Vocal Effects

Question 1

How does a vocoder work?

Answer 1

It analyses an incoming signal (the modulator) and applies elements of this signal to a carrier signal

Question 2

In practical use, what is usually the modulator in a vocoder?

Answer 2

The human voice

Question 3

In practical use, what is usually the carrier in a vocoder?

Answer 3

A synth timbre

Question 4

What is the resulting sound of using a vocoder?

Answer 4

A robotic voice that follows whatever pitch is played on the synth

Question 5

What does a talk box allow musicians to do?

Answer 5

Shape the frequency content of a sound during performance

Question 6

What does the resulting sound of using a talk box have?

Answer 6

A vocal quality based on the performer’s mouth position