ABSTRACT

The audio recording process has given creative artists the tools to very finely shape perceived sound (the perceived parameters of sound) through a direct control of the physical dimensions of sound. This control of sound is well beyond that which was available to composers and performers before recording technology. It has brought new artistic elements to music, which has led to new characteristics of sound and to a redefinition of the musician. While our discussion is focused on musical applications, it should be remembered that all aspects of these artistic elements of music also function as artistic elements in other areas of audio (such as broadcast media, film, multimedia, theater, etc.).