Speex dev - Jul 2007 - a way restrict encoding sound volume

Thanks for reading.

I wonder if there are some ways to reduce volume at encoding time.
When I encode with speex, a loud sound makes a harsh big noise.
By control input volume on which mix controller for example, it may be 
solved.
But I want to suppress input sounds by my program automatically not by user 
control.

What should I do?

I'm not aware of volume options on the encoder, although they may exist.

I suggest, however, that you prepare the recording setup appropriately
to the volume you desire.  It's probably the better solution.