XPost: rec.audio.pro, comp.dsp   
   From: walkinay@nv.net   
      
   Randy Yates  wrote:   
      
   > Is dBFS abstract?   
      
   In the sense that it correlates to no specific power or voltage level in   
   the analog world, yes. When we include information about the converter's   
   input expectations then we can link these disparate measurements.   
      
   > If so, then I guess I'm asking an abstract   
   > question.   
      
   I don't think that's the case. There are concrete answers to your   
   question(s), even if they wrap an abstract concept.   
      
   > My question is this: What is the definition of dBFS?   
      
   Theorectically, when the last bit of dynamic range is utilized, that   
   will be shown by the metering as 0 dBFS. Any increase of input level   
   thereafter will result in clipping.   
      
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