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A '''goldonic series''' or '''golden series''' is a series of frequencies that form a [[Wikipedia:Geometric_progression|geometric progression]] whose generating interval is the [[ | A '''goldonic series''' or '''golden series''' is a series of frequencies that form a [[Wikipedia:Geometric_progression|geometric progression]] whose generating interval is the [[phi|golden ratio]] (φ = 1.618...). | ||
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From an acoustic standpoint, the goldonic series contains some "harmonic-like" characteristics despite being inharmonic. Because each term is equal the difference between the next highest and next lowest terms, a phenomenon similar to modelocking can occur (in which each oscillator becomes entrained to the difference tone generated by its nearest-neighbors). | From an acoustic standpoint, the goldonic series contains some "harmonic-like" characteristics despite being inharmonic. Because each term is equal the difference between the next highest and next lowest terms, a phenomenon similar to modelocking can occur (in which each oscillator becomes entrained to the difference tone generated by its nearest-neighbors). | ||
Also, unlike the harmonic series, the goldonic series can be in theory extended infinitely in ''both'' directions and contains no fundamental. | Also, unlike the [[harmonic series]], the goldonic series can be in theory extended infinitely in ''both'' directions and contains no fundamental. | ||
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Latest revision as of 12:24, 17 November 2024
A goldonic series or golden series is a series of frequencies that form a geometric progression whose generating interval is the golden ratio (φ = 1.618...).
Unique properties
The goldonic series is unique among geometric sequences because only φ satisfies the equation [math]\displaystyle{ x^{n-1} + x^n = x^{n+1} }[/math].
From an acoustic standpoint, the goldonic series contains some "harmonic-like" characteristics despite being inharmonic. Because each term is equal the difference between the next highest and next lowest terms, a phenomenon similar to modelocking can occur (in which each oscillator becomes entrained to the difference tone generated by its nearest-neighbors).
Also, unlike the harmonic series, the goldonic series can be in theory extended infinitely in both directions and contains no fundamental.