Example: The dynamic range of the recording captures every subtle nuance perfectly.
Definition
"The dynamic range" in music refers to the difference between the quietest and loudest sounds that a recording or performance can capture or reproduce, allowing for the expression of subtle nuances and contrasts in volume within a piece.
Translations
el rango dinámico
het dynamisch bereik
el rang dinàmic
la plage dynamique
der Dynamikumfang
Etymology
The term "the dynamic range" combines 'dynamic,' from the Greek 'dynamikos' meaning powerful or forceful, and 'range,' from Old French 'range' meaning a row or series. In music, it evolved to describe the spectrum of sound intensities, highlighting how varied volume levels contribute to expressive performance.
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"The dynamic range" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (C2) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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