Sound synthesis and composition with compression-controlled feedback

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2011-08

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International Computer Music Association

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Abstract

This paper introduces a method of sound synthesis that is based on the use of automatic gain control (AGC) in a time-delayed feedback loop. The approach, which the author calls "Compressed Feedback Synthesis" (CFS), can be conceptualized as a special expansion of a generalized comb filter, where feedback gain can be unity or greater. The system can be expanded with additional processing in the feedback loop to create a highly flexible and sensually engaging sound materials. The use of CFS in the author's audiovisual composition Sinus Aestum is discussed, including specific solutions to the challenging of controlling such a system compositionally.

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sound synthesis, feedback, comb filter, automatic gain control, amplitude compression, algorithmic composition, audiovisual

Citation

Battey, B. (2011) Sound Synthesis and Composition with Compression-Controlled Feedback". In the Proceedings of the International Computer Music Conference, 2011, Huddersfield University, UK.

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Research Institute