Above, Below, and Beyond: Distinct Vertical‑Plane Localization Profiles in Normal Hearing Listeners

Key Points

• Three distinct vertical localization profiles were identified among individuals with normal hearing, highlighting variability in perception.
• Uniform performers, those impaired in top-bottom identification, and those impaired in front-back identification were all observed across the study population.
• Analysis focused on the interplay between acoustic and non-acoustic perceptual factors affecting hearing localization.
• Findings suggest that understanding these profiles may enhance auditory assessment and intervention strategies.