Auphonic: Mastering audio to -16 LUFS for YouTube

AAuphonic Try it →Watch full video →Serge Morgotch · May 2025

Demo summary

The creator configures the master audio algorithm in Auphonic, setting the loudness target to -16 LUFS and selecting the adaptive leveler before starting the production.

Step-by-step

Select the Adaptive Leveler to correct level differences between tracks
Enable the Adaptive Noise Gate
Set the Loudness Target to -16 LUFS
Set the Normalization Method to Program Loudness
Click Start Production to master the audio

Options

Turn on Cross-gate if you have multiple speakers
Use specific specs instead of the default leveler if editing for broadcast

Tips

Use the default leveler setting unless you have specific broadcast requirements
Set loudness to -16 LUFS for a perfect level on YouTube and other online platforms

Highlights

“negative 16 LUFS is a perfect level for YouTube, and other online platforms”

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