the idea behind
At SouniQ, we rethink how sound is measured. Traditional methods focus on analyzing sound as a mix of pure sine waves using tools like Fourier transforms and spectrum analysis. While this works for measuring overall sound energy, it often misses the details that actually matter.
These standard methods tend to overlook timing and especially the quieter, short-lived sound events—known as transients. Yet, it's those transients that play a key role in how the human ear understands sound. Our ears are much more sensitive to quick sound pulses than to steady tones.
That’s why our patented technology, EarQuake, focuses on what people actually hear. It captures those subtle changes and fast signals that conventional tools ignore, giving you a far more realistic and precise understanding of sound quality.
Simple, Powerful Decision-Making
We make sound evaluation straightforward. When using EarQuake, you only need to answer one question:
- Does it sound OK or does it NOT sound OK?
Based on your input, the system automatically learns what the ideal sound should be and generates intelligent boundaries to define what's acceptable and what’s not.
The technology
EarQuake is built around how the human ear actually works. It uses critical band filters, similar to those in the cochlea, and factors in psychoacoustic effects like masking—where one sound can hide another. This allows the system to measure what’s audible, not just what’s measurable.
Seamless Integration with Existing Systems
SouniQ’s technology is built for flexibility—it can often be integrated into existing measurement or monitoring systems that already capture sound or vibration data. If you already have an analysis setup, SouniQ can enhance it by improving classification accuracy without needing to replace what’s already working.
We can tap into your existing sensors—whether it's microphones, accelerometers, pressure transducers, or laser vibrometers—and operate in parallel with your current system.
For new setups, SouniQ also offers a custom-built intelligent microphone. Unlike standard microphones, this device includes a powerful ARM DSP processor that processes audio signals in real time. It outputs both the analysis results and the audio signal digitally via USB, Ethernet/Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth—ready for further processing, logging, or integration.
Key Benefits
- Objective sound analysis that aligns with human hearing
- Reliable supplier evaluation based on sound data
- Fast, automatic production line quality control
- Early detection of faults and maintenance needs
- Simplified user experience with accurate and consistent results
- Prevents costly breakdowns and product failures
- Detecting clicks, rattles, and mechanical issues
- Replacing subjective listening panels and expert “golden ears”
- Enabling objective sound quality specifications in production
- Monitoring machines for early warnings based on sound changes
- Classifying error types through precise sound pattern recognition
- Measuring distortion and signal quality with minimal manual input
Meet the Founders
SouniQ was founded by Brian Johansen and Cecilia Adelborg-Beck, combining decades of experience in acoustics with a clear sense of vision, direction, and identity. While Brian leads technology and innovation, Cecilia drives the broader mission – ensuring everything we do connects with people and purpose.
Explore more of the technical contributions:
Human Like Ear Simulator (patent)
Detection of machine failure based on biologically based models (patent)
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