The Properties of Sound: Timbre/Tone

In this video, we dive into timbre—the fourth property of sound. Also known as "tone color," timbre explains why the same note can sound different when played on different instruments, like a trumpet versus a piano. You'll learn how timbre is shaped by harmonic overtones, how it's expressed in music notation, and how it's described in audio tech using terms like "buzzy" or "tinny."