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Audio normalization crushes loud sounds to match quiet ones

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To prevent listeners from going deaf, streaming platforms use strict limiters. If a booming drum hit exceeds the threshold, the processor aggressively pushes the volume down in real-time, effectively squashing the dynamic range. It ensures every track sounds equally mediocre and safe for your delicate ears.

Audio normalization crushes loud sounds to match quiet ones
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