Karaoke glossary
Use the karaoke glossary to understand some of the
jargon and terms used within the world of karaoke.
Simply click on a term below to see an explanation.
- VCD
A VCD (Video CD) uses the MPEG-1 format and can only be played in a VCD compatible player although many DVD players will play them.
VCD karaoke discs contain video backgrounds with the lyrics displayed over the top.
VCDs usually do not contain lead vocals.
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AV
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Balance
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CD
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CDG
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CDGM
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Component Video
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Composite Video
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Digital Echo
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Digital Key Control
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DVD
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Karaoke
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Key Changer
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KJ
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Laser disc
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MCPS
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MIDI
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MP3+G
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NEO+G
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NTSC
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PA
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PAL
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RCA connector
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RF modulator
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SCDG
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SECAM
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Sub-Code
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Tone
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VCD
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Vocal Cancel
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Vocal Partner
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Vocal reducer
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