Originally Posted by Ronnie
a) The vast majority of us don't know how a Bullet or Explosion sounds.....
Over 150dB for shotguns and centrefire rifles/pistols.

Originally Posted by Ronnie
c) Most that do know, will admit that these sounds are exaggerated for effect in Movies anyway
I'd say they're under exaggerated due to the limits of reproduction.


I agree with your points though, I don't care that gunfire is wrong in most movies.

Steve.


Here's a link for those interested in real levels; Link
Interesting that the most common 'cop' gun, magnum .357 is 165dB!

Last edited by Steve Eyles; 2011-01-09 05:42. Reason: added link