Decay
On a synthesizer, decay is the time it takes for the sound to fade from its highest level, determined by the attack…
Category: Sound Design and Production Concepts
Attack
Attack on a synthesizer refers to the time it takes for a sound to reach its peak level after a note is…
Waveforms
There are several different types of waveforms that can be used in synthesizers. The most common waveforms are:
Amplitude
On a synthesizer, the amplitude is the term used to describe the overall level or volume of the sound being produced. It…
Frequency
Frequency on a synthesizer refers to the number of times a waveform oscillates within one second, measured in hertz (Hz). It is…
Harmonics
Harmonics in a synthesizer are the additional frequencies that are present in a sound, in addition to the fundamental frequency. The harmonics…
Timbre
Timbre, also referred to as tone color or sound quality, describes the distinctive attributes of a sound that set it apart from…