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Inspiring
February 1, 2026
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how to set the audio at -3db

  • February 1, 2026
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Hello,

I would like to set the audio of my video at -3db, ie : I would like that the audio could go up to -3 db (for the peaks), without exceeding -3 db.

What is the best Premiere Pro tool to use in order to do it ?

    Correct answer Averdahl

    I always use the Audio Mixer and apply the Hard Limiter to the Mix track and set the Maximum Amplitude to -3 and set the Input Boost to 0.

     

    Now the audio never exceeds -3 dB. :)

     

     

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    Averdahl
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    AverdahlCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    February 1, 2026

    I always use the Audio Mixer and apply the Hard Limiter to the Mix track and set the Maximum Amplitude to -3 and set the Input Boost to 0.

     

    Now the audio never exceeds -3 dB. :)

     

     

    Inspiring
    February 1, 2026

    Why this choice of input boost at 0 db ?