Audio Information

and
Media
CYRANE CONTANDA
BRIAN JUNE B. MANTO
FREDELYN MAGHINAY CANOOG
What is an Audio and Audio
Media?
Audio refers to sound, typically in the
form of vibrations or waves, while audio
media encompasses various formats and
technologies used to record, reproduce,
and transmit sound, such as music,
speech, or podcasts.
 TYPES OF AUDIO
INFORMATION
Radio Broadcast Music Sound Recording
Live or recorded Artistic sound Capturing and
audio content organized in time, storing audio
transmitted over often featuring content using
radio frequencies instruments and recording devices.
for public vocals.
reception.
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Short audio Digital audio

snippets used for episodes available
various purposes, for on-demand
like enhancing listening over the
media. internet.
Sound Clips/Effects Audio Podcast
 WAYS TO STORE AUDIO
INFORMATION

CD USB
TAPE
(COMPACT DISC) DRIVE
Analog or digital Optical disc format used Portable storage devices
magnetic tape for for digital audio storage. with USB connections.
recording and playback.
 WAYS TO STORE AUDIO
INFORMATION

MEMORY COMPUTER INTERNET

CARD HARD DRIVE CLOUD
Small, removable cards Small, removable cards Online storage services
used in various electronic used in various electronic allowing access to audio
devices for data storage. devices for data storage. files from anywhere with
an internet connection.
 Audio File Formats
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MP3 (MPEG Audio M4A WAV (Waveform WMA (Windows
Layer III) Audio File Format) Media Audio)
A file format
A widely used developed by Apple, An uncompressed A compressed audio
compressed audio typically containing audio file format that file format developed
format that balances audio encoded with retains high-quality by Microsoft, known for
quality and file size. AAC (Advanced Audio sound. its good sound quality
Codec) compression. at lower bitrates.
 UNITS OF SOUND

DECIBEL
HERTZ PHON
A unit measuring the
A unit representing the
intensity or loudness of
A unit measuring the perceived loudness level of
sound.
frequency or pitch of sound sound as perceived by the
waves. average human ear at a
specific frequency
 Characteristics of a Sound
The perceived loudness or amplitude of a sound, typically measured in
Volume decibels (dB).

The distinctive quality or character of a sound, determined by its

Tone
harmonic content and frequency.

The perceived frequency of a sound wave, influencing whether a sound

Pitch
is perceived as high or low.

The subjective perception of sound intensity, often associated with

Loudness
volume but also influenced by factors such as frequency and duration.

The purpose of a sound is to convey information, evoke emotions, or serve functional roles such
as communication, warning, entertainment, identification, atmosphere, mood, and navigation.
 PRINCIPLES OF SOUND DESIGN

MIXING
Balancing and adjusting the levels
of individual audio elements to
create a cohesive and harmonious
overall sound.
STEREO IMAGING
Enhance the spatial dimension of
the audio by strategically placing
elements in the left and right
channels, creating a more immersive
PACE TRANSITION
and dynamic listening experience.

Control the composition's speed, Ensure smooth connections between

managing tempo and rhythm to different sections or elements,
evoke specific emotions and avoiding abrupt shifts and
maintain listener engagement maintaining a seamless flow for a
throughout the piece. cohesive overall composition.
 types of transitions

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Segue Crossfade V-Fade Waterfall
A smooth and Gradual overlapping A fade-in or fade- A transition where
uninterrupted of the end of one out shaped like a the volume of one
transition from one audio track with the 'V,' often used for element decreases
audio or visual beginning of dramatic effect. while the volume of
element to another. another to create a another increases,
seamless transition. creating a cascading
effect.
Hearing vs Listening
Hearing is the physiological process of
perceiving sound through the ears

Listening involves actively paying attention

to and interpreting those sounds, often with
the intention of understanding or
responding.
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