With a calibration DVD and sound level meter in hand, you can play a test pattern and set levels for your speakers. It also is a good idea to set all treble and bass controls to 0 as well. Set your ...

Sound is pressure — the louder the sound, the greater the pressure. The greater the pressure, the more damage it can do to your ears. If you’re in a noisy environment, it’s important to know how ...

Sound-level meter apps available for smart phones "can have a tremendous and far-reaching impact in the area of noise control," says the CDC. Do you have a favorite sound? Is it the sweet laughter of ...