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MIDI
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1. Voltage Controlled Filter; Voltage amount changes harmonic content
VCF
MIDI Module
Click Track
Velocity Mapping
2. Communications language based on the Master Device/Slave Device protocol used in synchronization systems; MIDI is NOT audio...it is performance data only
Channel Voice Message
Destructive Quantize
MIDI
Split
3. Actual audio files (.WAV - .AIFF - etc.) that we hear when playing a sampled instrument
Audio Samples
Granular Synthesis
Resynthesis
Linn LM-1
4. Music production software that offers a great array of tools for mashup production - including tempo beatmapping and real time manipulation
Beats
Ableton Live
3 Main MIDI Circuits
Split
5. Both the IN Port and OUT Port of two devices are connected together; Allows total communication between devices (BIDIRECTIONAL); Smartest MIDI wiring procedure
Graintable Synthesis
Handshake Wiring
Filter Slopes
Daisy Chaining
6. Defines the instrument's response to voice messages
Tuning
Note Mode
Channel Mode Message
Local OFF
7. Level at which sound remains until key is released
Tx (Abbv.)
Zones
Sustain Level
Tuning
8. Determines dynamic range and signal- to- noise ratio
Replace - Overwrite - or Destructive Record Mode
Bit Depth
E- mu Proteus 2000
Ensoniq Mirage
9. Maximum of 3 MIDI Slave Devices can be wired past the Master Device according to the MMA; All MIDI IN Ports are optically isolated to prevent hum - buzz - ground looping - and RF interference.
System Messages
Daisy Chain Limitations
Channel Messages
Playback Quantizing
10. Digital Signal Processing; Provides for the ability to adjust levels - do equalization - dynamic processing - create special effects - and mix digital audio data
Noise
Mix - Merge - or Overdub Mode
MIDI Octaves
DSP
11. MIDI Manufacturers Association; Defines MIDI specifications & coordinates with manufacturers and users in Americas & Europe
A/D Converter
MMA
Bob Moog
Output Assignment
12. Only error corrected on playback; Data remains the same as one records it
Playback Quantizing
E- Mu Emulator II
MIDI Clock
Local ON
13. Smallest increments between beats; Coincide with the resolution in PPQN; MIDI data locks to these for start
Dual Serial Connection
Score Editor
S/PDif...
Ticks
14. The first sequencer developed for custom- built electronic instruments; Developed by Raymond Scott in 1950's
Amplitude
Synclavier
Portamento...
Circle Machine
15. MIDI Message sent when key is released
Synclavier
VCF
Power Conditioner
Notes OFF MIDI
16. Very popular and affordable 8- bit sampler
Pan
Data Byte
Ensoniq Mirage
Daisy Chain Limitations
17. Boosts frequencies at and around the cutoff frequency; Emphasizes effect of filter
Fairlight CMI
Resonance
Daisy Chain Limitations
Pitch Bend Data Train
18. 'Father of the Synthesizer'; Created a voltage controlled music synthesizer (Moog Modular Synth); Used by Stevie Wonder in 70's
Bob Moog
Note ON MIDI
Controller Editor
Trill
19. The extent to which schemas and concepts are at the forefront of people's minds and are therefore likely to be used
Accessibility
Controller Editor
Ground Loop
C4
20. Alters the phase angle of a waveform 'bending' the shape to create a unique character or tone
Phase Distortion Synthesis
List Editor
Aftertouch
Software Sampler
21. .PST & .EXS
Key Tracking
Filter
Ultrabeat Import File Types
Slew Rate
22. 31.25 Kilobaud (31 -250 baud)
Channel Mode Message
MIDI Data Transmission Rate
Tremolo
Pitch
23. Serial
S/PDif...
MIDI Protocol Type
Baud
KORG Triton Rack
24. Advantages: Higher memory (RAM) & samples are saved and recalled with the session; Disadvantage: Lower stability
Ensoniq Mirage
MIDI Connection Ports
Software Sampler
5-Pin DIN Protocol
25. Determines which note on the MIDI keyboard will play the sample at its original pitch and speed; Almost always set to Middle C
Wah Wah
Key Note
Tremolo
LFO Parameters
26. Channel messages are common messages controlling note - timbre - & expressive data; System messages control inter- machine parameters
PCM
Channel Messages
Coarse Tuning
Fairlight CMI
27. Metronome; Prerecorded track of electronic metronomic clicks used to ensure proper timing of music to be recorded; Essential in music scoring sessions; Sets composition tempo
Click Track
8-Bit Breakdown of MIDI Code
Notes OFF MIDI
Sample Rate
28. 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
KORG Triton Rack
Velocity Switching
Sample Looping
Analog Modeling Synthesis...
29. Rise and fall of amplitude generated by LFO being routed to amplifier
Pitch Bend
Note Mode
Tremolo
Note ON MIDI
30. +5 Bias Voltage; Provides +5V to 1's in binary code data
Phase Distortion Synthesis
DIN Pin 4
VCO
Mellotron
31. CMD+S
Bob Moog
Save
Quantization
Piano Roll
32. Record with highest input level possible - without clipping; Record more than you need; Adjust sample start and end times; Truncate unwanted material
Bars
Key Tracking
Recording Samples (Guidelines)
Master Tracks Pro
33. Combination of layers and splits (Ex. => Assigning a piano sound across the entire length of the keyboard - but adding a string part only on upper octaves)
Dedicated Sequencer
Zones
S/PDif...
Samples
34. L ->R === msb (1) - MIDI Message (3) - MIDI Channel (4)
Channel Messages
Handshake Wiring
8-Bit Breakdown of MIDI Code
Note Mode
35. MIDI Out (Master) --> MIDI In (MIDI Interface) --> Travels via Dual Serial (USB) both to and from interface --> MIDI Out (MIDI Interface) --> MIDI In (Slave) --> Audio Out (Slave) --> Audio In (Mixer or Audio Interface) --> Audio Out (Speakers)
Basic Sequencer Signal Flow
Slew Rate
Mellotron
Sequencer
36. Debuted in 1980; First sampling based instrument by Small Australian company
8-Bit Breakdown of MIDI Code
Fairlight CMI
Volume
Max MIDI Cable Length
37. Software; Computer- based MIDI recorders that can be used for other functions (word processing - web browsing - etc.); Offers high resolution (480+ PPQN) and expanded editing facilities - but have lower stability and lack portability
Midi Thru Box
Volume
Non - Dedicated Sequencer
'Note On' Data Train
38. 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)
Aftertouch
Recording Samples (Guidelines)
Subtractive Synthesis...
DSP
39. Pitch bend parameter that sets the range in semitones
Polyphonic
Velocity Switching
Coarse Tuning
Handshake Wiring
40. Japanese MIDI Standards Committee; Defines MIDI specifications & coordinates with manufacturers and users in the Asian and Pacific Rim regions
Playback Quantizing
Resonance
Resolution
JMSC
41. 16 Independent Channel; Serial Transmission Protocol; One- Directional
Envelope Generator
Replace - Overwrite - or Destructive Record Mode
MIDI Cable Specs
Quantization
42. Positional numbering system represents numerical values using only two symbols - 0 and 1
Pitch Bend Data Train
Binary
FM Synthesis
Modulates Pitch
43. Filter Type & Slope; Cutoff Frequency; Resonance (Emphasis); Key Tracking
Filter Parameters
Patch Mapping
Roland Fantom X6
JMSC
44. Ability to play MORE than one note at a time; Often used for drums; sections
Polyphonic
Synthesizer Audio Flow
Fairlight CMI
Preset/Patch/Instrument/Bank
45. Most commonly used MIDI receive mode; Device receives only on an assigned selectable data; Ability to play MORE than one note at a time
Handshake Wiring
Receive Switch
OMNI (Off) POLY
Step Record
46. Determines the layout of MIDI channels for each of the multitimbral parts
Channel Assignment
Wah Wah
Zero Crossing Point
Status Byte
47. Visual editor for MIDI notes with a piano keyboard running low to high on the left; Also called a Key Editor
MIDI Interface Setup
Preset/Patch/Instrument/Bank
Piano Roll
Trill
48. 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
FM Synthesis
MIDI Octaves
MIDI Module
Cakewalk Sonar
49. Voltage Controlled Oscillator; Controls pitch
Power Conditioner
VCO
8-Bit Breakdown of MIDI Code
Recording Samples (Guidelines)
50. Two or more sounds play simultaneously on the same channel
Modulation
Layer
Byte
MONO Pressure Data Train