Sampling in Audio Production

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How is sampling used in auido production?

Previously recorded material is used to expression.something new. (correct)

What is the purpose of pitch shifting in sample manipulation?

Transform a sound into a different instrument

Change the pitch of a sound (correct)

Control the duration of a sound

Adjust the volume of a sound

How does tempo adjustment impact samples?

Changes the tempo without affecting pitch (correct)

Alters the pitch without changing tempo

Shortens the duration of the sample

Increases the volume of the sample

What is the purpose of gating in sample editing?

Add, remove, or control silence in a sound Signup and view all the answers

How does slicing contribute to sample manipulation?

Divides a longer sample into smaller pieces Signup and view all the answers

Why have sampled instruments gained popularity in music production?

They replicate real acoustic instrument sounds Signup and view all the answers

What makes sampling an essential aspect of contemporary audio production?

It offers limitless creative possibilities Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sample rate' refer to in audio production?

The frequency of samples taken per second Signup and view all the answers

Which composer is credited with experimenting with spliced tape loops on analog synthesizers, contributing to the concept of sampling?

Wendy Carlos Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between time-based and non-loopable samples in audio production?

Time-based samples repeat continuously, while non-loopable samples are standalone elements Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'waveform' in the context of digital audio files?

The backbone of any digital audio file Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the amount of data stored in each sample extracted from a pre-existing recording?

Sample size Signup and view all the answers

When did the concept of sampling originate in music production?

Late '70s Signup and view all the answers

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