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It's equivalent to a torus in equal temperament, because the pattern repeats in a predictable way when the notes alias each other. In a just intonation 3-5 lat
by elihu 9y ago
It's equivalent to a torus in equal temperament, because the pattern repeats in a predictable way when the notes alias each other.
In a just intonation 3-5 lattice, it extends infinitely without repetition.
- stephencanon 9y agoIndeed--you can still map it onto the torus but the lattice doesn't line up neatly; you get irrational spirals that cover the surface. But, since this is in the context of Trane and Lateef, I think ET is a reasonable assumption.