highrange

Highrange is a term used to describe the upper portion of a range or spectrum. It is not a fixed technical term with a universal definition; its precise meaning depends on the context in which it is used. The concept is often contrasted with other portions of a range, such as midrange and low range or bass, and the boundaries between them can vary by discipline.

In music, the high range refers to the upper register of a voice or instrument. It encompasses the highest notes a performer can sing or play, and it is closely related to timbre, technique, and physical capability. The term is commonly used when discussing vocal classification, instrument capabilities, or expressive range, and it is often balanced against the midrange and low range to describe overall tessitura and performance demands.

In audio engineering and loudspeaker design, the high range denotes the higher frequencies of the audible spectrum. Systems may separate high range (treble) from midrange and low range (bass), with dedicated high-frequency drivers such as tweeters handling these tones. The performance of the high range is influenced by crossover design, enclosure acoustics, and room reflections, all of which affect perceived brightness and clarity.

In measurement and instrumentation, high range can describe the upper end of a calibration or measurement scale or the upper bound of a device’s dynamic range or sensitivity. The term is also used commercially, in branding or marketing, to imply enhanced upper-end performance.

See also: midrange, treble, high-frequency, dynamic range.