The InfoQ Podcast
Generally AI Episode 5: Making Waves
Feb 22, 2024
Explore the origins and applications of Fourier analysis and the Fast Fourier Transform in signal processing. Learn about song recognition algorithms like Shazam and the complexities of sound identification using spectrograms and dominant frequencies. Discover the use of AI in detecting music plagiarism and the creation of a robot musician playing the Theoremen instrument. Uncover the world of robotic vibrato and musical robots in a humorous and informative podcast episode.
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Quick takeaways
- Efficiency of the Fast Fourier Transform revolutionized signal processing in music recognition apps like Shazam.
- Maintaining dynamic range in music production is crucial to avoid sacrificing fidelity for loudness.
Deep dives
Loudness Wars in Music: Finding the Balance Between Volume and Fidelity
The trend of increasing audio levels in recorded music, known as the loudness wars, is discussed. Music producers aim to make their music louder, but increasing loudness often sacrifices fidelity. Strategies like tweaking compression algorithms highlight the quest for maximum loudness, challenging the music's dynamic range.
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