Audio levels for web

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May 17, 2017
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Is there an industry standard for audio levels in web videos? Any preferences or opinions on -6dB with peaks to -3dB range vs. -12dB with peaks to -9dB?

I know this is a tough topic, thank you in advance for your input!

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excited_Genie16B8

Legend

I think -6 is way too loud. -12 is a reasonable level.

shooternz

Legend

Any preferences or opinions on -6dB with peaks to -3dB range vs. -12dB with peaks to -9dB?

I prefer both options (or thereabouts) and I think both are safe.

The higher output I use for music video or more dynamic visual pieces. The lower for more restrained pieces such as an interview.

Thing is I use compression and dynamics for punch as well as the level.

Hope this helps in this mine field.

premieregal

Community Expert

Hi Debbie - The audio level industry standard for web video is between -6dB and -12dB.

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Meg The Dog

Inspiring

Can you please link to where this is specification is established as a standard, and what orginization is the standard setter for web audio specifications?

thanks

MtD