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What phenomenon does sound represent?
What phenomenon does sound represent?
a wave phenomenon
Who invented the first device to record and reproduce sound?
Who invented the first device to record and reproduce sound?
Thomas Edison
Sound is represented primarily in digitized values.
Sound is represented primarily in digitized values.
False
What is the minimum sampling rate needed for accurate signal representation?
What is the minimum sampling rate needed for accurate signal representation?
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What does MIDI stand for?
What does MIDI stand for?
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The first kind of sampling is called ______.
The first kind of sampling is called ______.
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What is an example of quantization?
What is an example of quantization?
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What type of waves can be used to decompose signals?
What type of waves can be used to decompose signals?
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Match the following MIDI components with their descriptions:
Match the following MIDI components with their descriptions:
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MIDI can only control one instrument at a time.
MIDI can only control one instrument at a time.
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Study Notes
Human Auditory System
- Sound is a wave phenomenon caused by the compression and expansion of air molecules.
- Thomas Edison invented the phonograph in 1877, the first device to record and reproduce sound using a tinfoil sheet on a phonograph cylinder.
- Alexander Graham Bell made improvements to the phonograph in the 1880s.
Sound Generation
- Sound generators vibrate to produce longitudinal pressure waves perceived as sound.
- The physical world often exhibits analog characteristics.
Sound Waves
- Sound waves represent pressure waves with continuous values, contrasting with digitized versions.
- Digitization involves converting continuous sound into a stream of numbers, ideally integers for efficiency.
Digitization Process
- Sound exists in a 1-dimensional nature where amplitude depends on time.
- Digitization involves measuring audio information in both time (sampling) and amplitude (quantization).
Sampling
- Sampling measures audio quantities at evenly spaced time intervals.
- Common audio sampling rates range from 8 kHz to 48 kHz.
- Following the Nyquist theorem, a sampling rate must be at least twice the maximum frequency to prevent aliasing.
Quantization
- Involves converting analog sound levels at intervals into digital equivalents.
- Bit depth examples include 8 bits for telecommunication and 16 bits for CDs, affecting the signal-to-noise ratio.
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface)
- MIDI is a scripting language that encodes sound production events, detailing pitch, duration, and volume.
- Serves as a standard for electronic music, controlling devices like synthesizers and sound cards.
MIDI Channels
- MIDI supports 16 channels, each potentially linked to specific instruments (e.g., channel 1 for piano).
- Instruments can be switched dynamically within a MIDI setup.
MIDI Components
- MIDI Synthesizer: Functions as a standalone sound generator capable of modifying pitch, loudness, and tone.
- MIDI Sequencer: Initially hardware for storing and editing MIDI sequences; now often implemented as software.
- MIDI Keyboard: Generates MIDI messages instead of sound, functioning similarly to assembler code.
Wave Types
- Key waveforms include Sine Wave, Square Wave, Triangle Wave, and Sawtooth Wave.
Fun Facts
- Ultrasonic ringtones can produce sounds above 17 kHz, often inaudible to individuals over 30. Various online sources offer these ringtones.
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of audio signals, human auditory system, and audio processing techniques including sampling, quantization, and pulse code modulation. It also touches on the history of sound recording and reproduction.
