Synthesis and sound design · updated 2026-08-16

LFO

Low-frequency oscillator: a slow wave used as modulation rather than sound. Vibrato, tremolo and wobble bass all start here.

Analogue synthesizer panel with patch cables, knobs and sliders in close focus

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