dynamic range

noun

: the ratio of the strongest to the weakest sound intensity that can be transmitted or reproduced by an audio or broadcasting system

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Built around a large neodymium iron boron magnet, the 40mm diameter drivers have a wide dynamic range and nimble transient response. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 For some, that might mean purchasing a 27-inch Apple Studio Display ($1,599) or maybe even a professional-grade Apple Pro Display XDR ($4,999) for a 32-inch, 6K monitor with extreme dynamic range and color quality to rival the reference monitors used in Hollywood editing bays. Brian Westover, PCMAG, 1 Nov. 2024 The camera can also grab still photos at 40-megapixel, with solid dynamic range. Ben Sin, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024 Brightness/Black Levels Not to be confused with the backlight settings above, this setting specifically adjusts the TV’s black levels by changing the overall dynamic range. Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dynamic range 

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dynamic range was in 1917

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“Dynamic range.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dynamic%20range. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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