Online Tone Generator — generate sine, square, triangle, and sawtooth waveforms from 20Hz to 20kHz. Free, browser-based, Web Audio API powered.

🎵 Tone Generator

Generate pure tones, test specific frequencies, and check stereo balance with a precision tone generator.

Frequency440Hz
Volume50%
Balance
LeftRight
Center
Waveform

🎯 Common Reference Frequencies

20 Hz
Sub-bass low
Lowest audible frequency — feel more than hear
50 Hz
Power hum
Mains electricity hum (60Hz in US)
261.6 Hz
Middle C
Central piano key, musical reference
440 Hz
A440
Orchestra tuning standard
1000 Hz
1 kHz
Standard audio test reference tone
3000 Hz
3 kHz
Peak human ear sensitivity zone
8000 Hz
8 kHz
Hearing test upper range
15000 Hz
15 kHz
Near adult hearing limit

💡 What Can You Use a Tone Generator For?

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Speaker & Headphone Testing

Sweep through frequencies to find weak spots, rattles, or resonance issues. Identify exactly which frequencies cause distortion in your audio equipment.

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Hearing Tests & Tinnitus Masking

Play specific frequencies to check your hearing range. Match your tinnitus frequency for temporary relief through sound masking.

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Instrument Tuning & Ear Training

Generate reference tones to tune guitars, pianos, and other instruments. Train your ear to recognize intervals and pitch.

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Science & Education

Demonstrate wave properties, resonance, beat frequencies, and acoustic principles in classrooms or research labs.

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Audio Equipment Calibration

Produce precise reference tones for calibrating mixers, amplifiers, and recording equipment. Standard 1 kHz tone for level matching.

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Sound Therapy & Meditation

Work with Solfeggio frequencies (174Hz, 285Hz, 396Hz, 417Hz, 528Hz, 639Hz, 741Hz, 852Hz, 963Hz) for relaxation, focus, or sleep.

✨ Why Use Our Online Tone Generator?

Free and instant — no downloads, sign-ups, or payments required
Works on any device — fully responsive on desktop, tablet, and mobile
Precise frequency control from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz with 1 Hz steps
Four waveform types — sine, square, triangle, and sawtooth
Real-time waveform visualization so you can see what you hear
Stereo balance control for left/right channel testing
No audio files needed — everything is generated locally via Web Audio API
Works offline as a PWA — add to home screen for instant access

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💡 Frequently Asked Questions

What can I use a tone generator for?
Tone generators are used for: speaker calibration, hearing tests, room acoustic analysis, tuning musical instruments, testing audio equipment, and science experiments.
What waveform should I use?
Sine waves are pure single-frequency tones — best for calibration and testing. Square waves contain odd harmonics, useful for testing transient response. Sawtooth has all harmonics and sounds brighter.
Is it safe to play high frequencies loudly?
Prolonged exposure to loud high frequencies (above 10kHz) can cause hearing damage. Keep volume moderate. Above 15kHz, many adults can't hear the tone — that's normal age-related hearing loss.