Discover the Enigmatic Secret of a Sound Audible to Only a Small Percentage as Demonstrated by a Man

Some people swear they can hear a low, humming sound that nobody else seems to notice, and it has turned into one of the weirdest “how is this real?” mysteries on Earth.

It is not even a fair fight, because only an estimated two to four percent of people can hear it at all. Reports stretch across the US, Australia, the UK, and beyond, with sightings going back to the 1970s, and maybe earlier, which makes it feel less like a local prank and more like a global glitch. Then there is the Taos version, where musician and acoustic scientist Benn Jordan pointed to the 1990s, when about 11 percent of the town supposedly heard it, pushing some residents to move out.

Now the question is, what could possibly be loud enough to scatter a town, but invisible to most of the world?

Deciphering 'The Hum': The Unexplained Phenomenon

Researchers have delved into various theories in an attempt to unravel the mystery behind 'The Hum,' ranging from environmental factors to psychological perceptions. Despite numerous investigations, the elusive source of this enigmatic noise continues to evade scientific explanation.

That is when the “The Hum” stories stop being spooky anecdotes and start looking like a pattern, even if the source still refuses to show up.</p>

The Mysterious Sound Only Few Can Hear

Well, not heard by everyone, because only an estimated two to four percent of people can actually hear it in the first place.

The phenomenon has been reported across the world and dates back to as early as the 1970s, possibly earlier, and has been heard in countries across the world including the US, Australia and the UK.

Mysterious Origin of the Weird and Dull Hum

But what is it?

While there have been many theories, none have so far proven to be conclusive and able to explain why the phenomenon can be heard all over the world.

In Taos, Benn Jordan watched the numbers climb and the rumors multiply, and that is when people started treating the sound like a problem you could actually escape.</p>

The Taos Hum: Benn Jordan's Acoustic Theory

Musician and acoustic scientist Benn Jordan made a YouTube video reflecting on it, even offering up a theory and recreating it on a smaller scale.

Jordan explained that in the town of Taos in New Mexico in the 1990s, an estimated 11 percent of the population heard the hum, making it more famous than it had been previously.

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Mysterious Sound Forces Residents to Move Out

Some residents allegedly found the sound so flustering that they chose to move out as a result.

Jordan noted that conspiracy theories would quickly follow as a result of the reinvigorated fascination of the phenomenon and ultimately reinforce a concerning truth, that we don’t exactly know what is causing it. But the musician has a theory which he thinks is pretty solid.

The move-outs are what really complicate it, because they suggest the hum was not just annoying, it was flustering enough to change lives.</p>

High Pressure Natural Gas Pipelines: Key Insights

He said: “Here is my big theory: high pressure natural gas pipelines are packed with as much as 1,500 pounds per square inch of internal pressure.

“The gas travels long distances through these pipelines using pressure differentials between compressor stations.

Centrifugal Pressure Effects on Pipeline and Cooling Requirements

“This pressure is typically spinning around the edges away from the centre, not only could that centrifugal pressure oscillate the pipe itself but it heats up the molecules so much that coolers are needed down stream from the compressors.”

Jordan then proceeded to conduct an experiment of how this would work, using a Rijke tube and it is easy to see why some of his viewers think Jordan has cracked the enigma.

But if you don’t like Jordan’s theory, you could just conclude it is aliens and call it a day.

And then Jordan drops his theory about high-pressure natural gas pipelines, with internal pressure so intense it could be the missing piece, if it holds up.</p>

Unveiling Sound: Metal Screens Demonstrate Temperature Effects

He explained by heating up some metal screens within the pipe, he is able to show what sound is made when you ‘drastically change’ the temperature and pressure differential inside of a pipe.

Loe and behold, the pipe began making an eerie sounding hum and Jordan asked how much louder the sound would be if it was to scale.

The exploration of 'The Hum' underscores the intricate relationship between sound perception and mental health. This enigmatic sound phenomenon, which resonates with only a select few, invites a deeper understanding of its impact on those who hear it and the communities they inhabit. The article suggests that as we delve further into the mysteries of such elusive sounds, it is essential to develop strategies that enhance mental well-being.

Raising public awareness and creating community support initiatives are vital for helping individuals cope with their experiences related to 'The Hum.' Such efforts can foster resilience and promote a sense of understanding, ultimately aiding those who feel isolated by this auditory enigma.

If the hum is tied to pressure in those pipelines, Benn Jordan might be hearing the truth while everyone else is left wondering what they missed.

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