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Brightness

A clear or bright quality related to the distribution of highs and upper mids.

What does it mean?

Brightness is not one universal frequency measurement. It can be achieved without excessive Presence; too much high-frequency energy can emphasize fizz and noise.

ExampleCompare EQ at similar levels to distinguish clarity from harshness.

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