Music Frequency Bands: A Cake Analogy

Think of music frequencies as a delicious cake:

Foundation Layer: Low Frequencies (20Hz – 250Hz)

• Key Players: Bass, kick drum
• Role: Forms the rhythm and harmony foundation
• Tip: Balance to avoid muddiness

Middle Layer: Mid-Frequencies (250Hz – 2kHz)

• Key Players: Vocals, guitar, piano
• Role: Core melody and harmony
• Tip: Avoid overlapping frequencies

Top Layer: High Frequencies (2kHz – 20kHz)

• Key Players: Cymbals, hi-hats
• Role: Adds clarity and brilliance
• Tip: Adjust to prevent harshness

Using Filters to Adjust Layers

• Low-pass filter: Cuts high frequencies (trims the top layer)
• High-pass filter: Cuts low frequencies (trims the bottom layer)
• Band-pass filter: Focuses on specific layers

Example:

• Rap: Use low-pass filter to emphasize mids and lows for impactful vocals.
• Chorus: Remove filter to restore brightness and energy.

Conclusion

Balancing frequency layers creates a “music cake” that resonates with listeners. Skillfully combine and adjust layers to craft your own masterpiece. Become a patissier of sound! 🎶