MMWC Final

high pass filter

A frequency effect that eliminates frequency below a certain point to allow higher frequencies to pass.

equalizer

A device or software used to adjust the balance between frequency components, allowing the user to boost or cut specific frequencies in audio.

latency

The delay between an audio input and output, often measured in milliseconds, which can affect sound synchronization.

multi timbral synthesizer

a synthetic that outputs more than one type of sound at the same time

compressor

a tool used to compress loud sounds, can be used for an effect.

chorus

An audio effect that combines multiple identical signals with slight variations in timing and pitch to create a fuller sound.

midi

system that connects digital instruments through different interfaces.

XLR

3 point cable that connects to microphones, mixers, and speakers

Delay

An audio effect that records audio and plays it back after a set amount of time.

low pass filter

software that eliminates high frequencies to allow lower frequencies to pass.

midi interface

device that allows for communication through instruments and computers

synthesizer

controller used to generate sounds

reverb

effect added in taste to make a track sound like it’s in a desired room

Bussing

Taking multiple inputs and grouping them in one auxiliary channel.

gain knob

controls volume being input in the mixing board

masking

perception of one sound is affected by the presence of another.