Vocal Range Finder

Discover your voice type and singing range

Select Your Voice Category (Optional)

How It Works

Find Your Lowest Note

Sing or hum as low as you comfortably can

Find Your Highest Note

Sing as high as you can (falsetto counts!)

Get Your Results

See your vocal range and voice type classification

Voice Type Reference

Male Voices

Female Voices

Vocal Range Finder (Online)

Discover Your Singing Voice and Voice Type Accurately

The Vocal Range Finder is an online vocal range test designed to help singers, both beginners and professionals, determine their full vocal range, discover their voice type (Soprano, Mezzo, Alto, Tenor, Baritone, Bass), and track singing progress. This browser-based tool uses your device’s microphone for real-time pitch detection, giving accurate results without downloads or installations.

🎤 How the Vocal Range Test Works

The Vocal Range Finder uses frequency analysis to detect the pitch of the notes you sing. The tool captures sound via your microphone, converts the audio into frequency values (Hz), and identifies the lowest and highest notes you can sing comfortably. It also tracks falsetto, vocal fry, and transition points between vocal registers.

Technical Process

Microphone Input: Captures live audio from your device (desktop, laptop, or mobile).
Frequency Detection: Converts the sound waves into precise Hz measurements.
Pitch Matching: Determines the nearest musical note and octave.
Range Calculation: Finds your lowest and highest notes to define your full and practical vocal range.
Voice Type Estimation: Uses tessitura and comfortable range to suggest your voice classification.

Supported Voice Types & Registers

Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto, Contralto
Tenor, Baritone, Bass, Bass-Baritone
Lyric and Dramatic Variations: Lyric Soprano, Spinto Soprano, Dramatic Mezzo, Lyric Tenor, etc.
Vocal Registers: Chest voice, Head voice, Mixed voice, Falsetto, Vocal fry

Understanding Your Vocal Range

What is Vocal Range?

Your vocal range is the span between the lowest and highest notes you can sing comfortably. It's typically measured in octaves and is used to classify your voice type.

Voice Type Classifications

Female Voice Types

Soprano: C4 to C6 (highest female voice)
Mezzo-Soprano: A3 to A5 (middle female voice)
Contralto/Alto: F3 to F5 (lowest female voice)

Male Voice Types

Tenor: C3 to C5 (highest male voice)
Baritone: A2 to A4 (middle male voice)
Bass: E2 to E4 (lowest male voice)

Tips for Accurate Results

Warm up your voice before testing
Don't strain - only sing notes that are comfortable
Use a sustained "ah" or "ee" sound for clearest detection
Test in a quiet environment
Your range may expand with proper vocal training

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use the Vocal Range Finder

Allow microphone access when prompted by your browser.
Sit comfortably and warm up your voice lightly before starting.
Sing a clear sustained note, starting from your lowest note.
Continue singing ascending notes until you reach your highest comfortable pitch.
Optionally include falsetto or vocal fry to measure extended range.
View your results: lowest note, highest note, full range, practical range, and suggested voice type.

Vocal Warm-Ups & Health Tips

Humming scales to gently warm the vocal cords.
Lip trills and sirens for smooth register transitions.
Breath control exercises to support longer phrases.
Hydration and proper rest to avoid strain and fatigue.
Gradual warm-up before singing higher or lower notes.

Accuracy & Limitations

Dependent on microphone quality and device hardware.
Background noise may reduce detection accuracy.
Results are influenced by vocal technique and warm-up status.
Best performed in a quiet environment with sustained notes.

Real-World Use Cases

Track vocal progress over time.
Determine voice type for choir or band auditions.
Find suitable songs for your vocal range.
Prepare for singing lessons or recording sessions.
Test vocal range for different genres (pop, classical, musical theatre, opera).

Vocal Range Finder vs Manual Methods

Unlike manual pitch testing or piano-assisted methods, this online tool provides real-time analysis, detects extended registers, and calculates both full and practical range automatically. While a vocal coach can offer personalized feedback, this tool is ideal for quick assessment and tracking progress at home.

Privacy & Microphone Usage

Microphone access is required only during active testing.
No audio is recorded or stored.
All processing occurs in real-time on your device or browser.

Frequently Asked Questions

The average untrained singer has a range of about 1.5 to 2 octaves. Trained singers typically have 2 to 3 octaves. Professional singers can have 4+ octave ranges. A 2-octave range is normal for most songs.

With proper vocal training and exercises, most people can expand their range by several notes. Focus on breath control, vocal exercises, and gradual stretching. Never strain notes that cause pain.

Your "full voice" or "modal voice" range is used for voice classification. Including falsetto/head voice shows total range for song selection and versatility.

Knowing your voice type helps choose songs, find suitable vocal exercises, and understand your voice's natural strengths. Important for choir or band settings.

Sing slowly from your lowest to highest notes, only including pitches you can sustain comfortably. The Vocal Range Finder measures this automatically.

No special equipment is needed. A working microphone on your device is sufficient. Laptop, desktop, or mobile browsers are supported.

Perform gentle humming, lip trills, sirens, and breath control exercises for 5–10 minutes. Hydrate and avoid overstraining.

Yes. Repeated testing over time tracks improvements in range, register transitions, and pitch accuracy.

Yes. The Vocal Range Finder measures your range for pop, classical, musical theatre, opera, and more.

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