Pinna Effect

Pinna Effect

The Pinna Effect is a fascinating phenomenon deeply rooted in the structure of our hearing. Named after the Latin word for the outer ear (Pinna), this effect describes how our outer ear captures and modifies sound before it reaches the ear canal.

What is the Pinna Effect?
When sound waves hit our ears, their path is altered by the unique shape of the ear (Pinna). This alteration affects the levels of the sound waves and helps the brain determine the direction and distance of the sound source. The Pinna Effect is therefore a crucial component of our ability to orient ourselves spatially and localize sounds