
E.J. Gold, Jimmi Accardi, Evan Lurie, Claude Needham. This important talk looks at music and sound from a very different point of view. Topics include: beat frequency oscillation, subtractive frequencies, chord clash, harmonic waveforms, modulated frequencies, resonance, phase shifting in sound and light, photon echo, and the harmonic for all octaves -- viewing the electromagnetic spectrum as the Cosmic Keyboard. E.J. demonstrates waveform cancellation on the synthesizer.
The discussion revolves around the nature of sound, waveform interactions, and the broader implications of waveforms as a model for understanding existence. The conversation delves into subtractive frequency synthesis, beat frequency oscillation, and composite waveforms. These principles are explored not only as technical aspects of sound production but also as metaphors for perception, identity, and even metaphysical structures. The talk blends scientific explanations, philosophical inquiries, and practical applications in music and acoustics.
The conversation begins with an attempt to reconstruct a prior discussion on waveform technology and music theory. The concept of subtractive frequencies is introduced, where overlapping waveforms cancel out certain frequencies to produce a new composite waveform. Various aspects of wave physics are explored, including beat frequency modulation, harmonic interactions, and phase cancellation.
Later, the discussion shifts to a conceptual model aligning sound waveforms to identity and perception, using the analogy of the five Skandhas (from Buddhist philosophy) to represent different waveforms forming a unified identity. The group considers how subtle modifications in wave timing or frequency interactions can generate vastly different outcomes.
The dialogue further extends into sound perception, discussing how beat frequencies influence the way we perceive sound and how wave interference can create auditory hallucinations. A parallel is drawn between radio signals, musical tuning, and the way overlapping waves interact across different mediums.
A significant portion of the discussion delves into broader octaves of sound and their relationship to other vibratory spectrums, such as electromagnetic and light frequencies. There is speculation on whether all manifest phenomena share a common vibrational structure, suggesting that sound might hold a key to understanding broader existential models.
The latter part of the conversation explores practical implications, particularly in music composition and sound synthesis. The idea of finding harmonics within sound that correspond to other vibratory octaves is proposed as a means of exploring different perceptual states. The potential for developing tools that utilize wave interactions for expanded perception or artistic creation is discussed.
Ultimately, the talk weaves between scientific principles, experimental observations, and speculative models, suggesting that waveform synthesis may be a gateway to understanding both acoustics and deeper levels of reality.
"An abstract surrealist representation of a vast three-dimensional waveform composed of interlocking harmonic frequencies, forming a cosmic landscape. In the center, a luminous geometric symbol—reminiscent of the Seal of Solomon—floats, layered over a pulsating spectrum of colors, symbolizing the relationship between sound, light, and identity. Slight distortions and spectral echoes weave in the background, giving a sense of infinite resonance. The scene should evoke a sense of mathematical elegance mixed with cosmic mystery, blending scientific precision with philosophical depth."