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Sound level meter
Reads sound pressure in the room, not a signal in a cable. It measures what the audience hears.
Product detailSKU #1273887987091
American Recorder TechnologiesSound Level Meter
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A handheld meter for measuring sound pressure level. Buy it to check stage or room volume against a number instead of a guess.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Setting stage volume to a venue's dB limit
- Checking room levels during PA setup
- Documenting noise levels for a venue or rehearsal space
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting to tune room acoustics or EQ by ear
- Players expecting an audio effect or signal processor
- Compliance work requiring a certified, calibrated instrument
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Handheld and self-contained
Walk the room and take readings at different positions. Nothing to patch into the console.
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Measurement tool, not audio gear
It never touches your signal path. Nothing plugs into it and nothing comes out of it.
Detail 04
$89.95
Priced above novelty meters and phone apps, below lab-grade certified units.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Where you stand and point it changes the reading significantly
- 02Check whether batteries are included before your first use
- 03Not a calibrated reference — treat readings as guidance, not legal proof
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this to set stage volume?
Yes. Take a reading at the mix position or wherever the venue specifies its limit, then adjust the PA until you are under it.
02Is this a pedal or effect?
No. It is a measurement tool. It reads sound pressure level in a room and does not process audio.
03Will it work for measuring neighbor noise complaints?
It will give you a number to work from, but it is not a certified instrument, so it will not carry weight as legal evidence.
04Does it need to be plugged into a mixer?
No. It measures sound in the air through its own microphone. There is nothing to connect to your audio system.
