For the Love of Music: Loudness Normalization

Wild theories about level normalization "destroying sound" continue to reappear, as if decades of loudness normalization efforts have been for nothing. This article hopes to set the facts straight regarding loudness concepts, standards, and implementation. Loudness normalization not only tremendously improves the listening experience for consumers, but it is also an element in control of sound exposure and prevention of hearing loss.

In 2016, Audified introduced its MixChecker Pro mix-assisting plug-in which was able generate emulations of classic reference studio monitors as well as consumer loudspeakers in order to check how a production would translate in different environments. Now the Czech company announced availability of MixChecker Pro, advancing the solution further with a whole host of new features, including the ability to simulate acoustical surroundings and whole range of new categorized devices.

Marshall Electronics announced the release of a new multi-channel digital audio monitor for NAB 2018 (Las Vegas, April 9-12), the Marshall AR-DM61-BT. Packed into a sleek 1 RU design, the Marshall AR-DM61-BT allows users to monitor up to 64 channels of audio vertically, or two detailed audio channels horizontally, and also includes a live video confidence monitor. It also is equipped with two powerful stereo speakers that feature a max volume of 100 dB.