Bronchial lung sounds: over the large airways in the anterior chest near the second and third intercostal spaces.The different types of lung sounds can be heard best in the following locations: Vesicular lung sounds: soft, blowing, or rustling.Bronchovesicular lung sounds: softer than bronchial sounds with a tubular quality.Tracheal lung sounds: harsh, like air in a pipe.Bronchial lung sounds: loud and high-pitched.Students: Educators’ Pro Tips for Tough Topics.