dichotic listening

the process of receiving different auditory messages presented simultaneously to each ear. Listeners experience two streams of sound, each localized at the ear to which it is presented, and are able to focus on the message from one ear while ignoring the message from the other ear. See also interaural rivalry.

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May 6th 2024

BF

abbreviation for best frequency. See tonotopic organization; tuning curve.