Stereo
The short version
Two channels — left and right — so sound has width.
Stereo lets your ears place sounds in space. Headphones make it extremely obvious.
Left, middle, right
Use headphones for this one.
Why you'd careWidth creates the sense of a room. Kicks and bass usually stay centred; hats, guitars and pads spread out.
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