Definition of K-system
The K-system is an audio level measuring technique proposed by mastering engineer Bob Katz in the paper "An integrated approach to Metering, Monitoring and Levelling". It proposes a studio monitor calibration system and a set of meter ballistics to help engineers produce consistent sounding music while preserving appropriate dynamic range.
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Further reading
- Noise in Hydraulic Systems · Wikibooks: Acoustics
- Characterizing Damped Mechanical Systems · Wikibooks: Engineering Acoustics
- Forced Oscillations(Simple Spring-Mass System) · Wikibooks: Engineering Acoustics
- Forced Oscillations (Simple Spring-Mass System) · Wikibooks: Engineering Acoustics
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What is K-system?
The K-system is an audio level measuring technique proposed by mastering engineer Bob Katz in the paper "An integrated approach to Metering, Monitoring and Levelling".
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- Wikipedia: K-system – CC BY-SA 4.0
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