Binaural

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Binaural

Binaural is an App which lets you make your own binaural beats and isochronic tones. You select a carrier frequency and a binaural beats frequency (or isochronic tone frequency). From there, you can listen to the tone as long as you wish, or you can set a timer. The app also has buttons at the bottom to limit the binaural beats/isochronic tones to within certain frequencies. Not sure what any of that means? Well, here's some background!

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What are Binaural Beats?

Binaural beats are simply two sine waves played at two different frequencies into two different ears. Listening to binaural beats through headphones has been scientifically shown to alter a listener’s biofeedback of brain wave patterns known as EEG [1,2,7]. The theory is that the brain interprets the mathematical difference between the two waves and “synchronizes” with it. This “brain wave synchronization” or “brainwave entrainment” has shown great potential for human health [3,4,5,6]. For example, you can use these tones to help you relax, fall asleep, be creative, be focused, or even connect to higher levels of consciousness!

What are Isochronic Tones?

Isochronic tones are similar to binaural beats, but they only use a single sine wave. This sine wave is turned on and off rapidly the same number of times as the frequency interpreted by the binaural beats. For example, at 8hz, the tone is turned on and off 8 times per second. Unlike binaural beats, isochronic tones do not require headphones and work if you are deaf in one ear.

How do I use these tones?

Binaural beats and Isochronic tones are frequency-specific. Certain frequencies relate to certain brain wave patterns and therefore certain feelings. Often, binaural beats are used within larger productions, such as the meditations offered by Guided Meditation Treks. For example, the CDs on this web site and their iOS application counterparts have the binaural beats programmed into the material. For example, if the meditation is trying to get you to focus on a visualization exercise, then the appropriate frequencies will be used within the meditation at that point in time. The frequencies often shift through the course of a meditation to continue you on your “trek.” However, the Binuaral application lets you create your own frequencies. This gives you total freedom, but it also means it helps to know what you’re doing. This page is meant to give you a reference so you can pick frequencies for states you which to achieve on your own, as well as learn about the concept. We can give you a fish with the CDs, but this app teaches you how to fish!

Binaural / Isochronic Beat Frequency

Arguably, this is more important than the carrier frequency. It is the frequency at which your brain “synchronizes.”

Android: You can enter the beat frequency in the text box on the right above the “beat frequency” label. The number below shows what’s playing
iOS: If you click on one of the buttons at the bottom of the screen, then the Binaural / Isochronic Frequency slider will be limited to that range. Otherwise, the slider operates across the entire range. You can also directly enter the frequency by tapping on the “Binaural” button.

Select a frequency that is best for your situation. Then, simply sit with your eyes closed and your headphones on, and let the program do the rest!

Frequency RangeFeelingSymptoms
Delta.1hz – 4hzSleepMakes you sleepy; good before bed with a timer
Theta4z – 7hzRelaxationRelaxes you after a long day. Lower frequencies make you drowsy
Alpha7hz – 13hzCreativityGood for writer’s block or problem solving
Beta13hz – 30hzFocusThis is where your brain normally operates. Higher frequencies make you more anxious
Gamma30hz – 60hzSuperpowers*Frequencies of zen masters transcending the physical plane or connecting to the universal mind
*This statement has not been scientifically proven; results may vary

Carrier Frequency

This is the frequency of the “root” tone.
Android: Simply type in the carrier frequency into the text box on the left.
iOS: As you slide the slider up, you’ll notice that the pitch increases. Slide it down, and it decreases. Click on “Carrier” to directly enter the frequency.Scientific studies have shown that the lower frequencies are more effective for brainwave entrainment, so you might want to stick to those. For brain wave entrainment, the exact frequency you choose is not as important, but some schools of sound healing say that the carrier frequency has its own healing effects. There are less scientific studies to explore this, and the knowledge is mostly esoteric, but if you set intentions when setting the frequencies, it will definitely help!Here are some examples of common carrier frequencies:
Solfeggio Tones
Solfeggio FrequencyChakraUses
63Hz  
174Hz  
285Hz Quantum Cognition
396HzRoot/UTReleasing emotional patterns; Liberating guilt and fear
417HzSacral/REBreaking up crystallized emotional patterns; Transmutation; Undoing situations and facilitating change; Situation Reversal
528HzSolar Plexus/MILove Frequency, DNA Integrity and repair
639HzHeart/FAWhole brain quadrant, Interconnectedness, Connecting Relationships
741HzThroat/SOLIntuitive states & non-linear knowing, Awakening Intuition
852Hz3rd Eye/LAPure Love, Unconditional Love, Returning to spiritual order
963HzCrownNuminous Accord
1074Hz
1185Hz
Tuning Fork Tones
FrequencyChakraToneUses
172.06CrownPlatonic Yearsupports cheerfulness and clarity of spirit
221.23BrowVenusBalance between intellect and intuition
141.27ThroatMercurysupports intelligent communication
136.10HeartEarth’s Yearrelaxing, soothing, balancing
126.22Solar PlexusSunadvances the feeling of centering of the magic
210.42NavelSynodic Moonsupports erotic communication
194.18RootEarth’s DayDynamic, vitalizing
A=432Hz Tones
FrequencyChakraMusical NoteUses
216/432/864CrownAresonates with 8hz, approx Shumann Resonance
144/288/576Third EyeDPolarity
192/384/768ThroatG
128/256/512HeartC128 Resonates with the Inner Ear, 256 Resonates with Human Voice and is Odu Ifa’s Frequency; 512 = green ray light frequency
182/364/728Solar PlexusF#
303/606/1212SacralEb
228/456/912RootBb
Those are some common tones used. This website has a big list of carrier frequencies that you might also want to explore.

And, that’s really all there is to it. Now, go create your own binaural beats!

Presets (android and web only)

The iOS version requires you to select the frequencies to play (use the tables above to learn more), but android includes includes a series of buttons at the bottom of the screen, which are pre-programmed with specific tonal frequencies. You can click on one of the designated buttons and the tones will pre-populate and begin playing. Here are the presets, for reference. You can use these frequencies in the iOS app by directly typing them in.
PresetCarrierBeat
Focus26314
Creativity18010.6
Relaxation136.16
Sleep141.273.4
Chanting4324.5
Intuition211.445.5
Astral Travel1406.3
Healing1508.0
Alpha306.99.3
Intelligence49213.0
Euphoria210.4220.0
 

Chakra Cleanse – Tuning Fork
PresetCarrierBeat
Crown172.0615
3rd Eye221.2313
Throat141.2712
Heart136.106.15
Solar Plexus126.2210
Navel210.429
Root194.187.83
 
Chakra Cleanse – Solfeggio
Crown96315
3rd Eye85213
Throat74112
Heart6396.15
Solar Plexus52810
Navel4179
Root3967.83

References

Here’s an overview of binaural beats I presented at a workshop once.
Other references:
[1] Foster, Dale S. EEG and subjective correlates of alpha frequency binaural beats stimulation combined with alpha biofeedback. Diss. Memphis State University, 1990.
[2] Oster, Gerald. “Auditory beats in the brain.” Scientific American 229.4 (1973): 94-102.
[3] Huang, Tina L., Christine Charyton. “A comprehensive review of the psychological effects of brainwave entrainment.” Altern Ther Health Med 14.5 (2008): 38-50.
[4] Padmanabhan, R., Hildreth, A. J. and Laws, D. (2005), A prospective, randomised, controlled study examining binaural beat audio and pre-operative anxiety in patients undergoing general anaesthesia for day case surgery. Anaesthesia, 60: 874–877.
[5] Use of binaural beat tapes for treatment of anxiety: a pilot study of tape preference and outcomes. Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine (2001, 7(1):58-63)
[6] Binaural Auditory Beats Affect Vigilance Performance and Mood: Physiology & Behavior Volume 63, Issue 2, January 1998, Pages 249–252
[7] Siever, D. (2000).  The rediscovery of audio-visual entrainment technology.
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Binaural Beats Web App

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General Presets

Chakra Presets

Tuning Fork
Solfeggio