Variations
Variations Type: noun Pronunciation: /vair-ee-ay-shunz/ Also spelled or known as: Alternate Versions Singular: Variation Related: Derivative Work What does Variations mean? Different versions or adaptations of an existing work. Variations are modified forms of a creative work that differ in arrangement, style, structure, language, or presentation. In music, variations may include alternate mixes, remixes, acoustic […]
VBR
VBR Type: noun, acronym Pronunciation: /V-B-R/ Also spelled or known as: V-B-R, V.B.R., V B R What does VBR mean? Variable Bit Rate. VBR stands for Variable Bit Rate. Opposite of CBR (Constant Bit Rate), VBR (Variable Bit Rate) refers to the encoding of an MP3 or lossy audio file bit rate changing with the […]
VCA
VCA Type: noun, acronym, device, equipment Pronunciation: /v-c-a/ Also spelled or known as: V-C-A What does VCA mean? Voltage Controlled Amplifier. VCA stands for Voltage Controlled Amplifier. The section on an analogue synth that controls the ADSR envelope and the volume, the gain is affected by an external voltage fed to it.
VCA Compressor
VCA Compressor Type: noun Pronunciation: /v-c-a-kom-press-or/ Also spelled or known as: VCA-Compressor Related: VCA What does VCA Compressor mean? An analog compressor that uses a VCA control to apply compression. VCA compressors are usually fast-acting (at least in comparison to opto-compressors), a wide dynamic range, and low distortion. Example sentence: “This VCA compressor is nice.”
VCF
VCF Type: noun, acronym Pronunciation: /V-C-F/ Also spelled or known as: V-C-F What does VCF mean? Voltage Controller Filter. VCF stands for Voltage Controller Filter. VCF is the section on an analogue synth that controls the filter and the filter ADSR.
VCO
VCO Type: noun, acronym, device Pronunciation: /v-c-o/ Also spelled or known as: V-C-O What does VCO mean? Voltage Controlled Oscillator. VCO stands for Voltage Controlled Oscillator. An oscillator on an analogue synth.
Velocity
Velocity Type: noun Pronunciation: /veh-law-sit-e/ What does Velocity mean? A MIDI parameter for each note that is played. Velocity is the force at which a note is performed and recorded. Velocity usually determines the loudness of the notes. It can also be used to modify other parameters on synthesizers. Example sentence: “Bring the velocity down […]
Verse
Verse Type: noun Pronunciation: /vers/ Plural: Verses What does Verse mean? A section of lines or bars on a rap song. Verse synonyms: 16, 16 bars Example sentence: “I love the verse you just recorded.”
Vibrato
Vibrato Type: noun, effect Pronunciation: /vi-bra-toe/ What does Vibrato mean? An effect created by modulating the pitch of a sound with an LFO at a small amplitude. Vibrato is an effect created by modulating the pitch of a sound with an LFO at a small amplitude. This creates a wavy sound. Example sentence: “Put the […]
Video Performance Limited
Video Performance Limited Type: noun, organization Pronunciation: /vee-dee-oh-per-form-ans-lim-e-ted/ Also spelled or known as: VPL Related: PPL What does Video Performance Limited mean? A UK organization connected to music video licensing and royalties. Video Performance Limited aka VPL is associated with licensing and royalty administration for music videos and audiovisual performances. Video Performance Limited synonyms: VPL, […]
Vihuel
Vihuel Type: noun, instrument, equipment Pronunciation: /veh-way-lah/ What does Vihuela mean? An obsolete 15th-century fretted plucked Spanish stringed instrument. A Vihuela (also known as “vihuela de mano”) is an obsolete 15th-century fretted plucked Spanish stringed instrument, that is shaped like a guitar but tuned like a lute. Example sentence: “The museum is trying to get a […]
Vihuela
Vihuela Type: noun Pronunciation: /vee-way-lah/ Also spelled or known as: Mexican Vihuela Plural: Vihuelas Related: String Instrument What does Vihuela mean? An obsolete 15th century small guitar-like string instrument used in traditional music. In music, the Vihuela is commonly associated with mariachi and regional Mexican styles, where it provides rhythmic harmony. Vihuela synonyms: Mexican Vihuela, […]
Vina
Vina Type: noun, instrument, equipment Pronunciation: /ve-na/ What does Vina mean? An Indian stringed musical instrument. A vina is an Indian stringed musical instrument. Example sentence: “The vina is an instrument from India.”
Viola
Viola Type: noun, instrument, equipment Pronunciation: /ve-oh-lah/ What does Viola mean? The tenor instrument of the violin family. A viola has four strings. A viola is the tenor instrument of the violin family. A viola has four strings. Violin family: Violin, Viola, Cello Example sentence: “He was a talented viola player.”
Violin
Violin Type: noun, instrument, equipment Pronunciation: /vy-oh-lin/ Related: Violinist, Fiddle What does Violin mean? A four-stringed instrument played with a bow. A violin is a four-stringed instrument played with a bow. A violin has a shallow body and is played with a bow by holding it under the chin and moving the bow over the […]
Violinist
Violinist Type: noun Pronunciation: /vio-lin-tist/ Related: Violin What does Violinist mean? Someone who plays the violin; a violin player. A violinist is someone who plays the violin. A violin player is known as a violinist. Example sentence: “Sarah is a really good violinist.”
Virtuoso
Virtuoso Type: noun Pronunciation: /vir-too-o-so/ What does Virtuoso mean? A really good or skilled musician. A virtuoso is a really good or skilled musician. An example would be a piano virtuoso; a pianist. Example sentence: “He is a virtuoso violinist.”
Vocal
Vocal Type: noun Pronunciation: /vo-kull/ Plural: Vocals Related: Vox What does Vocal mean? 1. Relating to human voice. 2. A recorded audio by someone. 3. A part of audio that is sung. Example sentence: “I have a vocal recording of it.”
Vocal Booth
Vocal Booth Type: noun Pronunciation: /vok-ull-booth/ Also spelled or known as: Booth Related: Vox, Vocals, Booth Plural: Vocal Booths What does Vocal booth mean? An enclosed space with soundproofing and isolation designed to record vocals in. Vocal booths (also known as “the booth”) are usually acoustically treated and inside of a recording studio room. Vocal […]
Vocalist
Vocalist Type: noun Pronunciation: /voh-kuh-list/ Also spelled or known as: Singer, Vocal Performer Plural: Vocalists Related: Vocals, Performer What does Vocalist mean? A person who performs vocal parts in music. A Vocalist is a performer who sings melodies, harmonies, spoken word passages, or other vocal elements in a recording or live performance. Vocalists may perform […]
Volume
Volume Type: noun Pronunciation: /vol-uum/ Related: Input Gain What does Volume mean? The amplitude of a sound or the sound pressure level (loudness). Volume is the amplitude of a sound or the sound pressure level (loudness). The volume is a parameter that can be adjusted on a device. Volume synonyms: Input Gain, Amplitude Example sentence: […]
Voluntary Agreement
Voluntary Agreement Type: noun Pronunciation: /vol-uhn-ter-ee uh-gree-ment/ Also spelled or known as: Mutual Agreement Plural: Voluntary Agreements Related: Contract What does Voluntary Agreement mean? An agreement entered into willingly by all parties. A Voluntary Agreement is a contract or arrangement made without coercion, where all participants willingly accept the terms. Voluntary agreements are common in […]
Vox
Vox Type: noun, abbreviation Pronunciation: /vox/ Also spelled or known as: Vocals What does Vox mean? Vocals. Vox is short for vocals. Vox synonyms: Vocals Example sentence: “The vox just came in my email.”
VPL
VPL Type: noun, acronym, organization Pronunciation: /vee-pee-el/ or /v-p-l/ Also spelled or known as: Video Performance Limited Related: PPL What does VPL mean? Video Performance Limited; A UK organization connected to music video licensing and royalties. VPL is associated with licensing and royalty administration for music videos and audiovisual performances. VPL synonyms: Video Performance Limited, […]
VST
VST Type: noun, acronym Pronunciation: /v-s-t/ Also spelled or known as: V-S-T, V.S.T, V S T Related: Virtual Studio Technology What does VST mean? Virtual Studio Technology; synthesizer and effects unit plugins that integrate with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). Example sentence: “This is a new VST.”