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Open voicings created by dropping 2nd/3rd highest chord tone by an octave. more

Four-note chord with the 3rd voice from the top dropped; useful for bass-friendly spreads. more

Replacing a section by dropping into record over an existing take, then punching out to preserve the rest. more

Fast breakbeats (160–180 BPM) with heavy basslines and intricate programming. more

Blend crushed parallel bus for weight while preserving transient clarity on the dry path. more

Applying human feel from a reference performance; quantize selectively to keep pocket. more

Standard kit mapping (x-heads for cymbals); stems/voices for limbs. more

Kick and bass coordinate accents, length, and rests to define the groove foundation. more

Data/audio delivery pipelines from labels/distributors to streaming platforms that populate catalogs and credits. more

Consistent fields: artist, contributors, writers, splits, producers, explicit flag, genre, mood, artwork specs. more

Audio, art, credits, lyrics, ISRC/UPC, territories, pricing, preview start. more

Reggae-derived studio form using mixing-board effects, dropouts, and heavy bass. more

Term varies by jurisdiction; often life of author + 70 years (compositions). more

Frequency-dependent compression that tames harshness or sibilance only when triggered. more

High-level control of level, filter, and density across sections to shape the emotional arc. more

Balance tutti chords from bottom up; stronger lows, tapered highs. more

Difference between the noise floor and maximum level (noise-limited or headroom-limited). more

Verse down, chorus up; use sticks/brushes, playing surfaces, and register to craft arc. more

Volume indications from ppp to fff and hairpins; relative in context and room. more

Place dynamics under the staff (vocal above lyrics), align hairpins with events, and avoid collisions. more

Contour across sections via touch, muting, and density; crescendos by addition, not just volume. more

Respond to hand signals and talkback quickly; memorize dynamic map. more

Apps and web tools that drill intervals, chords, progressions, and rhythm with spaced repetition and analytics. more

First discrete bounces arriving after the direct sound; dominate apparent source width and clarity. more

Short, concrete words and images; avoid filler; show, don’t tell. more

Play fewer, better notes; leave space for vocal and hooks. more

Broad umbrella for club-oriented electronic genres focused on rhythm and drops. more