Normalize Audio for Apple Music
Apple Music normalizes all audio to -16 LUFS before it reaches listeners. If your track is louder than -16 LUFS, the platform turns it down. If it's quieter, it may be turned up. LoudFix measures your audio using the same ITU-R BS.1770-4 algorithm and applies a linear gain adjustment to hit the target exactly — no compression, no dynamic range loss.
Apple Music Audio Requirements
| Target LUFS | True Peak | Normalization | Rec. Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| -16 LUFS | -1 dBTP | Up & Down | FLAC 24-bit |
How to Normalize Audio for Apple Music
- 01
Upload your audio
Drop your WAV, MP3, FLAC, or other audio file onto LoudFix. Batch up to 15 files at once.
- 02
Select the Apple Music preset
Choose Apple Music from the platform list. LoudFix sets the -16 LUFS target and -1 dBTP true peak limit automatically.
- 03
Download and upload to Apple Music
Download the normalized file and upload it directly to Apple Music. No further volume adjustments will be applied.
When you upload audio to Apple Music, their loudness normalization system adjusts your track's volume before it reaches listeners. Preparing your audio to the -16 LUFS standard ensures your music, podcast, or video sounds exactly as you intended — no unexpected volume changes, no quality surprises after upload.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What LUFS does Apple Music use?
- Apple Music targets -16 LUFS integrated loudness with a -1 dBTP true peak limit, following the ITU-R BS.1770-4 standard.
- Will Apple Music change my audio's volume?
- Yes. Apple Music normalizes all tracks to -16 LUFS. Tracks louder than this are turned down; quieter tracks may be turned up depending on the platform.
- Does normalizing audio affect quality?
- LoudFix applies a linear gain adjustment only — no compression, no limiting. Your dynamic range is fully preserved. The only quality impact is if you choose a lossy output format like MP3 or AAC.
- Can I normalize multiple files at once?
- Yes. LoudFix supports up to 15 files in a single batch. Drop them all at once, select the Apple Music preset, and download all results.
- Is my audio uploaded to a server?
- No. LoudFix processes everything in your browser using WebAssembly (FFmpeg). Your files never leave your device.