VU meter

American  

noun

1. a meter used with sound-reproducing or recording equipment that indicates average sound levels.

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Example Sentences

In recording studio terms, one would say that the needle on the emotional VU meter is pegged to the right, in the red; the volume is turned way up here, even when the performance itself is whispery and crafted to sound casual.

From Los Angeles Times

But throughout “Seven Worlds” there are scenes that trip the déjà vu meter.

From New York Times

The $70 CT200 skips those features but adds treble and bass dials and a VU meter, which looks cooler and thus commands a higher price.

From The Verge

Treble and bass controls let you tweak the tube-enhanced sound just so, and watching the needle of the VU meter dance as you kick back just adds to the retro charm.

From The Wall Street Journal

The needle of the déjà vu meter is pegged deep into the red zone in "Safe House."

From Seattle Times