Partial
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A partial (or partial tone) is a sine wave component of a periodic sound (with regard to Fourier analysis). Partials are often used to characterize timbres. In harmonic timbres, partials occur at harmonics.
A partial (or partial tone) is a sine wave component of a periodic sound (with regard to Fourier analysis). Partials are often used to characterize timbres. In harmonic timbres, partials occur at harmonics.