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MIDI
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1. Transmit
Tx (Abbv.)
MIDI Connection Ports
Volume
E- Mu Emulator
2. A curve or surface
Akai MPC 60
Oscillator
Envelope
Filter Parameters
3. CMD+S
Save
Resolution
C4
Key Range
4. Software ran on Atari; One of the first software based MIDI synthesizers
Power Conditioner
Audio Samples
DIN Pin 4
Master Tracks Pro
5. Pitch Bend + Channel (S) => Coarse Tune (D1) => Fine Tune (D2)
Note Ranges
Replace - Overwrite - or Destructive Record Mode
Pitch Bend Data Train
IN Port
6. Self contained computerized synthesizer developed in 1975; Playback system records patterns that you play on keyboard
Tremolo
Pan
Synclavier
Streaming
7. Determines the point at which a filter begins altering harmonics or frequencies
Multitimbral Module
C4
Cutoff Frequency
Ground Loop
8. Alters the phase angle of a waveform 'bending' the shape to create a unique character or tone
Polyphonic
Phase Distortion Synthesis
E- Mu Emulator
Max MIDI Cable Length
9. High Resolution; 14- bit parameter; (Coarse Tune X Fine Tune = 16 -384 Steps of resolution
Save
Envelope
Handshake Wiring
Pitch Bend
10. Debuted in 1980; First sampling based instrument by Small Australian company
Sustain Level
'Note Off' Data Train
Fairlight CMI
Static
11. Device allowing for the capture of sound and allowing it to be played back using MIDI messages; Hardware and software modules available
VCA
Sampler
msb
Preset/Patch/Instrument/Bank
12. Digital Signal Processing; Provides for the ability to adjust levels - do equalization - dynamic processing - create special effects - and mix digital audio data
Audio Samples
DSP
Analog Modeling Synthesis...
3 Main MIDI Circuits
13. Boosts frequencies at and around the cutoff frequency; Emphasizes effect of filter
Resonance
EMagic AMT-8 MIDI Interface
8-Bit Breakdown of MIDI Code
OMNI (On) POLY
14. Poly Mode; Patch or Program (Prog) Mode
Manufacturer Terms for Mode 3
E- Mu Emulator II
Audio Samples
Handshake Wiring
15. Music production software that offers a great array of tools for mashup production - including tempo beatmapping and real time manipulation
Depth/Amount Parameter
Modulates Cutoff Frequency
MIDI Clock
Ableton Live
16. Communications language based on the Master Device/Slave Device protocol used in synchronization systems; MIDI is NOT audio...it is performance data only
Pulse Wave
Wavetable Synthesis
MIDI
Sustain Level
17. Allows for the routing of output from individual parts to secondary (auxiliary) audio outputs rather than the main stereo outputs; EQ effects can be changed from those on main stereo outputs
PCM
msb
Output Assignment
Accessibility
18. Each pass will combine new MIDI data with old MIDI data already recorded onto track; Most commonly used; Allows looping and the ability to work at desired pace
Mix - Merge - or Overdub Mode
SCSI
DIN Pin 5
Step Record
19. Very popular and affordable 8- bit sampler
Rx (Abbv.)
Linn LM-1
Monophonic
Ensoniq Mirage
20. Rackmount version of the Triton used as a sound module rather than a complete workstation; Able to store up to eight EXB boards containing additional sounds; Features a built- in S/PDIF digital output
Coarse Tuning
KORG Triton Rack
DSP
A/D Converter
21. Note ON; Note OFF; Program Change; MONO Pressure; POLY Pressure; Pitch Bend; Control Change
Sample Rate
Types of Channel Voice Messages
SCSI
msb
22. Multitimbral device that automatically assigns notes of polyphony to individual parts as they are required in real time; Helps to eliminate lost notes or 'note stealing' during playback
Zone/Key Group/Multi-Sample
Dynamic Allocation
8-Bit Breakdown of MIDI Code
Channel Voice Message
23. Contains harmoics and all odd and even harmonics; 6dB roll off between octaves; Same starting phases
Sawtooth Wave
Physical Modeling Synthesis
Recording with MIDI Sequencer
POLY Pressure Data Train
24. Device which splits the MIDI Out signal of a master instrument or sequencer to avoid daisy chaining; Has special powered circuitry that routes MIDI data arriving at its IN Ports to ALL of the OUT (THRU) Ports simultaneously; Often seen as a 'mode' an
Midi Thru Box
Grid Editor
Non - Dedicated Sequencer
DIN Pin 2
25. Digital recordings triggered by MIDI
Aftertouch
Handshake Wiring
Pulse Wave
Samples
26. Channel messages are common messages controlling note - timbre - & expressive data; System messages control inter- machine parameters
System Messages
Master Devices
Wah Wah
Channel Messages
27. Rise and fall of pitch created when LFO is routed to the oscillator
Vibrato...
Portamento...
Types of Channel Voice Messages
MIDI Clock
28. Note events edited on a staff - similar to composing music on sheets.
Envelope Generator
Manufacturer Terms for Multitimbral Mode
Filter
Score Editor
29. Visual editor for MIDI notes with a piano keyboard running low to high on the left; Also called a Key Editor
Accessibility
Piano Roll
Program Change Data Train
Envelope Generator Parameters
30. Pre- mixes sound levels within the device
Volume
M-Audio ProFire 2626 Audio Interface
5-Pin DIN Protocol
DIN Pin 2
31. Drum machine that generates its sounds using six powerful analog synthesis voices; Runs an innovative - performance- oriented operating system that manipulates beats and sounds in real time without ever stopping play
VCA
Sustain Level
Non - Dedicated Sequencer
Tempest
32. 12 notes; Change between B & C
Akai S900
VCO
Oscillator
MIDI Octaves
33. Ability of a musical instrument to play more than one note at a time
Polyphonic
DIN Pin 2
MIDI Data Transmission Rate
MMA
34. Japanese MIDI Standards Committee; Defines MIDI specifications & coordinates with manufacturers and users in the Asian and Pacific Rim regions
Additive Synthesis
Akai MPC2500
OMNI (Off) MONO
JMSC
35. Ground
DIN Pin 2
PCM
Bars
Note Mode
36. Define the attenuation of high pass and low pass filters; Sound will slowly dissipate in a filter at a predetermined interval (usually 12 or 24dB)
5-Pin DIN Protocol
Key Tracking
Filter Slopes
Rx (Abbv.)
37. Message sent when note is played (key pressed)
Note Mode
Max MIDI Cable Length
Note ON MIDI
Channel Enable/Disable
38. How long it takes for sound to fade to silence
Channel Assignment
Release Time
Multitimbral Mode
Tremolo
39. One of the first affordable samplers; Contained only 2 samples; Very limited functionality
Tremolo
E- Mu Emulator
MIDI Cable Specs
Subtractive Synthesis...
40. Most common type; Oscillators generate all of harmonic content and filters are used to subtract overtones from the sound; Think sculpture reference (from block to statue)
SMDI
Subtractive Synthesis...
Quantization Values
Replace - Overwrite - or Destructive Record Mode
41. Audio MIDI Setup; Utility designed to tell the computer what MIDI Interface and hardware is being used - as well as audio connections; Built into System Software of Mac OS 10.1 and up; Sequencers communicate with AMS for audio and MIDI routing and se
Velocity Mapping
OMNI (Off) MONO
AMS
Slave Devices
42. CRedited with being the first to create and transmit music electronically; 'Singing Telegraph' (1867)
Velocity Switching
Tremolo
Elisha Gray
Manufacturer Terms for Mode 3
43. Inputs 2 frequencies; Outputs only the sum of and difference of the frequencies; Usually used with one simple - fixed oscillator tone - and a more complex sound like speech or singing to create 'talk box' effect
Ring Modulation
Circle Machine
Types of Channel Voice Messages
Note Mode
44. Voltage Controlled Oscillator; Controls pitch
VCO
DIN Pin 4
Note ON MIDI
M-Audio ProFire 2626 Audio Interface
45. Simple waveform is changed by modulating it with another waveform creating a new - more complex waveform with a different tone and character; Used in Yamaha DX & TX series in 1980's
Generator
Triangle Wave
Channel Mode Message
FM Synthesis
46. Hardware; Stand alone hardware MIDI sequencers designed to record - edit - and playback MIDI data only; Offer high stability and portability - but have low resolution (24-96 PPQN) and a lack of editing facilities
Synthesizer Audio Flow
Dedicated Sequencer
MIDI Module
MIDI Program Change
47. Where a master device transmits (or sends) MIDI data; Only the master is plugged into this port
Note ON MIDI
Bit Depth
OUT Port
Ultrabeat
48. In; Out; Thru
List Editor
Data Byte
MIDI Connection Ports
Polyphonic
49. The first sequencer developed for custom- built electronic instruments; Developed by Raymond Scott in 1950's
Circle Machine
msb
Zones
Akai MPC 60
50. MIDI message used to change sound patches on a remote module or the effects patch on a MIDI effects unit
Manufacturer Terms for Multitimbral Mode
MIDI Program Change
Timbre
Note ON MIDI