Definition of Golden ear
A golden ear is a term used in professional audio circles to refer to a person who is thought to possess special talents in hearing. People described as having golden ears are said to be able to discern subtle differences in audio reproduction that most inexperienced and untrained listeners cannot.
A tin ear is an antonym to this talent, someone who is tone-deaf and cannot distinguish what they hear well at all.
Another meaning of the term is used by audiologists to describe aging test subjects who do not demonstrate the expected age-related loss in hearing acuity.
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What is Golden ear?
A golden ear is a term used in professional audio circles to refer to a person who is thought to possess special talents in hearing.