Volume normalize a dff file?

[dtutt]

I was just checking to see if I can volume normalize a dff file. I could only see to do it with the normalize dsp but that requires converting it flac (or wav, etc...).
If I'm missing something please let me know.

Thanks,
Drew

[Spoon]

Re: Volume normalize a dff file?

There is nothing that can volume normalize a DFF file in place (that is change the audio signal).

[twie]

Re: Volume normalize a dff file?

My problem: A very big volume loss converting dff/dsf tracks to flac

I got a library of dff/dsf files but my DAC isn't able to play this audio formats. So, I converted them to flac files using dbpa.
My problem is a big volume loss if I compare the converted tracks (flac) with the original tracks in dff/dsf format (done on the same player of a friend). I really don't know, why a standard dbpa convertion brings me a so big loss of volume?

What I've done to avoid that?
-> I read here, that a gain of +6dB should be taken for dsf to flac convertion, but this isn't enough for my library.
-> I've activated the DSP effect 'Volume Normalize' with 'Fixed Amplification' and checked the volume with several amplify values.
Astonishingly, an amplify value of +12 dB produces nearly similar loud results compared to the original dff/dsf tracks. I have concerns to use a so high gain.

I think, my problem couldn't be caused by volume ID tags stored in the dsf file because dff files are affeted as well.

Could anybody give me a hint, how I have to use dbpa and avoiding this loss of volume?

[Spoon]

Re: Volume normalize a dff file?

Use the volume normalize DSP Effect whilst converting.