How it Works
Latency (ms) = (Buffer Size / Sample Rate) * 1000.
What is Audio Latency Calculator?
Determines the time delay introduced by digital audio buffering.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Buffer: Samples (e.g. 256).
- Rate: Sample Rate (e.g. 44.1kHz).
- Result: Delay in ms.
Example
Input: 256 samples, 44.1kHz
Result: 5.8 ms
FAQ
What is acceptable?
<10ms for vocals/guitar; <20ms for keys.
Round trip?
Multiply result by 2 (roughly).
Buffer size?
Lower = less lag, higher CPU usage.
Sample rate effect?
Higher rate = lower latency.
Hardware?
Interface drivers add extra hidden latency.
Conclusion
Low latency (<10ms) is crucial for real-time monitoring. Increasing sample rate lowers latency but increases CPU load. Round-trip latency includes input + output + converter delay.