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Sound synthesis refers to the theory, processes and techniques of creating artificial sounds. Typically sound synthesis involves creating an electronic signal using purpose specific computer software, synthesizers or electronic devices. The resulting electronic signal is normally amplified and made audible using speakers. Synthesized sounds are used in many places and for many purposes. Some sounds are synthesized to mimic naturally occurring sounds and can sometimes be indistinguishable from the real thing. Other sounds are made to create new timbres that have no counterpart in the natural world.

"Sound synthesis is the electronic generation of sound."

There are many sound synthesis methods.

• Subtractive Synthesis
• Additive Synthesis
• FM / PM Synthesis
• Phase Distortion Synthesis
• Sampling / Wavetables
• Granular Synthesis
• Linear Predictive Coding
• Direct Digital Synthesis
• Wave Sequencing
• Physical Modeling
• Vector Synthesis

http://www.acoustics.salford.ac.uk/acoustics_info/sound_synthesis/

http://www.acoustics.hut.fi/publications/reports/sound_synth_report.pdf

Quote: The first experiements in synthesis of sound by computer began in 1957 by researchs at Bell Telephone Laboratories. (Max Matthews among others were involved.) Introduction to digital sound synthesis with John Strawn pg 87