Malone & Semple (2001; Fig. 10) observed forward suppression centred on the probe-tone frequency, in at least one unit, using longer tone durations.
For half of the stimuli, the longer tone was presented first, and for half of the stimuli, the shorter tone was presented first.
When the positions of the areas of the AI and AAF had been determined in this way, units in AII were identified by their location ventral of AI and AAF, their longer tone response latency compared to AI and AAF units, and the non-tonotopical organisation of BFs.
Repeated reflections, dispersion, and absorption of the waves are responsible for the subsequent fainter and longer whistling tones.
Also known as the pianoforte, it was an improvement on the earlier harpsichord in part because longer, sustained tones were now possible, rather than exclusively short staccato notes, allowing a wider range of expressive moods.
" However, given the ongoing tone of the discussion, I no longer feel that this council can accomplish these goals.
Hall said he wanted a BBC in tune with the times and said he could no longer be "tone deaf" to public opinion.
To mention his daughters and their school to promote gun freedom reflects an organization that is no longer just tone deaf to the vast majority of Americans, but overtly defiant.
But after Orpheus's fateful turn backward, the mood calms a bit: Longer-held tones begin to show up in Mr. Sciarrino's score, and a greater sense of melodic line emerges.
He also seems more at ease with being a sex symbol, stripping down to his vest with a knowing grin and provoking lustful screams, even if he is no longer gym-toned.
In theatre, minimal sets take on longer-lasting, tone-setting significance.
