equal temperament

noun

, Music.

1. the division of an octave into 12 equal semitones, as in the tuning of a piano.

Example Sentences

Much has been lost by adopting equal temperament, but more has been gained.

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The author is one of the harmonikoi or Aristoxeneans, who adopt the method of equal temperament.

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A few words, however, must be said on the subject of equal temperament.

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In this art he introduced a great reform, that of tuning on a basis of equal temperament.

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It is evident, therefore, that all major thirds must be tuned somewhat sharper than perfect in a system of equal temperament.

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