Dynameter 2 is a dynamics meter plugin by MeterPlugs that shows short-term (PSR) and overall (PLR) dynamic values in realtime. It is aimed at producers who want to balance loudness with punch and dynamics.
Dynameter 2 is built around dynamics rather than loudness. Its PSR and PLR readings show how much your mix moves from second to second and across a whole track or album. Loudness normalization now applies on major streaming services, so the developer argues that dynamics are the element producers can still control. The plugin includes a 90-minute history with a zoomable timeline, several view modes, and platform-oriented PLR presets. It is designed for use on mixes and masters across the main DAW formats.
Dynameter 2 reports PSR, the peak to short-term loudness ratio, which reveals dynamics second by second. It also reports PLR, the peak to loudness ratio, for the overall dynamic range of a track or album.
A Peak-Aware display shows what is limiting your dynamics, and clip indicators mark exactly when peaks clip. A PSR Overview histogram gives a quick breakdown of how the material is distributed.
The plugin offers Classic, Stereo, Mid/Side and Multiband view modes, so you can check dynamics across the stereo field and frequency bands. The 90-minute PSR history has a zoomable timeline, which suits reviewing full albums or live sets.
Dynamic profile guidelines let you set a minimum PSR value using presets such as "Balanced" or "Wide". Platform PLR presets cover targets for Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music and more. The user interface is resizable and uses scalable vector graphics.
Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.
| Developer | MeterPlugs |
|---|---|
| Type | Plugin |
| Category | Metering |
| Formats | VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Option | Store link |
|---|---|
| Dynameter 2 Upgrade from Dynameter | Plugin Boutique ↗ |
Dynameter 2 is available in VST2, Audio Unit and AAX formats.
Dynameter 2 runs on Windows and macOS. The listed system requirements include macOS 10.7 or later (64-bit only, with Apple Silicon native support) and Windows XP SP3 or later (32- and 64-bit).
PSR, the peak to short-term loudness ratio, shows dynamics second by second. PLR, the peak to loudness ratio, measures the overall dynamic range of a track or album.
No. The developer describes Dynameter 2 as a dynamics meter designed to help you judge the impact and power of audio rather than its loudness level.
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