Measurement microphones, despite their precision, inherently alter the sound field due to reflections and diffractions caused by their size and shape. This challenge becomes critical in car cabins, where non-ideal acoustic environments – defined by complex materials and confined spaces – compromise test reliability. Smaller microphones, optimized for such environments, offer solutions but also introduce new hurdles. Additionally, the growing use of microphone arrays and artificial heads to characterize automotive audio systems presents unique challenges. Delve into the intricacies of in-cabin acoustic measurements, explore cutting-edge solutions and consider the evolving demands of automotive audio testing. Don’t miss it!

• Measurement microphone effects on sound fields
• The benefits of smaller microphones in minimizing sound field interference
• Limitations of microphones designed for ideal acoustic environments
• Choosing microphones for non-ideal conditions like car cabin tests
• Microphone arrays and artificial heads challenges in automotive audio tests