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How loud should your master be? Shoot for about -23 LUFS for a mix, or -6db on an analog meter. For mastering, -14 LUFS is the best level for streaming, as it will fit the loudness targets for the majority of streaming sources. With these targets, you're good to go!
- Is dB good for mastering?
- What dB should my mix be after mastering?
- What dB should you audio level be at?
Is dB good for mastering?
Most mastering engineers recommend having the loudest part of a mix at –5 dB from absolute '0' dBFS. This means you should have the loudest section of the mix 5 dB lower before the peak level of '0'. It is recommended to not go over '0' dBFS on the master fader or individual tracks in the mix.
What dB should my mix be after mastering?
After mastering, your dynamic range should be between 10dB and 16dB. So when mixing, focus on getting the best clarity, with a large dynamic range. A mastering compressor will decrease your dynamic range, so compensating for this during mixing is a good idea.
What dB should you audio level be at?
Ideal Audio Levels
The overall audio level should be in the -12 to -6dB (decibel) range, especially during dialogue. The audio meter will turn yellow in this range. Some parts of the audio will be louder or quieter than this, but the goal is that the majority of the audio settle into the above range.
