“Loudness War” (The Battle for Volume)
Written by giux |
Published on Apr 11, 2025 |
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The Loudness War is the trend of compressing audio to make it sound louder, which began in the 1990s. It reduces dynamic range, compromising sound quality. Today, streaming platforms and vinyl are bringing renewed attention to dynamics. Software such as Audacity can measure crest factor, a useful metric for assessing compression in digital tracks.