The limiter
Example: The limiter prevented the audio from distorting during the concert.
Definition
"The limiter" in music is a device or software that restricts the maximum level of an audio signal to prevent distortion or clipping, ensuring the sound remains clear and within a specified dynamic range during recording or playback.
Etymology
The term "the limiter" originates from the function it performs—to limit or restrict. Derived from the verb 'limit,' which comes from the Latin 'līmitāre,' meaning to enclose or bound, the phrase captures the idea of controlling audio levels to prevent exceeding certain thresholds.
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"The limiter" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (B2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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