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MP3Gain

MP3Gain analyzes and adjusts mp3 files so that they have the same volume. The program does not just do peak normalization, as many normalizers do, but instead attempts statistical analysis to deter ...

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Jul 02, 2007
For version:
1.25

Now we're rock'in !

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

When I rip radio streams, sometimes the decibel level isn't the same for every song. Just place the mp3's into this program, set your desired db level, and press go. No more fiddling with the volume control. Thanks a mill! BTW...If you get a "MSCOMCTL.OCX" error when installing, just be sure and get the "Full" version (about 2 mb's).

Review by: leucippus (13)
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Feb 05, 2007
For version:
1.25

Works well most of the time

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 4
Value: 5
Overall:

I have been using this one for a couple of years now, it works well and works well with huge batch jobs, accept once in a while there will be an mp3 that it cannot work with for some reason. Also, I have noticed it sometimes leaves small "blips" in the resulting normalized audio file. Slightly destructive but good as long as you do not run it on the same file multiple times. My preference is to use the real time normalizer in my jukebox pc's sound card, it is basically a software compression unit.

Review by: pcs800 (191)
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Feb 18, 2006
For version:
1.25

Wow! unbelieveable, get it now!

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

It was a breeze to install. Very simple to use. I had one issue I was unclear on and the Author, Mr. Glen Sawyer returned my email within minutes and straightened the problem out. I am using DB Poweramp (The Best) and some files were loud and some faint, (a common download issue/different bitrates, etc..) but with this and a test of over forty songs, I can assure you that this program keeps ALL songs at the perfect volume or can be modified individually, great when you have certain songs that just have to be rockin' loud! Absolutely beautiful and WELL worth a donation. I don't normally give good reviews, as you can see from viewing my review history, but this product just warrants it. Get it now! You won't regret it!

Review by: tomcat (17)
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Jan 08, 2006
For version:
1.25

Excellent software !

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

After trying out so many normalizers, I had to finally settle with this. No much difference while compared with others but I noticed that this works very fast with a large list of files which I often work with !! Great App

Review by: Pramod (2)
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Sep 26, 2005
For version:
1.25

Can't beat it!

Interface: 3
Features: 3
Ease of use: 4
Value: 5
Overall:

What can be said about MP3gain? Alot! It's Fast, easy, small in stature, and efficient. Oh, did I forget good quality? It is in my opinion the best stand alone normalizer I've found. Should be sold, but I'm glad it's free!!! :o)

Review by: Bighugs (6)
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Jul 15, 2005
For version:
1.23

High quality, effective and simple!

Interface: 3
Features: 4
Ease of use: 4
Value: 5
Overall:

It does what is says. It is reversible without loss, and the effect is worth the extra step in managing your music files.

Review by: goldeng8 (5)
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Jun 06, 2005
For version:
1.23

It doesnt get any better than this

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

I have used this awesome application for a pretty long time and its always done a very nice job. What I like about it is not only the speed but the ability to undo what youve done. I use it before every burn just to be sure all my mp3s are at the same volume. Very nice.

Review by: Aqua32 (6)
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Dec 13, 2004
For version:
1.23

Simple and effective

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

Nice graphic interface, works well, and the price is definitely right. What's really nice about this software is the ability to change either the volumes of either each individual track or all the tracks from one album together (to retain intended volume differences). It does take some time for the program to scan the files, but the new version saves its scan results so files can be changed (and un-changed) multiple times easily. And the results are well worth it!

Review by: Calla_ (2)
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Oct 29, 2004
For version:
1.23

Music tools ... mp3gain:

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

Excellent Program .. One of the tools you keep because it works and does what it is supposed to. Not only that, but it does it correctly. Just try this and you'll see for yourself. It takes a while to do a bunch of files but the good results are worth waiting for! Grab this one .. it's a very nice freebie!

Review by: TideWalker (25)
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Oct 10, 2004
For version:
1.23

It works! easy, and free!

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

Very easy, the help is good anyway. Great for equalizing track volumes you may want in a playlist, even better if you plan to burn them to CD, which is my main use. Takes a while, but much easier than any other method. VERY important, it doesn't lose ANY sound quality, so you can change levels as many times as you like until you're happy. Anyway, I'm happy!

Review by: mikesantana (35)
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Aug 21, 2004
For version:
1.23

It simply works!

Interface: 5
Features: 5
Ease of use: 5
Value: 5
Overall:

Extremely easy to use utility that does exactly what it claims. There are four easy steps: Select the files or folders to be normalized; analyze the files; set the level desired; and process the files. Now all your music is adjusted to the same volume level.... no more cranking the volume control up and down when you're listening to your tunes. MP3Gain: Get it, use it, you'll love it! - - - Nytryder

Review by: nytryder
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Jul 18, 2004
For version:
1.23

Small and usefull

Interface: 4
Features: 5
Ease of use: 4
Value: 5
Overall:

Takes a while to execute the standardization of the volume for an entire directory but well worth it.

Review by: MMV99_Montreal (4)
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