LUFS Gain Calculator
Find the gain you need to hit a target. Use this as a starting point then check true peak.
LUFS Gain Calculator
How to Use This Calculator
- 1Measure your current integrated LUFS using a loudness meter
- 2Select your target platform or enter a custom value
- 3Apply the suggested gain change to your audio
- 4Check that true peak stays at or below -1 dBTP
Common Platform Targets
YouTube
-14 LUFS integrated loudness
Spotify Podcasts
-16 LUFS integrated loudness
Apple Podcasts
-18 LUFS integrated loudness
Broadcast TV
-23 LUFS (ATSC A/85)
Pitfalls to Avoid
- •Ignoring true peak can cause distortion on playback
- •Not considering the dynamic range of your content
- •Over-compression reduces audio quality and engagement
- •Using consumer meters instead of broadcast-compliant tools
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