In this video I show you the formulas used to convert power and pressure to dB's and SPL. Once you understand what loud is you can figure out how to get loud! If you found this video helpful then you can support the channel on Patreon for as little as $3 a month: https://www.patreon.com/DIYAudioGuy Affiliate* links to products used in the video Mini DSP 8x12: https://bit.ly/36CqHae Kicker Subwoofer: https://shop-links.co/cgZanpbU12f Distortion Detector: https://bit.ly/3uU953k Oscilloscope: https://amzn.to/36PTAQi If you need a coupon code to use at Parts Express you can find one at my blog: https://www.diysubwoofer.net/ Get your basshead gear at Down4Sound: https://lddy.no/1065t Shop for Car Audio at Sonic Electronix: https://bit.ly/3bazPBs Connect with me on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DIY-Audio-Guy-111428060245602/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diyaudioguy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DIYAudioGuy1 Podcast: https://www.soundadviceshow.com/ DIY Audio Merch: null Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:10 What is a dB (decibel)? 1:40 dB as Power 5:50 dB as Pressure For additional information about the decibel (db) formulas check out audio judgement: https://audiojudgement.com/how-to-calculate-decibels/ *As an amazon associate marketer I may earn a small commission on qualified purchases. As an affiliate marketer I may earn a small commission when you make a purchase at Parts Express, Sonic Electronix or Down4Sound.