A balanced, softer noise with progressively less energy at higher frequencies.
Equal power per octave
Pink noise distributes equal average power across each octave, with energy decreasing as frequency rises.
Softer than white noise
Its reduced high-frequency energy gives pink noise a rounder, less hiss-forward character than white noise.
A natural comparison
Steady rainfall, wind through leaves, and distant moving water are often used as loose comparisons for its balanced sound.
A gentle sound bed
Listeners often choose pink noise when they want a continuous background that feels less bright than white noise.
Use a comfortable device volume. Stop if listening feels uncomfortable.