The Mastering Show #108 - Why I was wrong about Loudness Range

About this episode

In this episode, Ian discusses his change of perspective on the usefulness of Loudness Range in mastering.

I used to say that the Loudness Range (LRA) measurement wasn't really useful when mastering - but recently I changed my mind. In this episode I explain why , and how loudness range is actually something you might want to pay attention to, as well. Topics include: What is the Loudness Range ? How is it different to Dynamic Range ? What even IS Dynamic Range, anyway ? Why did I say that LRA wasn't helpful ? How I changed my mind, and why How LRA could be useful for you Links and more episodes here: www.themasteringshow.com/episode-108 Mentioned in this episode: Tools For Ian's mastering plugins, click HERE Learn to master ! Click HERE to see Ian's courses and mastering resources Leapwing Find out more about Leapwing's plugins

People in this episode

Host: Ian

Topics covered

• Loudness Range
• Dynamic Range
• Mastering
• Audio Engineering
• Music Production

Keywords

• Loudness Range
• Dynamic Range
• Mastering
• Audio Engineering
• Music Production
• Plugins
• Courses

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Leapwing

Products: Ian's mastering plugins

Books & works: The Mastering Show

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