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Audio Leveling Calculator

Calculate LUFS target adjustments and limiter settings for podcasts.

Inputs

LUFS
LUFS
dBTP
dBTP

Results

Gain Adjustment

4 dB

Predicted Peak1 dBTP
Headroom-2 dB
Needs Limiter (1=Yes)1
Limiter Threshold-1.5 dBTP
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Measure your episode's integrated loudness using your DAW or a free tool like Loudness Penalty.
  2. Enter your Current Loudness in LUFS and your Target Loudness (-16 LUFS for most podcast platforms).
  3. Enter your Current True Peak level and set the True Peak Limit (-1 dBTP is the podcast standard).
  4. Review the Gain Adjustment — apply this value as gain in your DAW or export settings.
  5. If Needs Limiter shows 1, add a true peak limiter at the Limiter Threshold value before export.
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