Glossary
envelope
In reference to audio (e.g. as programmable on synthesizers), a description of the timings and level changes of a sound event, from beginning to end. (See also ADSR).


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In reference to audio (e.g. as programmable on synthesizers), a description of the timings and level changes of a sound event, from beginning to end. (See also ADSR).