How to Calculate LUFS: Loudness, Gain, and True Peak Explained

LUFS measures perceived program loudness, while true peak estimates the highest reconstructed signal level. This guide explains how to calculate loudness adjustments, predict true peak, preserve headroom, and work with common streaming, podcast, and broadcast targets. What Does LUFS Measure? LUFS measures program loudness relative to digital full scale. It is designed to provide a … Read more

How to Calculate Audio File Size: Bitrate, Duration, and PCM Formulas

Audio file size depends on bitrate and duration for compressed formats, or sample rate, bit depth, channels, and duration for uncompressed PCM audio. This guide explains each formula with practical examples for podcasts, music, audiobooks, WAV files, and storage planning. Audio File Size Formulas at a Glance Audio file size depends on whether the audio … Read more