Focus sounds and background noise
Focus sounds are steady, low-key backgrounds – brown, pink or green noise, rain, a fan or café ambience – that soften distractions while you work. Some people with ringing in their ears (tinnitus) also like gentle background sound. It is not a treatment; if your ears ring, please speak to a GP or audiologist.
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Sounds people use for focus
- Brown and deep brown noise – a low rumble that softens office and street noise.
- Pink and green noise – soft, balanced and natural-sounding.
- Rain, a fan or an air purifier – steady sounds with no tune to follow.
- Café and library ambience – for people who work better with a little life around them.
Tips
- Keep it quiet – just loud enough to take the edge off distractions.
- Use the timer for focus blocks and take regular breaks.
- Steady sounds are easier on sensitive ears than sounds with sudden changes. We avoid whine, rattle and sudden pitch changes in all our recordings.
A note on tinnitus
We are a dad and daughter making relaxing sounds, not clinicians, and we make no medical claims. Some people say quiet background sound makes ringing ears feel less noticeable, especially at night. If you have tinnitus or any change in your hearing, please talk to your GP, an audiologist or (in the US) your doctor. See also brown vs pink vs white noise.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best background noise for concentration?
It varies. Many people like brown or pink noise; others prefer rain, a fan or café sounds. Try a few at a low volume.
Can these sounds help with tinnitus?
We can’t make medical claims. Some people find gentle background sound comforting, but please speak to a GP or audiologist about tinnitus.
Do I need headphones?
No. The sounds work through your phone speaker or any speaker, and keep playing with the screen off.
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