quadrisonic
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to or using a system of sound reproduction involving four separate channels or speakers: "quadrisonic" describes audio technology, recordings, or equipment that utilizes four distinct audio channels to create a surround sound experience.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The band released a special quadrisonic mix of their classic album.
- To appreciate the full effect, you need a quadrisonic playback system.
Advanced Usage
- The term "quadrisonic" is a technical synonym for "quadraphonic." It is primarily used in historical or technical discussions about audio formats from the 1970s.
- Audiophiles still seek out vintage quadrisonic recordings for their unique spatial qualities.
Variants and Related Words
- Quadraphonic (adj): The more common term with identical meaning.
- Quadraphony (n): The system or technique of sound reproduction using four channels.
- Stereophonic (adj): Relating to a two-channel sound system.
Synonyms
- Four-channel: Describing the technical specification.
- Surround sound: A broader, more modern term that can encompass multi-channel audio, though not exclusively four channels.
Notes on Meaning
- "Quadrisonic" specifically refers to a system with four discrete audio channels. It is not used to describe the content (e.g., music) itself, but rather the method of its recording or reproduction. The goal is to place the listener in the center of the sound field.
Adjective
- of or relating to quadraphony
- his quadraphonic sound system