How to Listen
A practical guide to getting the most from REIDOS frequency sessions. Setup, headphones, session length, and daily protocols.
The basics before you press play
Headphones are strongly recommended
Binaural beats require stereo separation — each ear needs to receive a different frequency. Any stereo headphones work, including basic earbuds. For overnight use, consider flat sleep headphones.
Volume: low to moderate
These aren't meant to be loud. Set the volume at a comfortable background level — you should be able to hear the tones clearly without them dominating your awareness. Too loud is counterproductive.
Minimise interruptions
Turn off notifications. Put your phone on do-not-disturb if you're using it to play the session. A single notification chime at the wrong moment can pull you out of a deep state.
Get comfortable
Lie down for sleep and healing sessions. Sit upright for focus sessions. For visionary and meditation sessions, whatever position lets you stay still without fidgeting.
Match the frequency to the state you need
Delta sessions (0.5 – 4 Hz)
Use at bedtime or for naps. Lie down, eyes closed, headphones on. Let the session run as long as you need — many are designed for overnight use. Don't fight sleep.
SMR, Beta, Gamma (12 – 40 Hz)
Use while working, studying, or doing creative tasks. Eyes open, at your desk. These are designed to support active cognition, not relaxation. Fine for exercise too.
Alpha & Theta Healing (4 – 10 Hz)
Use during breaks, after stressful events, or as a daily regulation practice. Lie down or recline. 20 minutes is enough for a noticeable shift. Eyes closed preferred.
Deep Theta (3 – 6 Hz)
Use for meditation, inner exploration, or creative insight. Quiet environment, eyes closed, minimal sensory input. Be patient — the deeper states can take 10–15 minutes to arrive.
How long should you listen?
20 minutes is the minimum effective dose for most people. The brain needs time to synchronise with the target frequency — the first 5–10 minutes are the entrainment ramp, and the real work begins after that.
1 hour is the standard session length for most REIDOS tracks. Long enough for the entrainment to deepen and stabilise. Ideal for focused work or dedicated meditation.
4–12 hours is for overnight use. Sleep sessions are designed to run while you rest. The architecture evolves slowly, supporting different sleep stages throughout the night.
Start with 20-minute sessions. If you're new, don't jump straight into 8-hour overnight protocols. Build the habit with shorter sessions first, then extend naturally as you get comfortable with the practice.
Consistency beats intensity
The compounding effect of daily listening is significant. Many listeners report that the practice feels deeper and more effective after 2–6 weeks of regular use. Your brain learns to drop into the target state faster with repeated exposure.
A simple daily protocol might look like this:
Morning
20-minute focus or alpha session while you start work. Sets a calm-alert baseline for the day.
Midday Reset
20-minute nervous system reset if stress is building. A vagus nerve or alpha session during a break.
Evening / Overnight
Sleep session at bedtime. Let it run. The delta architecture does the work while you rest.
What to avoid
Volume too high. Louder doesn't mean stronger. The entrainment effect works at any comfortable volume. Excessive volume can cause fatigue and headaches.
Switching sessions mid-stream. Jumping between a sleep track and a focus track in the same sitting confuses the nervous system. Pick one state and commit for the full session.
Expecting instant results. Some people feel a shift in the first session. Others need a week of daily practice before they notice anything. Both are normal. The brain isn't a light switch.
Listening to theta or delta sessions while driving. Never. Those frequencies pull the brain toward drowsy or deeply relaxed states. Save them for when you're safe and still.
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