VU Meter - A Straightforward VU Meter for broadcast/radio/monitoring.

A simple VU meter for Windows.

This app listens to any Windows recording device and shows you exactly what is happening to your audio in real time. It is built for broadcast, streaming and production workflows where levels matter.

What it does

• Live vertical VU meter with clear green, yellow and red zones
• Peak level in dB to catch clipping fast
• RMS level in dB for average signal strength
• LUFS momentary for short term loudness
• LUFS integrated for overall program loudness
• Visual average markers shown with blue arrows
• Smooth, readable motion designed for constant monitoring

Low volume protection

You can set a minimum dB level and a time limit.

If audio drops below that level for too long, the meter border flashes.

You notice silence or dropouts immediately.

Flexible setup

• Select any Windows input device
• Choose mono or stereo channel pairs
• Configure peak hold time and decay rate
• Dock to the left or right side of the desktop
• Float freely anywhere on screen
• Always on top mode for constant visibility

Built for real use

This tool suits radio studios, livestream operators, podcasters and production environments where audio levels must stay within range. It is lightweight, clear and designed to be watched all day without getting in the way.

If you care about loudness, silence detection and clean audio levels, this tool does the job.

Note: Sofware runs on Windows only.