I for one agree with tolve that this would be a useful thing. Too bad I
haven't a clue how to write it.

--PW

tolve wrote, among other things:
 
> though already do-able in csound with filters and gain, a maximize opcode
> would be a far faster way of dealing with large files to boost the overall
> perceived volume, even of an entire mix -and maximizers appear to be in
> wide use for mastering CD's despite the fact that most popular music is of
> limited dynamic range.