Fourier Transforms | The Simple Version

Fourier Transforms are foundational to modern technology! Everything from data compression to creating synthetic instruments uses it in some way. Today, we discuss the Fourier Transform's basic mechanics and examples of its practical applications. Check out the "Applications for Fourier Transforms" unit for this video, including a guided vocabulary and notes sheet, project guide, and a final test! Cristy's Multimedia Shop: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/P... Autumn Stephens (Music):    / @autumnstephens1847   0:00 Introduction 0:45 Why Instruments Sound Different 2:09 What is Signal Processing? 3:47 Making Music Sound Professional 5:44 Lossy Data Compression 6:56 Even More Applications 7:46 Conclusion Corrections: As a quick clarification, some instruments do not have peaks at all frequencies in the harmonic series. However, that corresponds with that harmonic having a strength of zero! The strongest frequencies in the Fourier Transform of instruments should still lie along the harmonic series.