Characteristics of Sound Waves

Question 1

What are harmonics?

Answer 1

Each harmonic is a pure tone; every note is comprised of a series of overtones or harmonics

Question 2

Name 5 aspects of harmonics that determine the Timbre of a sound

Answer 2

5 Aspects of The Harmonic Structure of Sound
a) Which harmonics – Odd or Even
b) How many harmonics – Pure or Rich (Complex)
c) Attack
d. Volume of the harmonics – Equalization (EQ) is just turning up or down the
harmonics
e) Phase of the harmonics - Time delay of the harmonics relative to each other. (front of piano hits sooner than back of piano) - distance related