Able Quote by Bennie Maupin
“...I do like the low frequencies. It's from years and years of observing audiences when they hear a lower frequency coming from an instrument it tends to pull them in. You have to listen a little more attentively. High frequency instruments hit you so hard, after a while the ear has a tendency to want to shut down. And that's what happens. I've been able to observe very carefully how people tend to get very tired of listening to high frequencies a lot.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing musical perception, date unknown
Lower frequencies engage listeners more gently, while high frequencies can cause fatigue, suggesting balance in arrangements
In simple terms: Low tones draw listeners in; high tones can tire them
Key Takeaway
Balance tonal range for listener comfort
Themes
music
perception
frequency
listening
arrangement
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- concerts
- studio recording
- live performance
- audio engineering
Key Concepts
acoustic psychology
auditory fatigue
sound design
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance of frequencies feels most natural?
- How does instrument choice affect audience engagement?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on low frequencies may muddy clarity
