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<h1>Sound calibration</h1>
<p>DM offers fully traceable calibration for microphones and sound level meters, covering up to 10 frequency levels.</p>


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<h2>DM provides a full calibration service across a wide range of sound equipment</h2>


<p>Sound and noise equipment must be calibrated frequently to guarantee accuracy and adherence to all relevant industry standards. DM offers different sound calibration services for whatever your needs. From Standard calibration (one frequency, 3 sound levels) to our Premier service (10 frequencies, 3 sound levels and A&amp;C weighting), we&#8217;ll tailor the calibration regime to your organisation. Whatever service you choose, you can be guaranteed fast, accurate and fully traceable calibration for your sound and noise equipment at the UK&#8217;s best-equipped laboratory.</p>


<h3>Microphones</h3>
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<h2>All your sound calibration needs in one place</h2>
<p>Sound calibration from DM is available at sound levels 94dB, 104dB and 114dB. We can calibrate 1/4, 1/2 and 1 inch microphones and preamps over a 250Hz to 100kHz frequency range, with diaphragm inspection also provided. Our sound calibration is based on electroacoustic standard BS EN 61672-3, ensuring adherence to the industry benchmark. The wide range of sound equipment DM calibrates includes:</p>


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<h2>A Guide To Electrical Calibration</h2>
<p>Discover DM&#8217;s full range of electrical calibration capabilities, calibration management services and advice for making calibration as seamless and straightforward as possible.</p>


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<p>Sound calibration involves adjusting and verifying the accuracy of sound measurement equipment, such as microphones and sound level meters, to ensure they provide precise readings. This process is crucial for maintaining the reliability of measurements used in various applications, including noise pollution monitoring and industrial noise control.</p>


<p>Accurate sound calibration ensures that sound measurement equipment provides reliable data, which is essential for monitoring noise pollution, complying with industry standards, and maintaining safe environments in places like airports, construction sites and manufacturing plants.</p>


<p>Sound equipment should be calibrated regularly to maintain accuracy and compliance with industry standards. The frequency of calibration depends on the manufacturer&#8217;s recommendations, the usage environment, and the criticality of the measurements. Typically, annual calibration is recommended, but more frequent calibration may be necessary in harsh or highly regulated environments.</p>


<p>DM Calibration offers two primary sound calibration services to meet various needs:</p>
<p><strong>Standard Calibration:</strong></p>
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<li>Covers calibration at one frequency.</li>
<li>Includes three sound levels: 94dB, 104dB, and 114dB.</li>
<li>Ideal for routine calibration needs, ensuring your equipment meets basic accuracy requirements.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Premier Service:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Covers calibration at 10 different frequencies.</li>
<li>Includes three sound levels: 94dB, 104dB, and 114dB.</li>
<li>Features A&amp;C weighting, which is crucial for different sound measurement applications.</li>
<li>Provides a comprehensive graphical frequency response, ensuring detailed and precise calibration results.</li>
<li>Ideal for critical applications where the highest accuracy and detailed calibration data are essential.</li>
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<p>Choosing DM Calibration ensures:</p>
<ul>
<li>Adherence to the highest industry standards (BS EN 61672-3).</li>
<li>Fast, accurate, and fully traceable calibration processes.</li>
<li>A wide range of services tailored to meet various calibration needs.</li>
<li>Calibration of equipment from all major manufacturers.</li>
</ul>
<p>For further information or to book a service, please <a href="/contact-us/">contact us today</a>.</p>


<h2>Sound calibration FAQs</h2>
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<h4>UKAS calibration</h4>
<p>DM Calibration operates two UKAS-accredited laboratories that cover all major electrical and mechanical parameters.</p>


<h4>Fully traceable</h4>
<p>Our traceable calibration services are delivered at your premises, or at our labs with a guaranteed fast turnaround.</p>


<h4>Fasttrack</h4>
<p>We can expedite your equipment to keep your operations in full swing.</p>


<h4>Full audit trail</h4>
<p>Demonstrate compliance quickly and easily with our cloud-based certificate platform.</p>


<h3>Book your calibration now</h3>
<p>Our experts are on-hand to handle all of your calibration needs.</p>


Sound calibration

DM provides a full calibration service across a wide range of sound equipment

All your sound calibration needs in one place

Microphones

Pre-amplifiers

Filter sets

Sound meters & analysers

Dose badges

Calibrators

Piston phones

A Guide To Electrical Calibration