* DO: Use softer, quieter timbres for low-priority sounds.
* DON'T: Don’t use loud, bright timbres for low-priority sounds.
* DO: Use bright timbres for important notifications. Brighter sounds feel louder, allowing the notification to be heard in busy environments.
* CAUTION: Use caution when playing muted timbres with notifications. Muted sounds feel quieter, making it hard to hear the notification in busy environments.

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There are many characteristics to consider when exploring different timbres. One aspect of timbre that can be styled to suit your user experience is brightness (the amount of high-frequency sound):

* Bright sound has more high-frequency content, giving it a louder presence.
* Muted sound has less high-frequency content, making its sound subtle and quieter, especially in noisy environments.

Each sound type is appropriate for different contexts. Brighter timbres feel more rich and playful. Muted timbres feel heavier and serious.

When choosing a product’s timbre, consider its audience and the context in which each sound plays.

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