X-Curve Isn’t An EQ Curve. An explanation of how X-Curve came into being, and why it’s still relevant to cinema.
Competing with Dolby. Everyone may complain, but there are reasons why Dolby has the best shot at succeeding with its new
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Archives for October 2012
X-Curve Is Not An EQ Curve
A commonly misunderstood tool in cinema sound is the X-Curve. The very name suggests it has something to do with equalization of the sound track. In fact, it has nothing to do with soundfield equalization. Far from it, X-Curve describes a
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Competing with Dolby
Successful products come in flavors. Some products sell simply because of quality, reliability, and support. 3-D sells because some filmmakers know how to use it to draw audiences, and it provides exhibitors the means to sell higher
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Lasers Are Coming, Someday, Maybe
If asked which company has done the most work to bring high brightness to cinemas, some might point to the projector manufacturers, pointing to the several public demonstrations this year of laser light illuminators. Those who better
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Encryption Meets File Sharing
While there is no shortage of file sharing sites, Kim Dotcom has been painted as one of the world’s greatest criminals for having operated a successful one. His greatest sin with Megaupload may have been the encouragement of high volume
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