Also means
a partial frequency above the fundamental tone of a note
Usage Note
Oberton is one of the partials in the harmonic series above the fundamental. The pattern of Obertöne determines the Klangfarbe of each instrument. Obertongesang (throat singing) makes specific overtones audible.
Examples
"Der reiche Klang einer guten Geige kommt von ihren vielen Obertönen."
Natural Translation
The rich sound of a good violin comes from its many overtones.
Literal Translation
The rich sound of a good violin comes from its many upper-tones.
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