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

33 min•29 april 2026

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

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