Mono

usgb/ˈmɑːnəʊ/
noun

A short form of monophonic which refers to sound reproduction, transmission, or recording involving only a single channel.

I prefer the mono version of this album over the stereo
Visual representation of "mono" - A short form of monophonic which refers to sound reproduction, transmission, or recording involving only a single channel

Often appears as...

  • mono recording
  • mono sound

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Audio Formats

Understand that 'mono' can refer to older or stylistic audio formats.

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This old radio only broadcasts in mono.
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Modern Usage

'Mono' in music may sound less rich than 'stereo'.

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The Beatles originally recorded some albums in mono.
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