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Modulating Hiss
Modulating hiss refers to noise levels that noticeably rise and fall with program level.
For example, a common occurrence of modulating hiss can be heard when noise levels rise around each spoken word of dialogue in a soundtrack.
Hot
In terms of comparative loudness, a track that is too hot is too loud.
Vinegar Syndrome
Vinegar Syndrome is an indicator of a complex chemical process caused by the decomposition of the acetate film base of certain types of mags and audiotapes. Over time, this deterioration process yields acetic acid (or vinegar) as a pungent byproduct, giving this syndrome its distinctive odor and