A vocoder is a device or software that analyzes the human voice and applies the characteristics of that analysis to an audio signal. It is often used in music production to apply a robotic or synthesized quality to vocals, creating a unique sound effect. The vocoder works by dividing an audio signal into multiple frequency bands, then using a carrier signal to modulate those bands, resulting in a sound that blends the characteristics of both the original sound and the carrier signal.
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