The Taos Hum

Overview

Persistent, low-frequency hum reported by residents of Taos, New Mexico, and surrounding areas. Inaudible to most, but a source of distress for those who hear it.

Investigation

Numerous scientific investigations have failed to identify a conventional source. Theories range from geological phenomena, industrial noise, to mass psychogenic illness.

Why it matters

A modern auditory mystery, highlighting the subjective nature of perception and the challenges of investigating phenomena that defy easy explanation.