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Cut-off frequency
Cut-off frequency is the point where a filter begins to reduce part of the signal.
Also called: Filter cutoff
Level relevance: introduced at Higher; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
In a low-pass filter, frequencies above the cut-off are reduced. In a high-pass filter, frequencies below the cut-off are reduced. Moving the cut-off can shape tone or create movement in a sound.
Topics
FilteringEQSynthesis
Curriculum statusofficial concept
Review statusdraft
Sources
- Higher Music Technology course specification, May 2023, version 3.0 · accessed 2026-07-08
Used for Higher technology skills, technology concepts, and music concepts.