The ADSR (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release) envelope is a fundamental concept in electronic music synthesis, used to shape the amplitude of a sound over time. The Attack phase determines how quickly the sound reaches its peak volume after being triggered. The Decay phase specifies how fast the sound decreases from its peak to the sustain level. The Sustain phase maintains this level until the note is released. The Release phase defines how long it takes for the sound to fade out completely.
A = Attack time
D = Decay time
S = Sustain level
R = Release time
Understanding and manipulating these parameters allows for precise control over the timbre and character of synthesized sounds, making ADSR envelopes a crucial tool in electronic music production.
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