Ralph Sutton's Music Note to Frequency Chart
The Ultimate Ralph Sutton Music Note to Frequency Chart is a comprehensive tool designed for Recording Engineering, Mixing, and Music Production to accurately reference the frequencies of musical notes across all octaves. Starting from the lowest audible tone (C0) up to the highest note on a standard piano (B8), this chart provides precise frequency values for every note.
How to Use the Chart
Recording Engineering: Use the chart to identify and capture specific notes in the audio spectrum when recording instruments or vocals. For instance, the fundamental frequency of a note can help you set EQs or microphones for optimal tonal balance.
Mixing: The chart serves as a reference for carving out frequencies in the Mix. For example, if a bass guitar's fundamental is E1 (41.2 Hz), you can boost or cut frequencies around this range to enhance clarity or eliminate muddiness.
Music Production: When synthesizing sounds or programming MIDI, the chart helps you align pitch and frequency. For example, aligning the frequency of a synthesizer's oscillator to a specific note ensures harmonic compatibility with other instruments.
Key Benefits
- Provides an easy way to correlate musical notes with their respective frequencies.
- Helps in identifying and resolving clashing frequencies during the mixing process.
- Acts as a precise guide for EQ adjustments and tonal shaping.
This chart is an essential reference for ensuring the Highest-Quality Recordings, Mixes, and Music Productions, allowing Engineers and Producers to work with confidence in the frequency range domain.
Instrument Cheat Sheet
- Piano: Lowest Note – A0 (27.50 Hz)
- Upright Bass (5-string): Lowest Note – B0 (30.87 Hz)
- Electric Bass: Lowest Note – E1 (41.20 Hz)
- Electric Guitar: Lowest Note – E2 (82.41 Hz)
- Violin: Lowest Note – G3 (196.00 Hz)
- Flute: Lowest Note – C4 (261.63 Hz, Middle C)
Ralph Sutton Music Note to Frequency Chart
| Note | Octave 0 | Octave 1 | Octave 2 | Octave 3 | Octave 4 | Octave 5 | Octave 6 | Octave 7 | Octave 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 16.35 | 32.70 | 65.41 | 130.81 | 261.63 | 523.25 | 1046.50 | 2093.00 | 4186.01 |
| C#/D flat | 17.32 | 34.65 | 69.30 | 138.59 | 277.18 | 554.37 | 1108.73 | 2217.46 | 4434.92 |
| D | 18.35 | 36.71 | 73.42 | 146.83 | 293.66 | 587.33 | 1174.66 | 2349.32 | 4698.64 |
| D#/E flat | 19.45 | 38.89 | 77.78 | 155.56 | 311.13 | 622.25 | 1244.51 | 2489.02 | 4978.03 |
| E | 20.60 | 41.20 | 82.41 | 164.81 | 329.63 | 659.26 | 1318.51 | 2637.02 | 5274.04 |
| F | 21.83 | 43.65 | 87.31 | 174.61 | 349.23 | 698.46 | 1396.91 | 2793.83 | 5587.65 |
| F#/G flat | 23.12 | 46.25 | 92.50 | 185.00 | 369.99 | 739.99 | 1479.98 | 2959.96 | 5919.91 |
| G | 24.50 | 49.00 | 98.00 | 196.00 | 392.00 | 783.99 | 1567.98 | 3135.96 | 6271.93 |
| G#/A flat | 25.96 | 51.91 | 103.83 | 207.65 | 415.30 | 830.61 | 1661.22 | 3322.44 | 6644.88 |
| A | 27.50 | 55.00 | 110.00 | 220.00 | 440.00 | 880.00 | 1760.00 | 3520.00 | 7040.00 |
| A#/B flat | 29.14 | 58.27 | 116.54 | 233.08 | 466.16 | 932.33 | 1864.66 | 3729.31 | 7458.62 |
| B | 30.87 | 61.74 | 123.47 | 246.94 | 493.88 | 987.77 | 1975.53 | 3951.07 | 7902.13 |