Night Ocean
Waves arriving and leaving, slow as breathing.
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Ceiling Fan
A ceiling fan turning slowly above the bed.
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Ceiling Fan
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What it sounds like
A slow, soft sweep of air from above. The blades turn without much noise, so the sound is more of a gentle breathing than a roar, with a light motor tone behind it. It is airy and low in volume, and it stays the same at every moment. If you listen closely there is a faint cycle, but it is smooth, not a beat.
When it helps
A familiar bedtime sound for many people, especially in warm places and warm months. It suits anyone who likes the feel of a room with moving air. People play it for long nights, for naps, and for quiet evenings with the lights down. It also takes the edge off small night sounds from the house.
What to pair it with
Slow ocean waves are a natural partner, since both move in a wide, unhurried way. A little brown noise lends a heavier base. If you want the room to feel like a summer evening, add a distant night chorus under the fan. A soft pair leaves the blades as the main layer.
Goes well with
Press play on one to layer it under Ceiling Fan.
Brown noise
A deep, even rush, like a far-off waterfall.
Night Air Bed
Still night air through an open window, calm and wide.
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