Music Glossary: pad

Sustained backdrop (strings, pads, choir) supporting harmony and mood. more

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pad sustain backdrop

Layer simple sustained chords with evolving intervals (9/11/13) via mod matrix. more

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pad layer extensions

Combining sustained pads with rhythmic pulses/arps to fill space while maintaining momentum. more

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pad pulse techniques arrangement orchestration

Sustained harmonic beds (strings/synths) to glue and support the lead. more

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pad bed glue

Input pad prevents clipping; polarity invert (Ø) corrects reversed wiring; phase alignment avoids cancellations with multi-mics. more

pad polarity phase live sound