๐ŸงตThe End of the Loudness War? ๐Ÿ”Š๐Ÿ”‡ The "Loudness War" has dominated the music ...

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... industry, prioritizing loudness over dynamic range and sound quality since the late 20th century.



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Producers learned that louder tracks performed better on the radio, leading to aggressive dynamic compression that sacrificed nuance and emotional depth.

Genres like rock and classical, known for their rich dynamics, suffered the most, resulting in flattened sound.

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Fortunately, services like Spotify, Apple Music and others now normalize volume levels, signaling a potential end to this trend. Mastering engineers and artists are advocating for a return to greater dynamic range, aiming to deliver richer, more emotive experiences.

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