[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Audio

bass response

How well a speaker or headphone reproduces low frequencies.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Bass response describes how strongly a device reproduces low frequencies. Small drivers and poor seals reduce bass, so tuning compensates.

See bass.

Where bass response Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is bass response?

How well a speaker or headphone reproduces low frequencies.

What terms are related to bass response?

Related Audio terms include audio quality, balanced driver.

Related Technical Terms

audio quality
How good audio sounds, set by codecs, bitrate, and hardware. Audio
balanced driver
A headphone driver that uses a balanced armature for precise mids and highs. Audio
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