Quick answer: Binaural Beats are an auditory response to specific sound waves capable of changing the brain’s dominant frequency.

Long answer: Binaural beats are unique "auditory artifacts" that are "heard" only in the brain. Binaural beats alter the dominant brainwave frequency of the mind in a process researchers call "frequency follows response." By altering one's brainwave frequencies, one may effectively go into alpha, theta, beta, gamma or delta states. Each brain state has been associated with a different state of consciousness; for example, generally the alpha state is associated with relaxation and calmness, and the delta state is associated with healing deep sleep.

What if my binaural beats don’t work?

It is impossible for the beats not to work. Binaural beats are produced when two tones of slightly different frequencies are played separately in each ear. When the brain comes into contact with two slightly different tones, a binaural beat is produced that is the average and difference between the two original tones. This binaural beat is what alters the brainwave frequencies, allowing the brain to experience new states. Of course, you must be wearing headphones so each ear hears a different tone. This is why we stand so firmly behind our 100% guarantee.

How can I tell that the binaural beats are working?

You’ll start to feel the effects immediately. Once your brainwaves start to change, physiological responses in your body will follow.

How long until binaural beats start making a difference in my life?

Everybody is different, but if you listen to the beats consistently, over a period of four weeks, your brain will be able to reach the states you’ve been aiming for on its own. During these four weeks, you will start to see a positive change, most likely a decrease in stress levels, which results in better sleep, ability to focus better and ultimately you will notice that your highs and lows are lessened and your life comes into balance.

What is the effect of the beats?

Our superior quality binaural beats are effective in helping you accomplish your goals by changing the predominant brain wave frequency in a process called brain wave entrainment. By changing the predominant brain wave frequency one may feel any number of effects including:

Stress reduction
Sleepiness
Change in consciousness
Feeling of "oneness"
Detached awareness
An improvement in health
Increased memory functioning
Increased focus
Increased creativity
Increased intuition

All of these benefits contribute to a longer, healthier life.

I already meditate. Why do I need binaural beats?

Binaural beats can be very helpful in achieving deep meditative states. Researchers have found that long time meditators (over 40 years) go into a theta or delta brainwave pattern when meditating. Binaural beats help you get into these brain states quickly and effectively.

Think of binaural beats as one tool in your meditation toolbox. You can meditate while listening to binaural beats, allowing you to go into a deeper meditative state more quickly.  You can’t become dependant on binaural beats because they are anti-habit forming. As you use them, you train your brain to develop new neuro-connections. When these connections become strong and permanent, you don't need to use binaural beats to achieve the same functioning of the mind.

How are Binaural Beats made?

Binaural beats are produced when two tones of slightly different frequencies are played separately in each ear. When the brain comes into contact with two slightly different tones, a binaural beat is produced that is the average and difference between the two original tones. For example, a 100 Hz tone and a 110 Hz tone will form a 105 Hz tone pulsating 10 times per second. One may effectively "hear" a binaural beat, with the aid of stereo headphones, by playing two similar tones in each ear. By altering the tone in each ear a new binaural beat may be heard.


Technical Questions and Problems

What format are the Binaural Beats in?

All our Binaural Beats are in 256k MP3 format to keep the highest quality possible.

You need a program to unzip the file. We recommend WinRar which you can download easily on numerous free program download websites. Simply download and install the program, then click the downloaded recording. You can then drag it to your desktop.

If you are using iTunes simply create a new playlist. Drop your recording into the playlist and click the burn button on the bottom right of the screen. Consult iTunes Help for more information.

How Do I Put My New Binaural Beat On My iPod?

Simply Drag Your binaural beat to your iTunes Library or correct playlist and connect your iPod. iTunes should do the rest. Consult iTunes Help for more information.

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