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Modulation Synthesis

Modulation synthesis is a form of [sound synthesis] where the output of some [oscillator] is used to control (or modulate) input parameters for another [oscillator].

• in examples, [sine waves] often control these parameters
• in practice, any waves can be used

Types of modulation synthesis:

• [amplitude modulation]
• [frequency modulation]
• [ring modulation]

Modular synthesizers (both [analog] and [digital]) paved the way for modulation synthesis.

• modular design allowed connection of different modules
• some use in [granular synthesis] as well

Sources

• MUS 407 The Studio Age: Musique Concrète