Noise Generator

Build Custom Noise Curves for Match EQ

First, instead of starting with random noise, Noise Generator lets you build the reference before the EQ. Also, as a custom noise generator, it gives producers, engineers and sound designers more control over the spectral blueprint of their sound.

Next, choose a frequency grid, and then set the slope between each anchor point. As a result, the tool creates a custom noise reference that follows your intended tonal direction.

Create White, Pink, Brown, Blue and Violet Noise Shapes

For example, you can create flat white noise, balanced pink noise, deep brown noise, brighter blue noise, violet noise or a custom curve. In addition, octave-based frequency grids help you shape important frequency zones with more intention.

Because the curve is designed before export, the final noise file becomes a clear target for mixing, mastering or sound design. Also, as a result, you can test different spectral shapes without rebuilding the same EQ moves.

Analyze References and Export Your Target Curve

Next, analyze a reference track, and then let the tool import its spectral shape into the anchor grid. After that, refine the slopes and export the result as a usable audio file.

Finally, drop the custom noise reference into your Match EQ workflow, and then turn your designed curve into the target. Overall, this is a faster way to define the behavior of your sound before the mix starts fighting back.

Noise Profile Resources

To start, these resources explain how common noise colors work, and therefore they can help you design better custom curves. Additionally, they show why white, pink, brown, blue, violet and grey noise behave differently across the frequency spectrum.

Learn About Noise Colors

First, review this overview of noise colors on Wikipedia, because it explains how different noise profiles are grouped by spectral shape. In addition, it gives you one place to compare white, pink, brown, blue, violet and grey noise.

Common Noise Profiles

Next, compare white noise, pink noise and brown noise, because each profile uses a different spectral balance. Also, as a result, you can better decide which curve fits your Match EQ reference.

Finally, explore blue noise, violet noise and grey noise, since they emphasize brightness and perceived loudness in different ways. Therefore, these references can help you build more intentional noise shapes for mixing, mastering and sound design.