Loudness Target Calculator — Platform LUFS Levels
Calculate target LUFS levels for different platforms including Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music and broadcast.
Target platform for your audio
Affects loudness range recommendation
Integrated loudness of your master
Maximum true peak level of your master
How We Calculate This
Loudness Normalisation
Streaming platforms measure your track loudness in LUFS (Loudness Units Full Scale) and adjust playback volume to match their target level.
Gain Change
Gain change = Platform target LUFS - Your current LUFS
A negative gain change means the platform will turn your track down. Check that your true peak remains below the platform limit after this adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Last updated: March 2026
All calculations are estimates based on standard formulas. Always verify results for critical applications.