Levels, dynamics & loudness · Working
EBU R 128
Also called: R128
ELI5
A European broadcast recommendation for measuring and controlling programme loudness.
Used in conversation
“The broadcast mix needs to comply with EBU R 128.”
Definition
A European Broadcasting Union loudness recommendation for broadcast and related delivery.
Here “EBU R 128” means: A European Broadcasting Union loudness recommendation for broadcast and related delivery.
Pitch context
You may encounter “EBU R 128” in sound, music & voice conversations or materials.
Why it matters: Explains dialogue, effects, atmosphere, music, voice and the technical work of making them intelligible.
Sources & evidence · 4
Supporting source families. This entry is an editorial synthesis rather than a quotation from one canonical glossary.
- European Broadcasting Union — EBU R 128 Loudness Normalisation and Permitted Maximum Level of Audio SignalsSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- Dolby — Dolby Atmos Content CreationSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- World Wide Web Consortium — Making Audio and Video Media AccessibleSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- Netflix — Partner Help Center Delivery SpecificationsSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-14