Convert Musical Notes To Frequencies

Use this chat to aid with equalizing instruments in a mix. For example, if a particular note on the bass guitar is standing out, find the note on the chart, and attenuate the corresponding frequency.

• Note: This is good for subtle errors in dynamics, however, aside from re-recording the entire part, automated attenuation of the offending notes will yield better results than drastic equalization.

Another use is if you wish to trigger a sub tone with the kick drum to add low end punch. Using a signal generator, choose a sine wave shape and select a frequency corresponding the the key of the song. Then insert a gate, triggered by the kick drum.

• Note: If the kick drum has a lot of pitch in it, it is best to tune it to the key of the song before recording it. This will reduce any dissonance with the ‘triggered’ tone during mix down. Alternatively, you could remove the pitch from the recorded kick drum with equalization, then blend it with the generated sub tone.

Download Notes To Frequencies Chart

Frequencies for equal-tempered scale/ (“Middle C” is C₄ ) / (A₄ = 440 Hz)