raw audio

[/rɔː ˈɔːdiəʊ/]
nounpl: raw audio files / raw audios
áudio bruto
1. unprocessed or unedited audio data, typically in its original format without compression, effects, or modifications
The raw audio from the microphone needs to be processed before it can be used in the final mix.
O áudio bruto do microfone precisa ser processado antes de ser usado na mistura final.
2. audio recordings that have not undergone post-production, mastering, or quality enhancement
We stored the raw audio files as backup before applying any effects.
Armazenamos os arquivos de áudio bruto como backup antes de aplicar qualquer efeito.
3. uncompressed or minimally compressed audio data in its purest form
Working with raw audio gives the engineer more control over the final sound.
Trabalhar com áudio bruto oferece ao engenheiro mais controle sobre o som final.
The term 'raw audio' is widely used in professional audio engineering, music production, and podcast creation in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian studios and content creation communities, 'áudio bruto' is the standard technical terminology. This reflects the growing importance of digital content creation and music production in urban centers like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unprocessed audiounedited audiooriginal audiosource audio
Antonyms / Antônimos
processed audiocompressed audiomastered audioedited audio

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
áudio bruto
Standard term used in music production and audio engineering contexts
São Paulo
áudio bruto / áudio puro
Both terms are commonly used in professional studios
Rio de Janeiro
áudio bruto
Commonly used in music and media production
Portugal
áudio bruto / áudio não processado
Both terms used, with 'não processado' being more descriptive

Related Words

audio editingaudio processingdigital audiosound engineeringpost-productionaudio mastering

Related Idioms & Phrases

back to raw audio - returning to the original unprocessed format
working from raw audio - starting with unedited source material
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