What Is My Voice Type?
Enter your lowest and highest comfortable notes, or sing into your microphone. We'll tell you your voice type and show you famous singers who share it.
How to Interpret Your Voice Type Results
Your voice type result is a starting point for understanding your instrument. Here's what each classification means for your singing.
Your Range Is a Baseline
Your measured range shows what you can produce right now. With training, most singers can expand their comfortable range by 2-4 semitones per year. Don't treat your current range as a permanent limit.
Tessitura Matters More
Where your voice sounds best (tessitura) is more important than your extreme notes. Two singers with the same range may have different voice types based on where their voice is most resonant and comfortable.
Overlap Between Types Is Normal
Many singers have ranges that span two voice types. If your result is borderline, consider your tonal quality (bright = higher type, dark = lower type) and where your voice feels most at ease.
Choose Songs in Your Range
Once you know your voice type, look for songs that sit comfortably in your range. Browse our singer database to find artists with similar ranges and start with their songs.
Don't Force Extreme Notes
Testing your extremes is useful for measurement, but daily singing should focus on your comfortable range. Straining for extreme high or low notes regularly can lead to vocal fatigue and potential damage.
Retest Periodically
Your voice changes with practice, health, and age. Retake this test every few months to track your progress. You may find your range expanding as you develop better breath support and technique.
The Six Standard Voice Types
The standard vocal classification system divides voices into six main types. Learn more about each type on our complete voice types guide.
Soprano
C4 – C6
The highest female voice. Bright, soaring tones that carry the melody in choral music.
Notable: Mariah Carey, Ariana Grande, Christina Aguilera
Mezzo-Soprano
A3 – A5
The most common female voice. Warm, rich, and versatile across registers.
Notable: Adele, Beyonce, Whitney Houston
Alto / Contralto
F3 – F5
The lowest female voice. Deep, resonant, and powerful with a dark tonal quality.
Notable: Amy Winehouse, Nina Simone, Etta James
Tenor
C3 – C5
The highest male chest voice. Bright, ringing, and agile with powerful high notes.
Notable: Freddie Mercury, Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson
Baritone
G2 – G4
The most common male voice. Rich, warm, and versatile in the middle range.
Notable: Elvis Presley, John Legend, Frank Sinatra
Bass
E2 – E4
The lowest male voice. Deep, powerful, and resonant with heavy dark tones.
Notable: Barry White, Paul Robeson, Tim Storms
Two Ways to Find Your Voice Type
Enter Notes Manually
If you already know your lowest and highest notes (from a piano app, vocal coach, or previous test), simply select them from the dropdown menus above. The tool will instantly calculate your voice type and show you matching singers.
Best for: singers who know their range, quick checks, noisy environments.
Use Your Microphone
Click the microphone button and sing from your lowest to highest note. The tool will track your pitch in real-time and automatically detect your range. Audio processing happens entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
Best for: singers who don't know their range, real-time feedback.
How Your Voice Type Affects Song Choice
Knowing your voice type transforms how you choose songs. Instead of guessing, you can select repertoire that naturally fits your instrument.
Match the Singer"s Type
Look for songs sung by artists with your voice type. If you"re a mezzo-soprano, songs by Adele or Lady Gaga will likely fit better than songs by Mariah Carey (soprano) or Amy Winehouse (contralto).
Transpose When Needed
You can sing most songs regardless of your voice type by transposing (changing the key). If a tenor song is too high for a baritone, move it down a few semitones until it fits comfortably.
Focus on Tessitura
The most important factor is where the majority of the song sits. Even if the highest and lowest notes fit your range, a song that constantly sits near your boundaries will be uncomfortable to sing.
Genre Matters
Different genres favor different voice types. Rock often suits tenors and baritones. Jazz and soul highlight contraltos and basses. Pop is flexible across all voice types. Explore the genres that historically feature your type.
Build From Your Strengths
Start with songs that sit squarely in your comfortable range. As you develop confidence and technique, gradually expand to songs that challenge the edges of your range.
Consult the Database
Browse our singer database filtered by voice type. Looking at artists with your same classification gives you a ready-made song list to explore.
Vocal Development Tips by Voice Type
Each voice type benefits from different training focuses. Here are key areas to develop based on your classification.
Soprano
Focus on strengthening your head voice and developing control in your upper register. Practice piano (soft) singing to build dynamic control. Work on blending chest and head voice for a seamless transition.
Mezzo-Soprano
Develop both your lower and upper registers equally. Mezzos benefit from versatility — practice songs that use your full range. Focus on smoothing the passaggio between chest and head voice.
Alto / Contralto
Embrace your unique deep tone. Work on resonance and projection in your lower register. Practice extending your upper range gently through mixed voice exercises. Don"t try to sound like a soprano.
Tenor
Build a strong mixed voice to handle high notes without strain. Avoid pushing chest voice too high. Practice falsetto to head voice transitions. Breath support is critical for sustaining high notes.
Baritone
Develop your upper register to access tenor-like range. Many pop baritones sing higher than classical baritones. Work on maintaining a rich tone as you ascend. Your middle register is your strength.
Bass
Focus on resonance and power in your lower register. Practice long, sustained low notes with full breath support. Work on articulation clarity in your lowest range where words can become muddy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What determines my voice type?
Voice type is determined by three main factors: your vocal range (lowest to highest note), your tessitura (where your voice sounds most comfortable), and your timbre (tonal quality). Range is the starting point, but a vocal coach can help with the full classification by also assessing your passaggio (transition points) and vocal weight.
Can my voice type change over time?
Your voice type is largely fixed by your vocal anatomy (vocal fold length and thickness), but your usable range can expand with training. Young voices may mature and settle into their true type during the 20s and 30s. With age, the voice may gradually shift lower as vocal folds lose some elasticity.
Why does my range span two voice types?
Many singers have ranges that overlap two categories. Voice type depends more on where your voice sounds best (tessitura) and your tonal weight, not just the extreme notes you can reach. If you're borderline, consider which voice type's characteristic sound matches your natural tone better. See our voice types guide for details.
Is this test accurate?
This tool provides an educational estimate based on your range. A professional vocal assessment also considers timbre, passaggio points, and vocal weight. Use this as a starting point for understanding your voice, not as a final diagnosis. For definitive classification, consult a qualified vocal coach.
What is the most common voice type?
Among women, mezzo-soprano is the most common voice type. Among men, baritone is the most common. This means if you're unsure of your type, there's a good chance you fall into one of these two categories. The rarest voice types are true contralto (lowest female) and true bass (lowest male).
How do I find songs that fit my voice type?
Start by browsing our famous singers database to find artists with a similar voice type and range. Their songs are likely to sit well in your range. You can also transpose songs up or down to fit your voice — most digital music players allow key changes.
What's the difference between voice type and vocal range?
Vocal range is simply the span of notes you can sing, measured from lowest to highest. Voice type is a broader classification that includes your range plus tessitura (where your voice sounds best), timbre (tonal quality), and vocal weight. Two singers can have the same range but different voice types.
Can I extend my vocal range?
Yes, most singers can safely expand their range through consistent practice. Techniques like lip trills, sirens, and targeted scales help extend both upper and lower boundaries. Most singers gain 2-4 semitones per year of dedicated training. Take our vocal range test periodically to track your progress.