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Tools 4 Music StaffJanuary 2, 20269 min read
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Frequency to Note Calculator: Master the Frequency Spectrum
Convert frequencies to musical notes and vice versa. Essential knowledge for EQ, sound design, and tuning.
Tools 4 Music StaffJanuary 2, 20269 min readUnderstanding the relationship between frequency and musical notes is fundamental to music production. This knowledge helps with EQ decisions, sound design, and troubleshooting.
The A440 Standard
Modern music is tuned to A4 = 440 Hz. From there:
Key Frequency References
| Note | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Sub bass | 20-60 Hz |
| Bass | 60-250 Hz |
| Low mids | 250-500 Hz |
| Mids | 500-2000 Hz |
| High mids | 2-6 kHz |
| Highs | 6-20 kHz |
[Use our Frequency Calculator](/tools/frequency) to convert between notes and frequencies.
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