Dynamic Range Confusion - and what it means when buying music

[Rugby (aka Daniel or Big Dan)]

Different methodologies. The Dynamic Range Database uses a differing methodology (Crest) than does Roon (R128 standards). The two numbers do not correspond. There have been many threads about this, if you search the forum.

First, Read the Roon FAQ: https://kb.roonlabs.com/Dynamic_Range

Then, my very long post and the ensuing discussion:

Dynamic Range DR vs R128 DR

Actually, I disagree. The LU DR Roon chose to use does not provide me with what I am looking for; and that is, a quick and easy way to check the relative compression between differing masterings. It doesn’t have to be perfect, but I know, if I see a 7 on the crest DR that the mastering it is going to be compressed. The Roon LU DR does not provide this. Take this for example. Betty Who Album Roon LU DR of 7, and a creast DR of 6. The album is good but a modern compressed mess. Chicago …