Originally Posted By: Cork

John, I've wanted an excuse to buy an SPL, so this is interesting. But I don't follow your (implied) equation. Once I have a measurement, how do I equate a db level to how close I am to the receiver's max output?


Simple, once you drop the SPL meter in order to cover your ears with your hands, you're probably nearing the receiver's max output.

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