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Why Windows Got Rid of Startup Sounds

Twenty Thousand Hertz

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The Start Up Sound in Windows 11

The sound wasn't actually designed by matthew, who moved on to other projects before windows 11 was released. Instead, it was created by composer f boe with help from josh kane and savoy schuler. It was meant to represent a small idea blooming into something greater. And in 20 21, this sound was heard by millions of people around the world when they booted up windows 11 for the first time.

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