Colored Noise Generator
First, always set your headphones or speakers to low volume to avoid damaging your hearing or equipment!
"Colored noises", named according to their spectral properties, find varied applications in fields such as music, acoustics, electronics and even sound therapy. Each color corresponds to a distinct frequency profile, offering a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of sounds. To learn more, visit my blog article on the subject.
WAV Export Options
minute(s) (max 10 min)
Use cases
- Sleep & focus: pink or brown noise masks ambient noise and helps falling asleep.
- Room acoustics test: looped white/pink noise reveals room resonance modes.
- Audio system calibration (SPL meter + pink noise at -20 dBFS).
- Tinnitus masking with calibrated noise (consult a professional).
- Sound design: raw material for wind, rain, ambiences.
FAQ
Which color for sleep?
Brown noise is most often recommended: its energy is in the lows, more soothing and less tiring than white. Pink is also widely used.
White vs pink vs brown noise?
White: same energy at all frequencies (high, hissing). Pink: rolls off 3 dB/oct (perceived as "balanced"). Brown: rolls off 6 dB/oct (very low). Blue and violet do the opposite (energy in the highs).
Why is there a sleep timer?
For sleep/relaxation use, auto-stop avoids leaving playback running all night (auditory fatigue, energy and battery savings).
How to download a file longer than 10 minutes?
The limit is intentional: at 96 kHz / 24-bit / mono, 10 minutes is already ~173 MB. For long listening, the looping playback with sleep timer is sufficient.
♥ - Joseph SARDIN - Founder of BigSoundBank.com - About - Contact