dynamic range

noun

: the ratio of the strongest to the weakest sound intensity that can be transmitted or reproduced by an audio or broadcasting system

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This setup gives you a wide dynamic range and incredibly low noise, all while eliminating channel crosstalk. — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Dolby’s dynamic range of brightness and color draws you in, giving you a vivid visual experience. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 June 2026 GoPro also offers up to 14 stops of dynamic range, which ensures rich detail in both highlights and shadows. — New Atlas, 16 Apr. 2026 This early afternoon shot of the Cinemark theater has decent dynamic range; the white building preserves its detail, and the cloud isn't blown out. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for dynamic range

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First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dynamic range was in 1917

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“Dynamic range.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dynamic%20range. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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