Binaural beats (or binaural tones or binaural shift) are auditory processing artifacts, or apparent sounds, the perception of which arises in the brain for specific physical stimuli. This effect was discovered in 1839 by Heinrich Wilhelm Dove.
The brain produces a phenomenon resulting in low-frequency pulsations in the loudness and sound localization of a perceived sound when two tones at slightly different frequencies are presented separately, one to each of a subject's ears, using stereo headphones. A beating tone will be perceived, as if the two tones mixed naturally, out of the brain. The frequency of the tones must be below about 1,000 to 1,500 hertz for the beating to be heard. The difference between the two frequencies must be small (below about 30 Hz) for the effect to occur; otherwise, the two tones will be heard separately and no beat will be perceived.
Understanding the Wellness Benefits of Binaural Beats
According to scientific studies, once binaural beats introduce a new frequency, our brain waves tend to sync with it. Brain waves are created by synchronized electrical impulses from hordes of neurons communicating with each other. Brain waves are measured in Hertz, cycles per second. There are 5 brain waves states, which are:
Delta (0.50 to 4 Hz)
Loud and slow, delta brain waves are generated during dreamless sleep and relaxation. This state stimulates healing and regeneration. And this is why deep, restorative sleep is such an integral part of the healing process.
Theta (4 to 8 Hz)
Theta brain waves are strongly detectable during REM sleep; when we’re dreaming vividly. Research shows a positive relationship with learning, creativity, and intuition. In theta, our senses withdraw from the external world and focus on signals coming from within, which can help us achieve the famous state of “flow”. Theta brain waves are also present during deep.
Alpha (8 to 13 Hz)
The first to be discovered, alpha brain waves are faster and more dominant during quietly flowing thoughts. They can also be present in some states of meditation. Overall, alpha brain waves aid relaxation, positive thinking, and fast learning.
Beta (13 to 32 Hz)
Beta brain waves dominate our normal state of consciousness. They are present whenever we are attentive, alert, and engaged in decision-making or mental activity.
Gamma (32 to 100 Hz)
The fastest of the lot, gamma brain waves promote heightened perception, learning, and problem-solving. Interestingly, gamma brainwaves are stronger and more regular in long-term meditators.
How to make binaural Beats in Logic Pro X
As I ran a test from this video, I realized it did not go into detail on how to export (or "bounce") the output, this can be found here:
First Test of a Theta Binaural Beat with 7Hz Delta
With a first test out of the way, it was time for the next layer of fun, I went to search for what else could be done apart from the integrated oscillator in Logic Pro X. So I found a video from Lady Audio on how to add in some changing temperaments.
Test with Added Video, 7Hz delta Theta Binaural Beat
ES2 Synthesizer on Logic Pro X
With a test out of the way, it is time for lesson 2: Enter the ES2 Synthesizer
Logic Pro X ES2 Synth Oscillator Waveforms
After some working with ES2 Synth, this proved to be a bit more difficult than I had in mind. I took a step back and started to look at templates to get a sense of how this worked exactly. I have always been more of a kinesthetic learner, so this seemed like a good approach.
Templates and Loops in Logic Pro X
After some searching, [and likely way too much searching for a free option ;) ] I came across a template for the following music by Jon Brooks on Etsy.
The Template is available here for about $17:
Of course, as I loaded it, I did not have many of the required plugins to use it. I did not know this and messaged Jon, who helped me explain this. While I looked to find trials or alternates to the plugins he used, I started to work on a mix using apple loops and, well, just "got started'
After a fun time of mixing and matching different sounds, this was the output, I called it Calming Beach Music.
And with some more mixing and greater focus on the Brazil sounds
How to Create Ambient Chill Music in Logic Pro X - 444Hz Design
Getting back to some more technical music. Lets look at making ambient chill music, specifically starting with the 444 Hz ambient
From the Artist: Huge 1.5 Hour Ambient Tutorial where I tell all my secrets on this cool and spiritual genre! Go into lots of details on how to create and design an Ambient Chill song. The methods for composing an arrangement for this type of genre. How we take advantage of the science of 444 Hz / 528 Hz C tuning, and use Logic's Sculpture Synth to create drone sounds. Also, show how to use s nice reverb plugin to to create an ethereal atmospheric realm of ambient lushness. I also touch on concepts about ASMR and Binaural Sounds and how it affects the human spirit.
Download Template here: https://logicprohacks.com/product/my-...
Plugin Required: https://plugins4free.com/plugin/584/
More simple walkthrough using the Vital VST Plugin
Download Plugin here: https://vital.audio/
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