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Pink Noise Generator Generate pink noise for balanced sound masking and relaxation.

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Pink Noise Generator

Generate pink noise for balanced sound masking and relaxation.

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Click Play

Press the Play button to start generating pink noise.

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Adjust Volume

Set a comfortable volume level with the slider.

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Relax

Enjoy the balanced, natural sound for sleep, focus, or testing.

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What Is Pink Noise Generator?

The Pink Noise Generator creates continuous pink noise (1/f noise) directly in your browser. Pink noise has equal energy per octave, meaning it decreases by 3 dB per octave as frequency increases. This produces a balanced, natural-sounding result that many find more pleasant than white noise. Its spectral profile closely resembles natural sounds like rainfall, rustling leaves, and ocean surf. It's widely used for sleep, focus, audio testing, and speaker calibration. The signal is generated algorithmically with no streaming needed.

Why Use Pink Noise Generator?

  • Balanced, natural-sounding noise that's pleasant to listen to
  • Used professionally for audio system calibration
  • Algorithmically generated — works offline
  • Volume control with smooth transitions and timer

Common Use Cases

Sleep

Fall asleep to the balanced, rain-like sound of pink noise.

Focus

Create a consistent ambient sound environment for concentration.

Audio Testing

Use pink noise for speaker calibration and room acoustics testing.

Sound Therapy

Pink noise is used in sound therapy and tinnitus management.

Technical Guide

Pink noise (1/f noise) is generated using the Voss-McCartney algorithm, which efficiently produces pink noise by summing multiple random number generators updated at different rates. The algorithm uses a set of octave-band generators: generator k updates every 2^k samples and adds a new random value. The sum of all generators produces an approximation of 1/f spectral distribution. Alternatively, a Kellet filter approach applies a series of first-order IIR filters to white noise: using three cascaded filters with coefficients (0.99886, 0.99332, 0.96900) to shape the spectrum. The result has a power spectral density of 1/f (-3 dB/octave). A 2-second buffer is filled and looped via AudioBufferSourceNode. Volume control uses a GainNode. The timer uses scheduled gain ramp for fadeout.

Tips & Best Practices

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    Pink noise is often considered the most "natural" sounding noise color
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    It's the standard for audio system calibration and room testing
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    Pink noise sits between white noise (harsh) and brown noise (deep) in character
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    Many nature sounds (rain, surf) have approximately pink noise spectra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q What is pink noise?
Pink noise (1/f noise) has equal energy per octave, meaning power decreases at 3 dB per octave. It sounds balanced and natural, similar to steady rainfall.
Q How is it different from white and brown noise?
White has equal energy per frequency (harsh). Pink has equal energy per octave (balanced). Brown has even more bass emphasis (deep rumble).
Q Why is pink noise used for calibration?
Pink noise has equal energy per octave, matching how we perceive sound. This makes it ideal for testing and calibrating audio equipment.
Q Is pink noise good for sleep?
Yes. Research suggests pink noise may improve deep sleep quality. Many people find it more pleasant than white noise.
Q Does it need internet?
No. The noise is generated algorithmically in your browser. It works fully offline.

About This Tool

Pink Noise Generator is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.