[Scott Dorsey]

In article , Randy Yates wrote:
(Scott Dorsey) writes:
[...]
I just want to reiterate this again. Unless it is built to a known spec,
unless it says "LUFS" on the averaging digital meter, or "VU" on the
averaging analogue meter, then it's not a real measurement, it is only
usable for qualitative estimation, and it is not to be counted on.

That's a pretty sad state of affairs for pro audio, don't you think
Scott?

Not really, since people very seldom really need to know average levels
these days. What is important in the digital world are peak levels and
perceived loudness... and dBFS takes care of the first one nicely.

If you really need to know average levels for some reason, you can buy
calibrated meters from Dorrough or RTW which follow the ITU standard.
--scott

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