Midrange

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Midrange refers to the middle frequencies of the human hearing range, typically between 200 Hz and 2 kHz. It is a term often used in audio engineering and sound reproduction to describe the frequencies that are most audible and important to human hearing. Midrange frequencies are crucial for the accurate reproduction of vocals and many musical instruments.

Overview[edit | edit source]

The human ear is most sensitive to frequencies in the midrange. This is why the midrange is often considered the most important part of the audio spectrum. It is where most of the information in music and speech is found. In audio engineering, the midrange is often the focus of equalization and other processing techniques to ensure that it is reproduced accurately.

Importance in Audio Engineering[edit | edit source]

In audio engineering, the midrange is often the focus of equalization and other processing techniques. This is because the midrange contains the majority of the audio information in music and speech. For example, the human voice, guitars, pianos, and many other instruments have their fundamental frequencies in the midrange. Therefore, it is crucial for audio engineers to accurately reproduce these frequencies to ensure the highest possible sound quality.

Midrange Speakers[edit | edit source]

Midrange speakers are designed to reproduce the midrange frequencies. They are typically used in conjunction with woofers (which reproduce low frequencies) and tweeters (which reproduce high frequencies) in a multi-way speaker system. Midrange speakers are crucial for accurately reproducing vocals and many musical instruments.

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