What Sound Actually Is: The Science Every Musician Should Understand

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The podcast “What Sound Actually Is” discusses the fundamental concepts of sound that musicians need to understand. It explains the science behind sound production, including vibrations, frequencies, amplitudes, and harmonics. Emphasizing that sound recording is a craft involving careful listening, microphone placement, and room acoustics, it highlights the importance of knowledge over expensive equipment in effective music production.

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