SmarterNoise Pro vs Song Meter Touch

SmarterNoise Pro is the most advanced edition of the SmarterNoise recording sound level meters. SmarterNoise Pro edition is developed especially with more advanced measurements in mind, and includes many requested features such as a frequency spectrum display, export of measurement data, A-, C- or no weighting for sound level measurement, and full screen audio mode. SmarterNoise Pro edition does not contain any advertising, and performs accurately and fast. Features: • Sound level measurement in video mode • Sound level measurement in audio mode • Sound meter snapshot camera • Record video and audio files (paid function) • Recording timer • Sound level activated audio recording • Frequency spectrum display (paid function) • Peak frequency detection • A-, C- or no frequency weighting • Export of measurement data in CSV format • Full HD (paid function), HD and VGA video resolution • Three video quality settings • Archive for saved files • Sharing of saved files • Calibration • Save location of measurement (optional) • Time and date • Continuous Leq, LAeq, LCeq value • 10 second sound level average (Leq, LAeq, LCeq) • 60 second sound level average (Leq, LAeq, LCeq) • Maximum and minimum decibel level About decibels and sound level measurement The unit for measuring sound is called a decibel. Because the decibel scale is logarithmic, a sound with an intensity that is twice that of a reference sound corresponds to an increase of about 3 decibels. The reference point of 0 decibel is set at the intensity of the least perceptible sound, the threshold of hearing. On such a scale a 10-decibel sound is 10 times the intensity of the reference sound. Highlighting this is important as already a few decibels higher or lower makes a noticeable difference in how noise is perceived. The preferred method to describe sound levels that vary over time, resulting in a single decibel value measuring the total sound energy over the period, is called Leq. It is however common practice to measure sound levels using A-weighting, which attenuates lower and higher frequencies that the average person cannot hear. In this case the value is called LAeq. A- and C-weighting The A-weighting is a standard, commonly used filter that attempts to alter the measured sound pressure levels to more closely match the perception of the human ear. A-weighting makes the sound level meter less sensitive to very high (over 8000 Hz) and low frequencies (below 1000 Hz). C-weighting also attenuates low and high frequencies, but the attenuation of low frequencies is much less severe compared to A-weighting. Calibrate: Calibrate the application using the calibration tool found in the settings menu. Phones and their components vary in quality and setup so you need to calibrate the app in order for the results to be relatively comparable. One suggestion is that you close the window and door to your bedroom or bathroom, turn off appliances, and once its very quiet calibrate the app so the reading is about 30 decibel.

Turn your smartphone or tablet into a professional bioacoustics recorder with Song Meter Touch from Wildlife Acoustics. Designed for wildlife professionals and researchers, Song Meter Touch makes it possible to record and visualize wildlife vocalizations and soundscapes using a real-time spectrogram. Key Features: • Retroactive Recording Capability Begin capturing audio three seconds before you tap “Record” to ensure you don’t miss a thing. • Customize Your Listening Experience for Deeper Insight Adjust playback speed, filter frequency by zooming, and trim recordings to focus on the specific sounds that interest you most. • Advanced, Customizable Spectrogram Adjust brightness, contrast, and FFT size settings to fine-tune your viewing experience. Whether you prefer a gray or color palette, our spectrogram offers superior detail to help you distinguish unique wildlife sounds. • External Microphone Support Connect an external microphone for greater clarity; simply adjust audio gain via the Settings menu. • Recording List & Management Easily browse, sort, and search your recordings. You can also select multiple recordings for deletion, transfer, or sharing. • Playback & Comparison View waveforms or spectrograms and listen to your recordings at your convenience. Use Compare Mode to juxtapose two recordings for detailed analysis. • GPS Tagging Tag recordings with location data, viewable on a map. Ideal for tracking species in different areas. • Sharing & Importing Share your recordings via email or text. Import recordings from other Song Meter Touch users or other recording or wildlife ID apps. • Easy Transfer & Import Conveniently transfer recordings to your computer via Wi-Fi or USB. Import recordings from your computer to the app—handy when switching devices or sharing sounds. About Wildlife Acoustics Wildlife Acoustics is the leading provider of bioacoustics monitoring technology for biologists, researchers, and government agencies worldwide. Our acoustic and ultrasonic recorders and sound analysis software help scientists conduct species inventory, presence/absence surveys, and habitat health monitoring to make impactful discoveries that expand our understanding of the planet. Learn more at wildlifeacoustics.com.