1---
2title: Exponential Ramps for Natural Decay
3impact: MEDIUM
4impactDescription: Linear ramps for decay produce abrupt, unnatural cutoffs; exponential ramps match perceptual expectations.
5tags: easing, decay, audio, animation
6---
7 
8## Exponential Ramps for Natural Decay
9 
10Use exponential ramps, not linear, for natural decay.
11 
12**Incorrect (linear ramp):**
13 
14```ts
15gain.gain.linearRampToValueAtTime(0, t + 0.05);
16```
17 
18**Correct (exponential ramp):**
19 
20```ts
21gain.gain.exponentialRampToValueAtTime(0.001, t + 0.05);
22```
23