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Journal Article

Piecewise Interpolation Technique for Audio Signal Synthesis

Authors: Mitsuhashi, Yasuhiro

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 30 · Issue 4 · pp. 192–202 · April 1982

Abstract

A waveform synthesis technique which interpolates breakpoints by an arbitrary function is described. Ordinates of breakpoints can be evaluated as functions of specified harmonic levels and a selected interpolation function. Therefore this technique may be comparable to classical additive synthesis. If we use half-cosine as the interpolation function, we can decrease uncontrollable higher harmonics. Moreover, since an approximate half-cosine can be evaluated by only additions, this technique provides a cost-effective means for waveform synthesis. As a consequence, real-time synthesis using a digital computer may be possible.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
30
Issue
4
Pages
192–202
Publication date
April 6, 1982
Affiliation
Aizuwakamatsu-shi, Fukushima-ken 965, Japan (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article