acousmatic

== English == === Etymology === From Latin acousmaticus, from Ancient Greek ἀκουσματικός (akousmatikós), from ἀκούω (akoúō, “to hear”). === Adjective === acousmatic (not comparable) Referring to a sound that has no visually identifiable cause. Referring to Pythagorean disciples who for years listened to his lectures from behind a curtain, unable to see him. (music) Referring to pre-recorded music that is presented in concert using loudspeakers, e.g. some types of computer music. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === References === acousmatic on Wikipedia.Wikipedia EARS: ElectroAcoustic Resource Site