Posted by Wayne Parham on October 06, 2003 at 15:45:11

In Reply to: THD woofer measurement-what mic posted by toxicport.e on October 06, 2003 at 04:42:29:

I have one of those Radio Shack meters, and while many people describe tweaks to improve them, I've just never been comfortable that they could be trusted for anything but rough measurements.

I'm of the opinion that a measurement isn't valid unless the equipment is calibrated. Certainly, one has to work within their budget and you can make do with some limitations. Still, when accuracy is required, then the quality of measurement equipment is important.

So I dunno. If you're looking to get a rough idea of SPL, then one of these meters is probably OK. And you can compare two sound levels with it. But I don't think even an improved model is something I'd want to count on provide really accurate information.

• error on ur site - toxicport.e 12:50:10 10/08/03 (1)
  • Fixed! - Wayne Parham 14:40:48 10/08/03 (0)