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polyphony Definition

po·lypho·ny (pə lif′ə nē)

noun

  1. multiplicity of sounds, as in an echo
  2. Music a combining of a number of independent but harmonizing melodies, as in a fugue or canon; counterpoint
  3. Phonet. the representation of two or more sounds by the same letter, symbol, or group of symbols, as the group th as in then and in thin

Etymology: Gr polyphōnia: see poly- & -phony

polyphony Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • offer: Sequencing with GigaStudio GigaStudio 3.0 comes in three sizes, the Orchestra version offering unlimited polyphony for full arrangements.
  • get: What if I want to get crazy polyphony and multiple GigaPulse instances?
  • have: Any synthesizer has a maximum polyphony which cannot be exceeded.
  • include: Enhancements include polyphony, programmability, morphing, additional LFO and ADSR, and delay.
  • see: You'll see higher polyphony counts when you use 16-bit samples than with 24-bit samples.
  • provide: Notes for the musician The OPL2 synth chip can provide either nine voice polyphony or six voices plus five drum channels.

Adjective modifier

  • 64-note: They provide 64-note polyphony, an arpeggiator and RPPR: Real Time Play & Record.
  • 128-voice: With its lightening-fast processor, 128-voice polyphony and 6 realtime performance parts, the G-70 will satisfy even the most demanding player.
  • 16th: The register is a little wider than 16th century polyphony.
  • unlimited: Sequencing with GigaStudio GigaStudio 3.0 comes in three sizes, the Orchestra version offering unlimited polyphony for full arrangements.
  • vocal: His vocal polyphony earned him respect and for awhile he was quite well off.
  • early: The group's repertoire is extensive, ranging from early 13th century polyphony through to 20th century pop songs.

Modifies a noun

  • performance: It will open, but you probably won't be able to run GigaPulse and polyphony performance will be limited.

Noun used with modifier

  • voice: Notes for the musician The OPL2 synth chip can provide either nine voice polyphony or six voices plus five drum channels.
  • century: The register is a little wider than 16th century polyphony.
  • note: The 03R/W has 32 note polyphony, 128 ROM and 100 RAM programs and 100 combinations.
  • renaissance: We cover a wide range of musical styles, from Gregorian chant and renaissance polyphony to contemporary music in more popular vein.

Preposition: for

  • arrangement: Sequencing with GigaStudio GigaStudio 3.0 comes in three sizes, the Orchestra version offering unlimited polyphony for full arrangements.

Preposition: than

  • sampler: And the efficient kernel-level processing and RAM usage in GigaStudio results in more polyphony than any other software sampler.