wall of sound

The 'wall of sound' is a music production technique pioneered by Phil Spector in the 1960s, known for its rich and dense sound.

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Definition

B2Music Production

(technical, historical)A method of creating music by layering multiple instruments and voices to produce a dense, rich sound.

Example

  • The 'wall of sound' technique made the song sound much fuller and more dynamic.
  • Phil Spector's productions are famous for their 'wall of sound' quality.

B2Music

(general)A style of music characterized by densely layered arrangements, giving the impression of a powerful and overwhelming sound.

Example

  • The band's new album has a 'wall of sound' that makes each track feel epic.

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