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tremolo definition

tremo·lo (trem′ə lō′)

noun pl. tremolos -·los′

  1. a tremulous effect produced by the rapid reiteration of the same tone, as by the rapid up-and-down movement of the bow or plectrum: in singing, sometimes, vibrato
  2. a device, as in an organ, for producing such a tone

Etymology: It < L tremulus: see tremulous

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tremolo Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • add: The pre-filter lets you add a tremolo, wah, or any number of more exotic effects to your sound.

Modifies a noun

  • arm: The guitar also has a very sensitive tremolo arm, the use of which is a fully integral part of his playing style.
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