Pitch direction

Hear two tones. Is the second higher, lower or the same?

Different tones are 5, 7 or 12 semitones apart.

Compare pitch, not loudness. Listen to both tones before choosing; replay as often as you need. Note names appear only after your answer. Sound is required.

Hear two tones. Is the second higher, lower or the same?

This practice requires sound. Test it before starting.

Use a comfortable volume. Sound plays only when you press Play.

How does the second tone compare with the first?

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How it works

Compare pitch, not loudness. Listen to both tones before choosing; replay as often as you need. Note names appear only after your answer. Sound is required.

Notes use C D E F G A B. ♯ raises a note one semitone; ♭ lowers it one.

Use a comfortable volume. Sound plays only when you press Play.

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