TALK BOX Meaning and
Definition
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A talk box is an electronic device used primarily by musicians to create a unique vocal or instrumental sound effect. Consisting of a small speaker driver mounted on a tube, it is typically connected to an instrument, such as a guitar or keyboard, and a microphone. The instrument's sound is sent through the tube and into the performer's mouth, where they manipulate the sound using their vocal tract. This manipulation produces distinct vowel sounds that can be mixed with the instrument's sound, resulting in a talking or singing effect.
The talk box is operated by the performer shaping their mouth, lips, and tongue to imitate singing or speaking while simultaneously playing their instrument. The sound produced is then amplified through a separate speaker or the venue's sound system. By controlling the shape and position of their vocal tract, performers can create a wide range of timbres and tonal variations, adding a unique texture to their music.
Originally developed in the 1930s for use in telephony, the talk box gained popularity in the 1960s and 1970s among rock and funk musicians. Prominent artists like Peter Frampton and Stevie Wonder brought the device into the mainstream with their distinctive use of the talk box in their music. Though primarily associated with guitars and keyboards, it has been used with various other instruments and even vocals to create captivating sonic landscapes in different genres such as pop, rock, and funk.
Common Misspellings for TALK BOX
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Etymology of TALK BOX
The word "talk box" is a compound word formed from the combination of "talk" and "box". "Talk" comes from the Old English word "tacan", which means "to speak". "Box" comes from the Old English word "box", derived from the Latin word "buxus", meaning "wooden container" or "small chest".
In the context of music, a talk box refers to a device that allows a musical instrument, typically a guitar, to modify its sound by shaping the sound using the player's mouth. The term "talk box" was coined to describe this device as it essentially enables the instrument to "talk" by manipulating the sound.
