The harmonic seventh interval (also known as the septimal minor seventh, or subminor seventh) is one with an exact 7:4 ratio (about 969 cents). This is about 31.2 cents narrower, with a more stable and consonant sound, than a minor seventh in 12 equal temperament.
The harmonic seventh interval (also known as the septimal minor seventh, or subminor seventh) is one with an exact 7:4 ratio (about 969 cents). This is about 31.2 cents narrower, with a more stable and consonant sound, than a minor seventh in 12 equal temperament.
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