How do I Master to -12dB RMS-Level

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I’ve been asked to supply some WAV’s “mastered to max. Peak-Level of -0.3 dB and -12dB RMS-Level”.

I understand the Peak Level, but am a bit unclear about the -12db RMS Level.

How should I setup Wavelab so that I know my client is getting what they want ?

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Interesting deliverable. Unless I’ve misunderstood something, the easiest way is refer to the VU meter for peaking RMS values while you’re working.

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Isn’t it average RMS that this client is after? Ask them what they actually mean…

Luck, Arjan

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Hello Paul & Arjan,

It’s -12db PEAK RMS, not Average (I just checked with them).

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Hello,

have a look at “Global Analysis” → “Loudness”.

Here you have the RMS Values, peak RMS as well as average RMS.

Hope this helps
Jean

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Hello, let the client send you a demo file, then have a a look at it.

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While I use SpectraFoo for critical analysis, I’ve found the TT Dynamic Range Meter to be a terrific tool that works within any DAW in an insert slot. Put it n the last slot of your master section and enjoy:
http://www.pleasurizemusic.com/es/es/download

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Thanks Daved, that does look good

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Apologies if this is a dumb question but isn’t that exactly what the VU Meter in WL’s metering function gives you?

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What the TT Dynamic Range Meter adds, is measuring not only RMS, but this in relation to a top 20 of peaks. This means that it also gives a reasonable dynamic range for audio that has peaks to, say, -7 dB - or any other arbitrary level not being 0 dBFS. And - it looks great! :slight_smile:

Luck, Arjan

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I think that perhaps one of the single most useful metering tools I have ever used is the wonderful PPMulator XL.
See http://products.zplane.de/index.php?page=ppmulatorxl

Try it - you’ll never look back!