FEATUR.UX.AV: A Live Sound Visualization System Using Multitrack Audio

Abstract

In this paper, we describe the conceptual design and technical implementation of an audiovisual system whereby multitrack audio is used to generate visualizations in real time. We discuss our motivation within the context of audiovisual practice and present the outcomes of studies conducted to outline design requirements. We then describe the audio and visual components of our multitrack visualization model, and specific parts of the graphical user interface (GUI) which focus on mapping as the primary mechanism to facilitate live multitrack audiovisual performance.