As the name suggests, a linear phase implies that the phase response is linear. This means there’s a consistent time delay applied to all frequency components. When processing related to frequency, not all frequencies receive the same time delay, leading to phase distortion. This is typically referred to as the “Natural Phase.” However, if we apply the same delay based on the longest delay time across all frequencies, every frequency is processed uniformly without any phase distortion. This approach is called the “Linear Phase.”

Ever manipulated an EQ, applied a high-pass filter, and noticed you can still discern the pitch even when the fundamental frequency is cut off? This is the “missing fundamental effect.” It’s a phenomenon where, even when a specific sound’s fundamental frequency is absent, our brain perceives it as if it’s genuinely present. This occurrence showcases our brain’s ability to compare past experiences with the current situation, inferring missing information, and converting it into a complete picture.

What is Timbre? Music isn’t merely a composition of pitches and volumes. The depth and richness of music stem from various underlying musical elements hidden beneath. Among them, ‘timbre’ plays a pivotal role. Timbre is the sonic quality that allows us to distinguish between different instruments or voices even when they produce the same pitch … Read more