The sound of the cultural heritage: a case study on the Odeon of Pompei

A groundbreaking study on the Odeon of Pompeii reveals how advanced acoustic analysis and immersive technology can reconstruct the sound environment of ancient Roman structures. Researchers used a spherical array microphone to capture 360-degree audio data, overlaying impulse response (IR) visualizations with high-resolution imagery to map key acoustic parameters. This approach provided unprecedented insights into the spatial acoustics of the Odeon, offering a novel method for studying cultural heritage sites. The findings highlight the potential of modern technology in preserving and interpreting the auditory dimensions of historical architecture.

Merli, F., Bevilacqua, A., & Tronchin, L. (2021). The sound of the cultural heritage: a case study on the Odeon of Pompei. 2021 Immersive and 3D Audio: From Architecture to Automotive (I3DA), 1–4. https://doi.org/10.1109/i3da48870.2021.9610870