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Range and mean of frequency-specific loudness discomfort levels (averaged across ears)
| Minimum | Maximum | Mean | SD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LDL .5 kHz | 90.0 | 110.0 | 105.5 | 6.0 |
| LDL 2 kHz | 90.0 | 120.0 | 109.7 | 8.5 |
| Dynamic range .5 kHz | 10.0 | 70.0 | 40.9 | 14.5 |
| Dynamic range 2 kHz | 15.0 | 60.0 | 35.7 | 12.3 |
