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What is audio ducking?
Short answer
Audio ducking automatically lowers the volume of background music while speech is present, then raises it in gaps. It keeps voices clear without a manual fader ride. You can set it with an editor's ducking feature or draw volume keyframes by hand around each sentence.
How is audio ducking used in editing?
Music is set quiet during speech and swells in pauses or at the end.
What mistakes do people make?
- Ducking too abruptly
- Leaving music too loud
- Forgetting to check on phone speakers
Where is it already handled?
Glass ships with sound effects, camera shakes and music already placed and mixed, so you do not duck by hand.
Frequently asked questions
Is ducking automatic?
Many editors can do it.
How much should music drop?
Enough for clear speech.
What if there is no music?
If there is no music, you do not need ducking, because there is nothing competing with the speech to lower.
Can I duck by hand?
Yes, with keyframes.
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