Soundproofing

Soundproofing glossary definition of Sound pressure level (SPL)

Sound pressure level (SPL) :

Given in decibels (dB) is an expression of loudness or volume. A 10 dB increase in SPL represents a doubling in volume. Live orchestral music reaches brief peaks in the 105 dB range and live rock easily goes over 120 dB.



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