Atechnology based on placing brief digital recordings of live sounds under the control of a synthesizer keyboard is known as
a. samplingb. digital frequency modulation synthesisc. analog synthesisd. midi

A. The term is known as Sampling

Explanation:

Sampling involves the use and reuse of some part of a sound recordings in a different sound recordings entirely.

Often, it contains one or more of the following

1. Sounds of regular frequency

2. Spoken words (Speech)

3. Rhythms

4. Melody

Before the recording can be used, it must be manipulated by layering, equalizing, speed up or slowed down, repitching and looping.

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