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Wylie Williams wrote:
I have recently seen references to loudness compensation which started me
thinking about its potential benefits, and I am seeking feedback from any
members of the high end newsgroup who have experience on whether it is
worthwhile. I haven't had a preamp with loudness compensation for years,
but if you believe the Fletcher-Munsen study results it should be necessary
for correct tonal balance at lower listening levels.

Lexicon preamp/processors know the output level (0dBFS = 105dB SPL on all
properly calibrated THX processors set to 0dB of attenuation, and the volume
controls are calibrated in dB) and use this to implement a level dependant
loudness control using the Fletcher-Munson curves.

It doesn't sound bad like simpler loudness controls, although with it is
unnatural hearing things that "should" be below your threshold of hearing.
Definately OK if you want to hear the standup/electric bass or movie effects
while people are sleeping, but not really appropriate for more serious
listening.

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