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    How to Make a Noise: Frequency Modulation Synthesis
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    How to Make a Noise: Frequency Modulation Synthesis

    By Simon Cann

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    Frequency modulation synthesis is capable of creating a broad, detailed, highly nuanced range of tones which can be controlled with a fine level of detail. The technique starts with a simple wave—usually a sine wave—which is then modulated by another wave. The interaction between the two (or more) waves creates and shapes the sound over time. FM synthesis offers an infinite range of possibilities and permutations: it is this range of choices which gives the broad array of tonal nuances that are available with FM. How to Make a Noise: Frequency Modulation Synthesis shows you how to create a broad, detailed, highly nuanced range of controllable tones. These principles can then be applied to any synthesizer with frequency modulation capabilities.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBookBaby
    Release dateNov 1, 2011
    ISBN9780955495557
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    How to Make a Noise: Frequency Modulation Synthesis
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    Simon Cann

    Simon Cann is the author of the Boniface, Montbretia Armstrong, and Leathan Wilkey books. In addition to his fiction, Simon has written a range of music-related and business-related books, including the How to Make a Noise series, the most widely ready series about synthesizer sound programming, and Made it in China, about entrepreneurs building businesses in China. He has also worked as a ghostwriter on a number of books. Before turning full-time to writing, Simon worked as a management consultant, where his clients included aeronautical, pharmaceutical, defense, financial services, chemical, entertainment, and broadcasting companies. He lives in London.

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