Definition: A system of recording or reproducing sound that uses two channels, each playing a portion of the original sound in such a way as to create the illusion of locating the sound at a particular position, each offset from the other, thereby more accurately imitating the location of the original sound when the recorded or reproduced sound is heard.

Alright class, settle down, let’s dive in today! We're tackling “stereo,” and it’s a word that sounds quite grand. Let's break it down with a little rhyme, you understand? “Stereo” means a system so neat, With sound delivered, oh so sweet! It uses two channels, don’t you see, To give your ears a reality! Now, the dictionary gives us a longer explanation, and it’s really quite clever. Think of it like this: Imagine music coming from different places - left and right, that's the key! The dictionary says: "A system of recording or reproducing sound that uses two channels, each playing a portion of the original sound in such a way as to create the illusion of locating the sound at a particular position, each offset from the other, thereby more accurately imitating the location of the original sound when the recorded or reproduced sound is heard." Let's unpack that. "Two channels" means there’s one for your left ear and one for your right ear. Each channel plays a different part of the music – like if you were listening to a band, one channel might be the guitar and the other the drums! Because they're offset – meaning they're not perfectly aligned - it creates an illusion . It feels like the sound is coming from a specific spot in the room. Like if the singer is singing on the left side, you’ll hear more of their voice through the left channel! It’s all about making that recording seem more realistic and immersive, giving you a better sense of where the music actually comes from. Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about how stereo works to trick your ears into thinking sound is coming from different places? Don't be shy - let’s discuss!