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Academy Curve
The Academy curve is a standard playback equalization curve for pre-1975 mono, non-Dolby® optical soundtracks. It functions as the second part of a noise reduction scheme that begins by adding a “pre-emphasis” to audio intended for theatrical playback by boosting its high frequencies. When

Azimuth Errors
Azimuth is the vertical alignment in the plane of the tape path along the record and playback heads of a tape machine or mag dubber. Azimuth issues are timing issues due to the alignment of the tape against the head. Before recording or playing back tape or film, azimuth adjustment is applied

Bleed Through
Magnetic tape or film stores audio information via metal particles applied to one side of the tape or film. A record head applies a magnetic flux to those particles, which then orient themselves to represent the audio information. A playback head reads the magnetic flux stored on the tape to