143 definitions for A

  - Category: Theory
"A" : Annular finger (ring finger). Used to identify fingers for fingerpicking.

  - Category: Computer (recording)
.au file : A computer file that stores recorded sound from a live source. Unlike MIDI files, which contain computer, or synthesizer music, these files contain what are basically recordings of voice or instrumental sounds.

  - Category: Manufacture of Gear
A-Designs : Brand Name: Professional Audio Products
+ Associated link: http://www.adesignsaudio.com/

  - Category: Guitar Repair/Building
Abalone : A natural shell material used as an inlay material on musical instruments. It comes in many colors and has an iridescent sheen when viewed from different angles.

  - Category: Guitar Repair/Building
Abeto (Spanish) : Spruce.

  - Category: Manufacture of Gear
Ableton : Brand Name: Music Production Software
+ Associated link: http://www.ableton.com/

  - Category: Computer (recording)
AC '97 : Audio Codec '97; A specification for an audio system within the PC that separates the analog and digital circuits. AC '97 enables the digital controller chip to be placed on the motherboard and separated from the "noisy" analog circuits which can be located near the connectors or on a riser card.

  - Category: Theory
Accent : Symbol used to indicate a predominant beat. Symbol looks like this ">".

  - Category: Manufacture of Gear
Access : Brand Name: TI Desktop Synth/Controller, Integrated synthesizers, more.

+ Associated link: http://www.access-music.de/

  - Category: Theory
Accompaniment : Whether composed or improvised, this is music that is played in support of the melody. Typically, the rhythm section (piano, bass, drums) provides the accompaniment.