RMS meters for mastering ?

For the guys here doing their mastering, I got a really dumb question. Do you guys care about RMS level when mastering ? If yes, what maximum RMS level would you let a mix reach, if the peak meter is under 0 ?

really depends on the material. on this machine, the reaper rms meter is set so that -14db rms (i think? it's whatever is the default) shows up at the same level as 0 on the peak meter. i feel like that's a pretty good target - still plenty loud but not squished to hell.

Excellent advice from Bob Katz: The second one specifically addresses your question about RMS.

REAPER's master mix meters are fully configurable. FWIW, working at 24/44 I keep mine configured to K-20 (Bob Katz), whether I am tracking, mixing or psuedo mastering. You can find all you need to setup REAPER for K-metering here: PS: Be sure to have a sound level meter handy to truly setup your monitoring system correctly. I use an inexpensive one from Radio Shack: Cheers, Billy Buck

I have been using this:

never mind.. found "the catch" ;) I have no problem donating just hate being lured in on every website that links to it saying "it's free!" when it is clearly not.. oh well, active member, here I come!

I think mine is set to zero out at -12 RMS on the Master meter, and I'm fairly happy with it.

yes that is shady indeed. I shall not become an active member. :( .t

Wow, very nice answers here, will read all that and practice ! Thanks a lot

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