that enter the ear and the sensations that they produce. Wherever possible these relationships are specified in terms of the underlying mechanisms. In other words, the goal is to impart an understanding of what the auditory system does and how it works. Topics covered include the physics of sound, the physiology of the auditory system, frequency selectivity and masking, loudness perception, temporal analysis, pitch perception, sound localization, timbre perception, the perceptual organization of complex auditory "scenes", speech perception, and practical applications such as hearing aids, cochlear implants, and high-fidelity sound reproduction. The book starts from basic principles, and does not assume prior knowledge about hearing. Research results are not just described, but are interpreted and evaluated. The book includes extensive references to recent research so that those interested in a specific area can readily obtain more detailed information. Designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate level courses in psychology, speech and hearing sciences, and audiologyWill appeal to researchers and professionals involved in sound and hearing, such as audio engineers, otologists, hearing-aid designers, audiologists, and hearing aid dispensersEmphasis on the mechanisms underlying auditory perception with key concepts clearly explained

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 4 reviews)

Great handy book by J. Krizman (Chicago)

4 Stars
October 11, 2007
This is a really good book to give you an overview of hearing and different tests that are used in the field of audiology.

A Good One by Laura (Virginia, USA)

5 Stars
February 12, 2007
This book is comprehensive and well-written. Difficult concepts are explained clearly. The word "Introduction" in the title is deceiving, as the book is very thorough.

Maybe the best by Michael Lippert

5 Stars
November 09, 2004
This book is one of my absolute favorites among the hearing research books. It covers all the basic themes and often gives very recent citations. So it is interesting to read that in some tinnitus patients ears the frequency is emitted from the ear! But together with this is the problem of the book associated: it is a little bit short. But all in all it is great to read and a wonderful inspiring book. Highly recommended also for beginners.

Must-read for those interested in auditory perception

5 Stars
October 14, 1998
This is the standard text for those interested in psychoacoustics. In addition to being authoritative, it is an excellent read. One of the few technical books I've actually read cover-to-cover more than once, and an invaluable reference.

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