Test your vocal range
What is a vocal range
Your vocal range is the distance between the lowest and highest notes you can sing clearly. It shows how high or low your voice naturally goes. This is one of the main ways singers are grouped into voice types like bass, tenor, alto, or soprano. Everyone’s range is different, and learning yours can help you sing more comfortably and with more confidence.
Why you should know your vocal range
When you know your vocal range, you can choose songs that match your voice. This helps you sound better and keeps your voice healthy. Singing within your natural range can reduce strain and make it easier to stay on pitch. It’s also helpful for joining choirs, taking singing lessons, or learning how to use your voice more effectively.
Voice types and typical ranges
There are six main voice types, each with a different range. These types help singers find where their voice fits best. Below is a simple guide:
Here are the ranges of singers you'll know:
- Freddie Mercury was a tenor
- Adele is considered a mezzo-soprano
- Johnny Cash sang in the bass range
- Beyoncé is often classified as a soprano.
How the vocal range tool works
This tool uses your device’s microphone to listen to your voice in real time. You press and hold the buttons to sing your lowest and highest notes. The tool detects your pitch and calculates your full vocal range. It then compares your range to standard voice types and shows you where your voice fits. Everything runs directly in your browser. There’s nothing to download, and nothing is saved or recorded.
Tips for best results
For the most accurate results, make sure you're in a quiet room without background noise. Use headphones if you can, and warm up your voice with some light humming or simple scales. Don’t try to force your voice to go lower or higher than feels natural. Just sing clearly and steadily. If your result doesn’t feel right, you can always try again.
What to do with your vocal range
Once you know your range, you can use it to choose better songs and sing with more confidence. It also helps if you're auditioning, joining a choir, or working with a vocal coach. Knowing your range lets you work on improving your technique and expanding your range over time. You’ll also avoid straining your voice by singing in the wrong key.