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Maximum SPL

The highest sound-pressure level a microphone or device is specified to handle within stated distortion criteria.

Also known as: maximum sound pressure level

Reviewed

Setup

  • Compare the actual source and placement to the test condition and engage pads only when needed.

Venue contexts

  • Theatre, concerts, festivals, broadcast, and corporate events, as applicable

Signal flow

  • Confirm the source, patch, transport, control, and destination for the system involved.

In practice

Compare the actual source and placement to the test condition and engage pads only when needed.

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