What is EBU R128 and why does it matter?

EBU R128 is the European Broadcasting Union standard for loudness measurement and normalization. It defines a target loudness of -23 LUFS (Loudness Units relative to Full Scale) and limits true peak to -1 dBTP. Most streaming platforms use variations of this standard (YouTube targets -14 LUFS, Spotify -14 LUFS, Apple Music -16 LUFS). Normalizing to these standards ensures your content sounds right on every platform.

What are the right levels for podcasts vs YouTube?

Podcasts: -16 LUFS (Apple Podcasts standard) to -14 LUFS (Spotify). YouTube: -14 LUFS (YouTube normalizes to this). Broadcast TV: -23 LUFS (EBU R128). Music streaming: -14 LUFS (Spotify, Apple Music). The tool uses -14 LUFS as a default since it works well for most online content.

Will normalization cause clipping or distortion?

The EBU R128 loudnorm filter includes a true peak limiter that prevents clipping. It analyzes the audio in two passes — first measuring loudness, then applying gain while ensuring peaks never exceed the safe threshold (-1 dBTP). This means your audio gets louder or quieter as needed without ever distorting.

Audio Normalizer

Automatically adjust audio levels to a consistent volume. Uses EBU R128 loudness normalization — perfect for podcasts, YouTube videos, and professional content.

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How to Use — Audio Normalizer

Upload your video or audio

Drag and drop any video or audio file (MP4, WebM, MOV, MP3, WAV). The file stays local — nothing leaves your device.

Choose target loudness

Select YouTube (-14 LUFS), Podcast (-16 LUFS), or Broadcast (-23 LUFS). The default works for most online content.

Normalize and download

Click "Normalize Audio" to apply EBU R128 loudness normalization with true peak limiting. Download when done.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is loudness normalization?

It adjusts perceived volume to a consistent level using psychoacoustic models — not just peak levels. Prevents quiet dialogue followed by blasting music.

What is EBU R128?

The European Broadcasting Union standard for loudness. Targets -23 LUFS with -1 dBTP peak limit. YouTube uses -14 LUFS, Spotify -14 LUFS, Apple Podcasts -16 LUFS.

Podcast vs YouTube levels?

Podcasts: -16 LUFS (Apple standard). YouTube: -14 LUFS. Broadcast TV: -23 LUFS. Music streaming: -14 LUFS. The default -14 LUFS works for most online content.

Will it cause clipping?

No. The loudnorm filter includes a true peak limiter. It measures first, then applies gain while keeping peaks under -1 dBTP. Your audio adjusts without distortion.