MAAT DRMeter MkII
MAAT DRMeter MkII: Detailed real-time loudness and dynamics metering for production, mastering, and broadcast. Ranked #34 of 43 in Audio Analysis Software by our editors (4.9/10); pricing: 21-day trial; best for detailed loudness and dynamic-range metering.
At a glance
- Editor score4.9 / 10
- Pricing21-day trial
- Best forDetailed loudness and dynamic-range metering
- Free planNo
- Paid from$129 one-time
- Real-time analysisYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Measures DR, DRi, PSR, LRA, RMS, and multiple loudness views
- Supports EBU R128 and ATSC A/85 measurement
- Runs standalone or as AU, VST 2, VST 3, and AAX Native plug-in
Where it doesn't
- Real-time metering is the core workflow
- Offline file analysis is handled by a separate companion product
- The perpetual license starts at $129
Our verdict on MAAT DRMeter MkII
MAAT DRMeter MkII is an audio metering plug-in and native standalone application for music production, mastering, broadcast, and post-production workflows. It is suited to engineers who need detailed loudness, dynamic-range, peak, and channel-specific left/right measurements on macOS or Windows. Its analysis views include DR, DRi, PSR, LRA, RMS, momentary, short-term, and integrated loudness, alongside peak and loudness bar graphs.
The published plans show a $129 one-time DRMeter MkII Perpetual License, with complete R128 and A/85 loudness measurement, DR and DRi measurement, and AAC monitoring. A 21-day trial license is available, and the vendor says no credit card is required for demos. The $149 one-time DR2 Bundle adds DRMeter MkII, DROffline MkII, and free MAATgo. This makes the bundle more relevant for buyers who need both real-time metering and the separate companion for batch file analysis.
DRMeter MkII's standout strength is measurement depth. It combines EBU R128 and ATSC A/85 workflows with adjustable target loudness, maximum true-peak thresholds, Dynamic Deviation, Dynamic Margin, trend display, factory and user presets, and MFiT round-trip iTunes AAC monitoring. Standalone operation supports workflows outside a DAW or plug-in host, while AU, VST 2, VST 3, and AAX Native formats fit common production environments. Choose it for detailed real-time metering across production, mastering, broadcast, and post-production. Choose the DR2 Bundle when offline batch analysis is also part of the requirement.
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MAAT DRMeter MkII fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $129 one-time |
| Real-time analysis | Yes |
| Offline file analysis | No |
| Loudness standards | Yes |
| Maximum channels | Not verified |
| Plugin support | Vst |
| Analysis views | DR, DRi, PSR, LRA, RMS, momentary loudness, short-term loudness, integrated loudness, peak, left/right metering, loudness and peak bar graphs |
| Free trial | 21 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | 21-day trial (source) |
| Website | maat.digital |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
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