High-Mid Frequency Clarity vs. Harshness

There’s a balance to be struck in the high-mid frequencies (roughly between 2 kHz and 4 kHz).

If these frequencies are accentuated too much the audio will sound harsh, grating, and potentially cause actual pain when listening at higher volumes.

If these frequencies are too absent the audio will sound dull and unclear — kinda like people sound when wearing COVID masks, actually! (which dampen high and high-mid frequencies the most).

If these frequencies are set to the optimum level the audio will sound clear, crisp and articulate while maintaining it’s size and fullness.

Do you struggle with mixing these frequencies?

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