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Phase cancellation occurs when two signals of the same frequency are out of phase with each other resulting in a net reduction in the overall level of the combined signal. If two identical signals are 100% or 180 degrees out of phase they will completely cancel one another if combined.
- How do you determine phase cancellation?
- What is the phase in audio?
- How do I stop phase issues recording guitar?
How do you determine phase cancellation?
Notice how the peaks of one track align with the troughs of the other. When summed to mono, they'll totally cancel each other out. The easiest way to check for phase problems is to sum your mix to mono.
What is the phase in audio?
Essentially, phase refers to sound waves — or simply put, the vibration of air. When we listen to sound, what we're hearing are changes in air pressure. Just like the ripple of a stone in water, sound is created by the movement of air.
How do I stop phase issues recording guitar?
DELAY, DELAY, DELAY
Certain reverbs and delays can introduce phase problems that were previously not there. If a vocal or guitar track sounds thin or isn't sitting right in the mix, try listening to it dry. If the problem disappears, adjust your settings or just try another effect.
