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Low-pass filter
A low-pass filter allows lower frequencies through while reducing higher frequencies.
Also called: LPF, High-cut filter
Level relevance: introduced at Higher; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
Low-pass filters can darken a sound, remove hiss, or create a filtered effect. The cut-off frequency determines where high-frequency reduction begins.
Topics
FilteringEQMixing
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.