Glossary Definition for A-Weighting

Definition

A-weighting is a standard weighting curve applied to audio measurements, designed to reflect the response of the human ear.

Sound-pressure levels derived using A-weighting are denoted by "dBA," or A-weighted dB levels.

Synonyms

• dBA
• A-weighted dB levels

Keywords

a-weighting, weighting, passband, filter

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