Audio frequency chart from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz

complete audio frequency chart from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (20 kHz) to understand how different sound frequencies affect what you hear. From deep bass and powerful low-end vibrations to clear vocals and high-frequency treble

audio frequency chart from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (20 kHz)

Audio frequency ranges

Frequency rangeCategorySound characteristics
20–60 HzSub-bassDeep rumble and powerful low-end vibrations
60–250 HzBassKick drums, bass guitar, warmth and fullness
250–1,000 HzLow midrangeBody and richness of voices and instruments
1,000–4,000 HzMidrangeVocal presence and instrument definition
4,000–8,000 HzHigh midrangeClarity, detail and attack
8,000–20,000 HzTrebleBrightness, shimmer and crispness