Understanding LUFS and Audio Mastering
Vois TeamTLDR:LUFS measures perceived loudness. Target -14 LUFS for YouTube/Spotify, -16 LUFS for Apple Podcasts, -18 to -23 LUFS for audiobooks. Use compression and limiting to achieve targets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What LUFS should I use for podcasts?
Spotify and YouTube target -14 LUFS. Apple Podcasts recommends -16 LUFS. Choose based on your primary platform, knowing most platforms normalize audio automatically.
What's the difference between LUFS and dB?
dB measures electrical signal level (peak loudness). LUFS measures perceived loudness over time, matching how human ears experience audio. LUFS is better for comparing how loud content actually sounds.
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