English-Finnish translations for detune

Definition of detune

  • To intentionally lower or raise the pitch produced by a musical instrument. Often done to produce sounds not normally possible, or in the case of stringed instruments to reduce tension for the purposes of shipping or maintenance
  • To alter the capacitance of a circuit such that its resonant frequency differs from the incoming frequency

Examples

  • Some avant-garde composers request that performers detune their instruments before playing.

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