Alternatives
- Peak amplitude is not a reliable indicator of loudness, so consequently peak normalization does not offer reliable normalization of perceived loudness. RMS normalization is a little more accurate, but care must be taken not to introduce clipping, either by guaranteeing appropriate headroom or by using hard or soft limiting. (ReplayGain itself is an elaboration on RMS normalization.)
- With audio level compression, volume may be altered on the fly on playback, but the dynamic range will be compressed. Although this is beneficial in keeping volume constant at all times, it is not always desirable.
- Sound Check is a proprietary Apple Inc. technology similar in function to ReplayGain. It is available in iTunes and on the iPod.
- Standard measurement algorithms for broadcast loudness monitoring applications have recently been developed by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU-R BS.1770) and the European Broadcasting Union (R128).
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