Acoustic Saturation

Acoustic saturation occurs when an audio system or microphone receives a sound signal that is too loud, causing the system to reach its maximum limit. Beyond this point, it cannot accurately capture or reproduce the sound, leading to distortion or a loss of quality. Think of it like trying to turn up a volume knob too high—eventually, the sound becomes muffled or blurry. This phenomenon is important to consider in audio recording and sound engineering because it can degrade the clarity of the audio and impact overall sound performance. Proper level management prevents acoustic saturation.