diapason

• Существительное, обозначающее всеобъемлющий диапазон или охват, особенно музыкальных нот или тонов; исторически используется в теории музыки и органостроении.

A noun referring to a comprehensive range or scope, especially of musical notes or tones; historically used in music theory and organ building.

1. Musical rangeC2formal

   The entire range of a musical instrument or voice, from the lowest to the highest note.

   Диапазон

   • The singer's voice covered a wide diapason.
   • The organ's diapason stop produces a rich, full sound.
   • The composer wrote for the full diapason of the orchestra.

   Synonymscompassgamutrange

2. Standard of pitchC2formal

   A standard or reference for musical pitch, often referring to a specific organ stop.

   Эталон высоты звука

   • The diapason was set at A440 for the concert.
   • The organ builder tuned the pipes to the correct diapason.
   • The choir used a tuning fork to establish the diapason.