Nota: A tradução desta entrada está atualmente em revisão de qualidade, portanto parte do conteúdo é exibida temporariamente apenas em inglês.
Este verbete ainda não foi traduzido para o seu idioma, portanto o original é exibido abaixo.
monophonic
This term describes a specific sonic architecture where a single stream of sound exists without layering or spatial separation. In musicology, it refers to a stark, linear purity where the melody stands alone, devoid of harmony or counterpoint, creating a sense of focused, singular intent.
In the realm of audio engineering, the word carries a technical connotation of limitation compared to stereophonic or surround sound. It implies a centered, non-directional audio source where all signals are combined into one channel, often evoking a nostalgic or vintage quality associated with early broadcasting and recording technology.
Meanings
Examples
Gregorian chant is a classic example of monophonic music.
This old radio only supports monophonic reception.
The synthesizer is monophonic so it can only play one note at a time.
Why does this recording sound so flat? Oh it is monophonic.
The composer wrote a simple monophonic melody for the solo flute.
He wondered if the audio track was intentionally monophonic or just a bad rip.
The early telephone systems relied on monophonic transmission.
The early telephone systems relied on monophonic transmission.