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Physics

Head Shadow Effect

Quick fact

The head shadow effect can reduce the sound level at the far ear by as much as 20 decibels for high-frequency sounds, making it a powerful directional cue.

Why this is interesting

Ever wondered why you can instantly tell whether a sound is coming from your left or right? Part of the answer lies in the acoustic shadow cast by your own head.