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Explore the impact of technology on music production, including the history and impact of distortion, the significance of sequencers and the introduction of the Band Lab app, the rise of auto-tune in music, and how technology has shaped the music industry.

Learn how to navigate the world of headphones with this episode. Discover the process of testing and choosing headphones, explore concepts like impedance and shielding, and hear about the potential future advancements in headphone technology. Plus, find out how you can win a t-shirt in a mystery sound contest!

This podcast explores the power of sound in advertising and marketing, discussing the success of iconic jingles and the influence of sound in creating memorable experiences for consumers. They also introduce a mystery sound contest and share information about sponsors and ongoing promotions.

The podcast delves into the future of car sounds as electric vehicles become more common, discussing the creation of artificial tones to replace combustion engine noises. It explores the design process for electric vehicle sounds, including nature-inspired solutions and intuitive design choices. The podcast also touches on the intersection of form and function in design, the challenges and solutions for sound in self-driving cars, and the importance of lowering carbon emissions in the industry.

Steve Lee, sound designer and film historian, discusses the surprising origin and widespread use of Hollywood’s most famous sound effect, the Wilhelm Scream. From its origins as a joke between friends to its inclusion in iconic films like Star Wars and Indiana Jones, the Wilhelm Scream has become a beloved part of movie history.

Exploring the challenges of understanding dialogue in movies and TV shows. Discussing factors such as actor delivery, technology, and sound production priorities. Examining filmmaker Christopher Nolan's controversial decision to make dialogue difficult to hear and its impact on the cinematic experience.

Mark Mangini, a prolific sound designer with over 150 film credits, joins the podcast to discuss his favorite sonic moments from his career. Topics include the creation of iconic sound effects, the importance of quality sounds in sound design, the origins of lion roars in Poltergeist and The Lion King, the story behind the music selection for Star Trek 4, and legal issues and beloved scenes.

This podcast explores the world of inner speech, considering the various ways people think and process information. It delves into the origins and effects of inner speech, including its potential connection to voice hearing and its therapeutic use. The podcast also features a mystery sound contest and emphasizes the importance of supporting sponsors.

The original Zelda game featured three melodies that would come to define the franchise: the Secret Unlocked Sound, the Treasure Chest sound, and the classic Zelda theme. Throughout the series, these melodies have been transformed again and again. Each version reflects the hardware it was made for, and Nintendo’s evolving approach to these iconic games. Featuring Thomas of Thomas Game Docs, and Kirk Hamilton of Strong Songs.Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn.Join our community on Reddit and follow us on Facebook.Sign up for Twenty Thousand Hertz+ to get our entire catalog ad-free.If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.orgGet your super soft 20K tee and more at 20k.org/shopSubscribe to Thomas Game Docs on Youtube.Subscribe to Strong Songs wherever you get your podcasts.Enter to win a special edition 50th Anniversary Shure SM7B.Go to masterclass.com/20k for 15% off your annual subscription.Support us by supporting our sponsors at 20k.org/sponsors.Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: https://www.20k.org/episodes/zeldatones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Music is a quintessential part of the Zelda series. And some of Zelda’s most iconic melodies go all the way back to the original game, on the Nintendo Entertainment System. These tunes were born in an age of 8 bits, and 5 lo-fi channels of audio. But those limitations forced composer Koji Kondo to make them as distilled and powerful as possible. Featuring Thomas of Thomas Game Docs, and Kirk Hamilton of Strong Songs.Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn.Join our community on Reddit and follow us on Facebook.Sign up for Twenty Thousand Hertz+ to get our entire catalog ad-free.If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.orgSubscribe to Thomas Game Docs, on Youtube.Subscribe to Strong Songs wherever you get your podcasts.Check out more work by DragonDePlatino, who composed the 8-bit version of Boléro.Go to indeed.com/hertz to start hiring today.Visit babbel.com/20k to get 55% off your subscription.Find the right doctor, right now with at zocdoc.com/20k.Visit shopify.com/20k and sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period.Support us by supporting our sponsors at 20k.org/sponsors.Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: https://www.20k.org/episodes/zeldabeep Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices