Limiter Definition & Meaning

limiter
noun
  1. (electronics) a nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform (to clip off the peaks of a waveform); "a limiter introduces amplitude distortion"

"Limiter" in song lyrics

See how limiter is used in real songs:

  • "mds soft touch rev limiter"
    AOL — AOL
  • "club car rev limiter"
    AOL — AOL
  • "club car disconnect rev limiter"
    AOL — AOL

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