Glossary
a-weighted
In equipment that tests sound pressure levels, employing a curve that allows the device to measure sound in a way that is similar to how we hear at moderate sound pressure levels. (See also c-weighted).


“You know, it’s fine to have the tools to do it, but if you make stuff that sounds like it was generated by a computer, that has the heart and soul of a 68040 chip or something—who wants that?”- Wendy Carlos
In equipment that tests sound pressure levels, employing a curve that allows the device to measure sound in a way that is similar to how we hear at moderate sound pressure levels. (See also c-weighted).