Music Glossary: control

Low-frequency absorber (porous, panel, or resonant) targeting modal peaks/nulls. more

Keep expressive breaths, but fade or remove noisy or mistimed ones. Maintain phrasing realism. more

Level stage at clip level before compression; leave faders for balance/automation. more

Control groups to adjust multiple channels' levels together without altering individual faders. more

Target sibilant bands (5–10 kHz); split-band preferred for minimal lisping. more

Use mic patterns, stage positioning, HPFs, and narrow EQ notches. Address gain-before-feedback holistically, not just with EQ. more

Graphic: fixed bands for quick cuts; Parametric: variable freq/Q/gain for precise control. more

Protocol to trigger cues in lighting, video, and effects from the music rig. Often paired with Program/Control Changes for instrument patches. more

Left/right-hand muting, foam mutes, and palm muting for tight tone. more

Control signal from one track affecting a processor on another (e.g., kick ducks bass). more