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Synthesis Methods Explained: What Is FM Synthesis?

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What is FM Synthesis? Frequency modulation synthesis has origins in early analog synthesizers, but solidified with John Chowning's digital synth research and the Yamaha DX Series. Learn how FM works, and where it came from.

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  • Super rad! I’ve played with FM synthesis in musical contexts but understanding it at a deeper level than just monkeying around has already unlocked more precise sounds. Thanks for posting