glossary
Oversampling helps a limiter see peaks that sit between normal samples.
An oversampled limiter temporarily processes audio at a higher sample rate than the session. This gives the limiter more points to estimate fast waveform movement.
The goal is cleaner peak control, especially when a master is close to the ceiling or likely to create intersample peaks.
Oversampling can reduce missed peaks and some distortion, but it does not make unlimited loudness clean. Heavy gain reduction can still flatten transients and pull the mix down.
It can also add latency or change CPU use, so it is usually a final-chain decision rather than something every insert needs.
Use oversampling when peak safety matters, then verify the rendered file with true-peak metering rather than assuming the setting solved delivery risk.
Meter Core shows whether limiter choices are improving true-peak control without hiding loudness or dynamic changes.