Analog vs. Digital Waves

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What is an analog wave?

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An analog wave is a continuous signal that represents physical measurements. It can take any value within a range and is often used in sound recordings.

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What is a digital wave?

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A digital wave is a discrete signal that represents data in binary form (0s and 1s). It is used in digital recordings and is more reliable than analog.

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Is sound recorded on a record an analog or digital wave?

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Analog

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Are CDs analog or digital?

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Digital

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What is an example of an analog device?

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An example of an analog device is a vinyl record player.

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What is an example of a digital device?

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An example of a digital device is a CD player.

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Which type of music recording has the reputation for sounding more LIVE with 'hissing' sound from original performances?

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Analog recordings

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Which wave is more reliable?

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Digital

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What is the main difference between analog and digital signals?

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The main difference is that analog signals are continuous, while digital signals are discrete.

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What does 'sampling' mean in digital audio?

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Sampling is the process of converting an analog signal into a digital signal by taking measurements at regular intervals.