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The Best Noise for Tinnitus

Sound therapy can make tinnitus easier to live with by masking the ringing so your brain stops focusing on it. The key is to match the noise to the pitch of your tinnitus. Press play, try the colors below, and read the important note that this masks rather than cures.

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Perceptually flat — engineered to sound even to your ears.

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Match the noise to your tinnitus pitch

Tinnitus comes in different pitches, and the best masking sound overlaps with yours:

  • Low-pitched hum or roar — try brown noise.
  • Mid or broadband ringing — try grey or white noise.
  • High-pitched ringing — try violet or blue noise.

How to use masking safely

Set the volume just below the level of your tinnitus so the ringing blends into the background rather than being drowned out. Keep sessions comfortable and never uncomfortably loud. Masking gives relief in the moment; it does not treat the cause.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best noise for tinnitus?

The best sound matches the pitch of your tinnitus: brown noise for low-pitched ringing, grey or white noise for mid or broadband, and violet or blue noise for high-pitched ringing. Try each and use whatever covers your sound best.

Can noise cure tinnitus?

No. Noise masks tinnitus so it is easier to ignore, which many people find genuinely helpful, but it does not cure it. For persistent, sudden, or one-sided tinnitus, see an audiologist or doctor.

Last updated August 23, 2026