Changes

Many meters provide two sets of data simultaneously - the current volume, and the maximum volume encountered over a larger time-frame, or the <u>peak</u>. Both provide relevant data - the peaks indicate whether you have and can expect to hit clipping levels, even if only momentarily, while the current volume gives an idea of how loud the instrument is in general. You may use the volume fader to avoid clipping, but then find that your current volume is too low, indicating a need to apply some compression.