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amplitude modulation

amplitude modulation Amplitude modulation is a change in a sound’s strength over time, creating rises and falls in loudness.

Amplitude modulation is a change in a sound’s strength over time, creating rises and falls in loudness. In this context, it describes patterned fluctuations in background noise or tones that can affect how easily another sound is detected.