If properly implemented normalization will not diminish dynamics. Normalization raises the loudest point in a recording to a predetermined level. The peak loud to soft differential remains the same. Google "Tidal loudness normalization". There is extensive discussion of why it's implemented as it is.
Tidal loudness normalization
I am listening back and forth this morning between streaming via Tidal and cd playback. One thing I keyed on was the Tidal stream lacked dynamic contrast compared to cd.
I did a little search to find out if Tidal is messing with things. I find the answer is “yes they are”. There is a feature called “loudness normalization “ in your Tidal app that is automatically engaged unless you turn it off. Check your settings.
To do so in your Tidal app, click the heart shaped “my collection “ @ bottom right, then click the gear wheel top right. You will then see the screen and button to disable/enable loudness normalization.
Let’s see who likes one vs the other.
I did a little search to find out if Tidal is messing with things. I find the answer is “yes they are”. There is a feature called “loudness normalization “ in your Tidal app that is automatically engaged unless you turn it off. Check your settings.
To do so in your Tidal app, click the heart shaped “my collection “ @ bottom right, then click the gear wheel top right. You will then see the screen and button to disable/enable loudness normalization.
Let’s see who likes one vs the other.