Why 14 LUFS Doesnt Work And What To Do Instead

Download your Free EQ Cheat Sheet, Compression Cheat Sheet, Vocal Recording Guide at In today s video, I ll explain why the common advice, You should make your master measure 14 LUFS, is not only untrue, but actually really detrimental to your songs. First, I ll break down what LUFS are and why we use them in mastering. I ll also explore where the myth of aiming for 14 LUFS originated. More importantly, I ll reveal why adhering to this guideline is not only unnecessary, but also holds your masters back in two significant ways. Additionally, I ll share what you should do instead and provide tips on how to achieve better results with your masters when using LUFS.