The Updated Guide to Voiceovers in Filmmaking - From Recording to Editing

How to Record & Add Voiceover to Videos

Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Have you ever wanna add your own voice to video , make a voice over demo for uploading and sharing on social network sites or create a documentary for some important stuff? You can do this as long as you have nice video editing software like Wondershare Filmora Video Editor .

The voiceover function in Filmora video editing software allows you to record your own voice or add voice over file to video easily. You can custom the pitch, speed, and volume of the recorded voiceover, apply fade in and fade out effects as well. In this post, I’ll share how to record and add voiceover to a video with Filmora on your computer.

In Filmora, you can edit your video first and then record the voiceover after. Or, you can record the voiceover first and then edit the video around. In either way, you may need to prepare the script or an outline for smother recording.

Check the tutorial about How to Edit Audio in Filmora

Part 1: Record Voiceover and Add it to Video

In most cases, we recommend you to record the voiceover first so the sound will be more natural. In the following part, I’ll show you how to record Voiceover in Filmora.

1. Connect Microphone to Computer

Plug the microphone into your computer when you’re ready to get started. It’s better to use some professional external microphones to capture high quality sound.

2. Record voiceover

Installing Filmora on your computer, click the Wondershare Filmora icon to launch it. In the starting interface, click New Project to create a new one. Go to the Record tab, and then click “Record a Voiceover ” option to arouse the Record Audio windows.

Or simply click the microphone icon and you will have 3 seconds of countdown to start speaking. When finished, click the microphone icon again. Then you will see a new Record file appearing on the audio track automatically.

3. Edit Recorded Voiceover to Video

To edit the recorded voiceover, click the it in the audio track and a new window will pop up for you to adjust audio settings, such as change the Speed, Volume, Pitch, etc. of the voiceover.

You can trim, cut out unwanted sound section from the recorded voiceover, or apply the fade in and fade out effect to the voiceover for smother transition.

Creative Audio Editing: How to Change the Recorded Voice

4. Sync Voiceover to Video

Now, it’s time to sync the recorded voiceover to video to make a video. Since Filmora supports up to 100 audio tracks, you can now add some background music to the voiceover as well.

Then import and drag-n-drop the video footage to the video track, drag and drop the sound track to the right position to fit your video. You can keep the audio and video track in the same length if needed.

Note: If you’ve recorded the voiceover on your iPhone or other device already, and want to add it to the video, you can import it in the Project Library and then sync it to video.

To attract viewer’s attention, sometimes, you may need to add some titles or subtitles to emphasis the key points. Here is the detailed steps about how to add titles to video.

5. Export and save the new file

Check your video in the right previewing window. If you’re satisfied, click “Export” to export your new video file. You can either save the video to various formats or directly share it on YouTube and other social media platform. Moreover, you can even burn a DVD disk in minutes to watch it on TV.

You see, with Wondershare Filmora video editor, it’s that easy to add a custom voiceover to video. Now master this feature and open a world of new possibilities for your video making!

Part 2: How to Record and Add Voiceover File during Video editing in Filmora

If you’ve recorded the voiceover on your iPhone or other device already, and want to add it to the video, you can follow the steps below:

1. Import the video to Filmora

After entering the Filmora main editing interface, click “Import” or drag and drop your video and voiceover file to the project library.

Filmora video editing software supports a vast range of formats, so you do not have to convert the files before importing. When all the files are imported, drag and drop them to the Video Timeline.

2. Record Voiceover in Video Editing

If you’re editng video and want to record voiceover in real time, you can also click the Record icon to start the recording.

Place the Playhead to the position where you need a voiceover, and then click the Microphone icon in the toolbar to start.

As before, the recorded voiceover will be added to the audio track automatically.

Note: To start a new record on the Timeline, you don’t need to close the dialog, just move the Time Indicator to another position and record a new voiceover.

3. Edit voiceover and Export

Just like what we said before, you can then edit the recorded voiceover to fit the video perfectly and then export it to your computer or upload to YouTube directly.

Filmora features more audio editing tools for improving the sound. Below is a video tutorial for applying fade in and out transition in Filmora. Download the trial version to test yourself.

Liza Brown

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Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Check the tutorial about How to Edit Audio in Filmora

Part 1: Record Voiceover and Add it to Video

In most cases, we recommend you to record the voiceover first so the sound will be more natural. In the following part, I’ll show you how to record Voiceover in Filmora.

1. Connect Microphone to Computer

Plug the microphone into your computer when you’re ready to get started. It’s better to use some professional external microphones to capture high quality sound.

2. Record voiceover

3. Edit Recorded Voiceover to Video

To edit the recorded voiceover, click the it in the audio track and a new window will pop up for you to adjust audio settings, such as change the Speed, Volume, Pitch, etc. of the voiceover.

You can trim, cut out unwanted sound section from the recorded voiceover, or apply the fade in and fade out effect to the voiceover for smother transition.

Creative Audio Editing: How to Change the Recorded Voice

4. Sync Voiceover to Video

Now, it’s time to sync the recorded voiceover to video to make a video. Since Filmora supports up to 100 audio tracks, you can now add some background music to the voiceover as well.

Note: If you’ve recorded the voiceover on your iPhone or other device already, and want to add it to the video, you can import it in the Project Library and then sync it to video.

To attract viewer’s attention, sometimes, you may need to add some titles or subtitles to emphasis the key points. Here is the detailed steps about how to add titles to video.

5. Export and save the new file

You see, with Wondershare Filmora video editor, it’s that easy to add a custom voiceover to video. Now master this feature and open a world of new possibilities for your video making!

Part 2: How to Record and Add Voiceover File during Video editing in Filmora

If you’ve recorded the voiceover on your iPhone or other device already, and want to add it to the video, you can follow the steps below:

1. Import the video to Filmora

After entering the Filmora main editing interface, click “Import” or drag and drop your video and voiceover file to the project library.

Filmora video editing software supports a vast range of formats, so you do not have to convert the files before importing. When all the files are imported, drag and drop them to the Video Timeline.

2. Record Voiceover in Video Editing

If you’re editng video and want to record voiceover in real time, you can also click the Record icon to start the recording.

Place the Playhead to the position where you need a voiceover, and then click the Microphone icon in the toolbar to start.

As before, the recorded voiceover will be added to the audio track automatically.

Note: To start a new record on the Timeline, you don’t need to close the dialog, just move the Time Indicator to another position and record a new voiceover.

3. Edit voiceover and Export

Just like what we said before, you can then edit the recorded voiceover to fit the video perfectly and then export it to your computer or upload to YouTube directly.

Filmora features more audio editing tools for improving the sound. Below is a video tutorial for applying fade in and out transition in Filmora. Download the trial version to test yourself.

Liza Brown

Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.

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Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Check the tutorial about How to Edit Audio in Filmora

Part 1: Record Voiceover and Add it to Video

In most cases, we recommend you to record the voiceover first so the sound will be more natural. In the following part, I’ll show you how to record Voiceover in Filmora.

1. Connect Microphone to Computer

Plug the microphone into your computer when you’re ready to get started. It’s better to use some professional external microphones to capture high quality sound.

2. Record voiceover

3. Edit Recorded Voiceover to Video

To edit the recorded voiceover, click the it in the audio track and a new window will pop up for you to adjust audio settings, such as change the Speed, Volume, Pitch, etc. of the voiceover.

You can trim, cut out unwanted sound section from the recorded voiceover, or apply the fade in and fade out effect to the voiceover for smother transition.

Creative Audio Editing: How to Change the Recorded Voice

4. Sync Voiceover to Video

Now, it’s time to sync the recorded voiceover to video to make a video. Since Filmora supports up to 100 audio tracks, you can now add some background music to the voiceover as well.

Note: If you’ve recorded the voiceover on your iPhone or other device already, and want to add it to the video, you can import it in the Project Library and then sync it to video.

To attract viewer’s attention, sometimes, you may need to add some titles or subtitles to emphasis the key points. Here is the detailed steps about how to add titles to video.

5. Export and save the new file

You see, with Wondershare Filmora video editor, it’s that easy to add a custom voiceover to video. Now master this feature and open a world of new possibilities for your video making!

Part 2: How to Record and Add Voiceover File during Video editing in Filmora

If you’ve recorded the voiceover on your iPhone or other device already, and want to add it to the video, you can follow the steps below:

1. Import the video to Filmora

After entering the Filmora main editing interface, click “Import” or drag and drop your video and voiceover file to the project library.

Filmora video editing software supports a vast range of formats, so you do not have to convert the files before importing. When all the files are imported, drag and drop them to the Video Timeline.

2. Record Voiceover in Video Editing

If you’re editng video and want to record voiceover in real time, you can also click the Record icon to start the recording.

Place the Playhead to the position where you need a voiceover, and then click the Microphone icon in the toolbar to start.

As before, the recorded voiceover will be added to the audio track automatically.

Note: To start a new record on the Timeline, you don’t need to close the dialog, just move the Time Indicator to another position and record a new voiceover.

3. Edit voiceover and Export

Just like what we said before, you can then edit the recorded voiceover to fit the video perfectly and then export it to your computer or upload to YouTube directly.

Filmora features more audio editing tools for improving the sound. Below is a video tutorial for applying fade in and out transition in Filmora. Download the trial version to test yourself.

Liza Brown

Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.

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Liza Brown

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Check the tutorial about How to Edit Audio in Filmora

Part 1: Record Voiceover and Add it to Video

In most cases, we recommend you to record the voiceover first so the sound will be more natural. In the following part, I’ll show you how to record Voiceover in Filmora.

1. Connect Microphone to Computer

Plug the microphone into your computer when you’re ready to get started. It’s better to use some professional external microphones to capture high quality sound.

2. Record voiceover

3. Edit Recorded Voiceover to Video

To edit the recorded voiceover, click the it in the audio track and a new window will pop up for you to adjust audio settings, such as change the Speed, Volume, Pitch, etc. of the voiceover.

You can trim, cut out unwanted sound section from the recorded voiceover, or apply the fade in and fade out effect to the voiceover for smother transition.

Creative Audio Editing: How to Change the Recorded Voice

4. Sync Voiceover to Video

Now, it’s time to sync the recorded voiceover to video to make a video. Since Filmora supports up to 100 audio tracks, you can now add some background music to the voiceover as well.

Note: If you’ve recorded the voiceover on your iPhone or other device already, and want to add it to the video, you can import it in the Project Library and then sync it to video.

To attract viewer’s attention, sometimes, you may need to add some titles or subtitles to emphasis the key points. Here is the detailed steps about how to add titles to video.

5. Export and save the new file

You see, with Wondershare Filmora video editor, it’s that easy to add a custom voiceover to video. Now master this feature and open a world of new possibilities for your video making!

Part 2: How to Record and Add Voiceover File during Video editing in Filmora

If you’ve recorded the voiceover on your iPhone or other device already, and want to add it to the video, you can follow the steps below:

1. Import the video to Filmora

After entering the Filmora main editing interface, click “Import” or drag and drop your video and voiceover file to the project library.

Filmora video editing software supports a vast range of formats, so you do not have to convert the files before importing. When all the files are imported, drag and drop them to the Video Timeline.

2. Record Voiceover in Video Editing

If you’re editng video and want to record voiceover in real time, you can also click the Record icon to start the recording.

Place the Playhead to the position where you need a voiceover, and then click the Microphone icon in the toolbar to start.

As before, the recorded voiceover will be added to the audio track automatically.

Note: To start a new record on the Timeline, you don’t need to close the dialog, just move the Time Indicator to another position and record a new voiceover.

3. Edit voiceover and Export

Just like what we said before, you can then edit the recorded voiceover to fit the video perfectly and then export it to your computer or upload to YouTube directly.

Filmora features more audio editing tools for improving the sound. Below is a video tutorial for applying fade in and out transition in Filmora. Download the trial version to test yourself.

Liza Brown

Liza Brown is a writer and a lover of all things video.

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Integrating Subtle Audio Declines: Techniques for Gradual Volume Reduction in iMovie

How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac?

Shanoon Cox

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Fade-in and fade-out effects can help you smooth the video, music, and audio transitions, thus you can make a better movie. When editing videos in iMovie, people may have many video clips and transitions connected to the clips. The fade in and fade out effect seems more important than ever. This tutorial will show you how to fade music and audio in iMovie.

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac
Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

Apart from fading in/fading out the audio, we also want to introduce the video fade-in and fade-out effects, which will help your video to get more attention. Watch the tutorial below to get detailed information about how to fade in/fade out your videos easily.

After adding the fade-in and fade-out effects to your video, let’s check how to fade your music and audio in iMovie first, and then we will show you how to fade in/fade out your music and audio file in an easier way.

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Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac

There are two ways available to fade music and audio with iMovie. One is using the fade handles, and the other is using the audio inspector. Before using iMovie audio fade-out effects, please import your video and audio files to iMovie and start a new project.

Method 1: Use Fade Handles to Add Fade in/Fade out Effect in iMovie

Firstly, let’s take a look at the video below to check how to fade audio in/out the audio in iMovie with fade handles.

Step 1. Enable Audio Waveform

When the project opens, check “Show Waveforms” at the bottom of the Project window.

Note: The Blue waveforms indicate the sound recorded within your video clips. Green and purple waveforms indicate sounds and music you’ve added to your project.

Step 2. Move Pointer to Apply Fade Effects

Move the pointer over a waveform, and drag the small gray fade handle at the left of the clip to adjust the fade audio in effect. Then drag the small fade handle at the right of the clip to adjust the fade-out effect.

Step 3. Playback to Check

Move the playhead to the beginning part of the clips with fade effects to check the fade-in and fade-out effects. If everything works OK, uncheck “Show Waveforms” to hide the waveforms.

Method 2: Use the Audio Inspector to Apply Fade in/Fade Out Effect in iMovie

To fade audios in and out in iMovie with the audio inspector, you can follow these steps:

Step 1. Open Your iMovie Project and Select a Clip

Double-click the video clip, choose “Clip Adjustments” to open the Inspector, and then click the “Audio” tab.

If there are two audio tracks, and you want to set the fade in and fade out in iMovie for the background music, you can double-click the background music clip to open the audio inspector. This inspector is a little different. If you don’t know how to add background music to iMovie, you can refer to this post: add background music in iMovie .

Step 2. Set the Fade In and Fade Out Effect

In the window, you can manually set the fade-in and fade-out length by dragging the slider bar to the right or left.

If you do not choose “Manual”, that means you’d like iMovie to automatically set it for you. Usually, when you drag video clips to the Project, iMovie will set the fade-in and fade-out effect randomly by increasing the audio volume at the beginning of the clip and decrease the volume at the end of the clip.

If you manually adjust the effect, you can have a better effect.

Step 3. Save the Audio Fade In and Out Effect

After the settings, you can preview the effect in the viewing window to make sure all goes well, and you are much satisfied. Then click “Done” to save the audio fade-in and fade-out effects in iMovie.

Now, that’s done! I hope the above information does help you to set the fade effects to smooth your video and audio transitions.

Related: How to Get More iMovie Themes

Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

Let watch the video below to check how to apply fade-in and fade-out effects in an easier way with Wondershare Filmora for Mac. And download it now to try it by yourself.

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

If you want to quickly apply fade-in or fade-out effects, iMovie’s alternative for Mac - Wondershare Filmora can help you. It enables you to easily edit videos. After you’ve made your creation, it also allows you to directly upload the complete video file to YouTube and Vimeo for sharing. Check out the quick guide below to see how to add audio fade effects in Filmora.

Step 1. Import Your Video

Import the video clip you want to add audio in and out effect. To do this, click “File” > “Import Media” to import your local file to the user’s album. Or you can drag and drop these target files from the computer to this app’s album.

Step 2. Add the Audio Fade In/Out Effect to Your Video

Place the video onto the timeline. Double-click on it and then choose “Audio”. In the tab, you can drag the slider bar to the right or left to manually set the fade in and fade out the length.

Step 3. Save Your Video

Click the “Export” button to select one of the export methods. You can choose your desired format or mobile devices, burn it to DVD and upload it to YouTube and Vimeo.

That’s all about how to fade music and audio with iMovie and its alternative. If you want to learn more about how to edit video clips with Filmora, you can visit its YouTube channel to get more detailed information. Feel free to leave comments below if you need further assistance.

Shanoon Cox

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Shanoon Cox

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac
Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

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Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac

Method 1: Use Fade Handles to Add Fade in/Fade out Effect in iMovie

Firstly, let’s take a look at the video below to check how to fade audio in/out the audio in iMovie with fade handles.

Step 1. Enable Audio Waveform

When the project opens, check “Show Waveforms” at the bottom of the Project window.

Note: The Blue waveforms indicate the sound recorded within your video clips. Green and purple waveforms indicate sounds and music you’ve added to your project.

Step 2. Move Pointer to Apply Fade Effects

Step 3. Playback to Check

Move the playhead to the beginning part of the clips with fade effects to check the fade-in and fade-out effects. If everything works OK, uncheck “Show Waveforms” to hide the waveforms.

Method 2: Use the Audio Inspector to Apply Fade in/Fade Out Effect in iMovie

To fade audios in and out in iMovie with the audio inspector, you can follow these steps:

Step 1. Open Your iMovie Project and Select a Clip

Double-click the video clip, choose “Clip Adjustments” to open the Inspector, and then click the “Audio” tab.

Step 2. Set the Fade In and Fade Out Effect

In the window, you can manually set the fade-in and fade-out length by dragging the slider bar to the right or left.

If you manually adjust the effect, you can have a better effect.

Step 3. Save the Audio Fade In and Out Effect

Now, that’s done! I hope the above information does help you to set the fade effects to smooth your video and audio transitions.

Related: How to Get More iMovie Themes

Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

Let watch the video below to check how to apply fade-in and fade-out effects in an easier way with Wondershare Filmora for Mac. And download it now to try it by yourself.

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

Step 1. Import Your Video

Step 2. Add the Audio Fade In/Out Effect to Your Video

Place the video onto the timeline. Double-click on it and then choose “Audio”. In the tab, you can drag the slider bar to the right or left to manually set the fade in and fade out the length.

Step 3. Save Your Video

Click the “Export” button to select one of the export methods. You can choose your desired format or mobile devices, burn it to DVD and upload it to YouTube and Vimeo.

Shanoon Cox

Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.

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Shanoon Cox

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac
Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

You may also like:

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac

Method 1: Use Fade Handles to Add Fade in/Fade out Effect in iMovie

Firstly, let’s take a look at the video below to check how to fade audio in/out the audio in iMovie with fade handles.

Step 1. Enable Audio Waveform

When the project opens, check “Show Waveforms” at the bottom of the Project window.

Note: The Blue waveforms indicate the sound recorded within your video clips. Green and purple waveforms indicate sounds and music you’ve added to your project.

Step 2. Move Pointer to Apply Fade Effects

Step 3. Playback to Check

Move the playhead to the beginning part of the clips with fade effects to check the fade-in and fade-out effects. If everything works OK, uncheck “Show Waveforms” to hide the waveforms.

Method 2: Use the Audio Inspector to Apply Fade in/Fade Out Effect in iMovie

To fade audios in and out in iMovie with the audio inspector, you can follow these steps:

Step 1. Open Your iMovie Project and Select a Clip

Double-click the video clip, choose “Clip Adjustments” to open the Inspector, and then click the “Audio” tab.

Step 2. Set the Fade In and Fade Out Effect

In the window, you can manually set the fade-in and fade-out length by dragging the slider bar to the right or left.

If you manually adjust the effect, you can have a better effect.

Step 3. Save the Audio Fade In and Out Effect

Now, that’s done! I hope the above information does help you to set the fade effects to smooth your video and audio transitions.

Related: How to Get More iMovie Themes

Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

Let watch the video below to check how to apply fade-in and fade-out effects in an easier way with Wondershare Filmora for Mac. And download it now to try it by yourself.

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

Step 1. Import Your Video

Step 2. Add the Audio Fade In/Out Effect to Your Video

Place the video onto the timeline. Double-click on it and then choose “Audio”. In the tab, you can drag the slider bar to the right or left to manually set the fade in and fade out the length.

Step 3. Save Your Video

Click the “Export” button to select one of the export methods. You can choose your desired format or mobile devices, burn it to DVD and upload it to YouTube and Vimeo.

Shanoon Cox

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Shanoon Cox

Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac
Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

You may also like:

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac

Method 1: Use Fade Handles to Add Fade in/Fade out Effect in iMovie

Firstly, let’s take a look at the video below to check how to fade audio in/out the audio in iMovie with fade handles.

Step 1. Enable Audio Waveform

When the project opens, check “Show Waveforms” at the bottom of the Project window.

Note: The Blue waveforms indicate the sound recorded within your video clips. Green and purple waveforms indicate sounds and music you’ve added to your project.

Step 2. Move Pointer to Apply Fade Effects

Step 3. Playback to Check

Move the playhead to the beginning part of the clips with fade effects to check the fade-in and fade-out effects. If everything works OK, uncheck “Show Waveforms” to hide the waveforms.

Method 2: Use the Audio Inspector to Apply Fade in/Fade Out Effect in iMovie

To fade audios in and out in iMovie with the audio inspector, you can follow these steps:

Step 1. Open Your iMovie Project and Select a Clip

Double-click the video clip, choose “Clip Adjustments” to open the Inspector, and then click the “Audio” tab.

Step 2. Set the Fade In and Fade Out Effect

In the window, you can manually set the fade-in and fade-out length by dragging the slider bar to the right or left.

If you manually adjust the effect, you can have a better effect.

Step 3. Save the Audio Fade In and Out Effect

Now, that’s done! I hope the above information does help you to set the fade effects to smooth your video and audio transitions.

Related: How to Get More iMovie Themes

Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

Let watch the video below to check how to apply fade-in and fade-out effects in an easier way with Wondershare Filmora for Mac. And download it now to try it by yourself.

Download Mac Version ](https://tools.techidaily.com/wondershare/filmora/download/ )

Step 1. Import Your Video

Step 2. Add the Audio Fade In/Out Effect to Your Video

Place the video onto the timeline. Double-click on it and then choose “Audio”. In the tab, you can drag the slider bar to the right or left to manually set the fade in and fade out the length.

Step 3. Save Your Video

Click the “Export” button to select one of the export methods. You can choose your desired format or mobile devices, burn it to DVD and upload it to YouTube and Vimeo.

Shanoon Cox

Shanoon Cox is a writer and a lover of all things video.

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Proven Strategies for Selecting Elite Sound Engineers in Modern Filmmaking

If you are here, then you must be trying to get into sound editing. You can only have good editing experience if you use a good and appropriate sound editor. How can you select the best sound editing app from the flooded options available on the internet?

We are here to help you! Read the article below to learn more about sound editors. We will introduce the 5 best editors and some tips to consider before you select any sound clip editor.

Part 1. What Should Be Considered Before Choose a Sound Editor?

There are various sound editors available. We are here to help you by sharing different factors that should be considered to select a better sound editing app. Let’s start!

1. Recording Options and Supported Channels

What kind of recording options are needed? If you can record from external devices, nothing is better than that. Moving on, the number of supported channels also matters a lot. This is because not every Podcast will take three or four tracks.

2. Plugins and Add On

While selecting your sound editing app, check its behavior with other apps. This is because editing software expands with additional features, sounds, and other plugins and add-ons. Some of these are free, whereas some are costly.

3. Operating System and Pricing

One important thing that should be checked is your device’s compatibility with the sound editor. What so ever device and operating system you use, make sure it works with your device. Lastly, remember one thing, editing like professionals do not require tons of money. It’s essential that you wisely select an affordable editor.

4. Editing Features

A sound editor should contain a mixture of basic and advanced editing features across its platform. It should include features such as the ones provided as follows:

Audio Tracks: A good sound editor should at least support playing three audio tracks simultaneously in addition to the sound of the main audio track.
Volume Control: Apart from this, an ideal sound editing software should also enable volume control for different parts of the video project.
Normalization: Among the different features, one very noticeable feature that sound editing apps must have is Normalization. The feature automatically adjusts all the different volume levels of various sounds into balance.
Auto Music: Auto music is the next editing feature we are going to share. This feature helps to make the length of the stock library audio according to your project length.
Noise Filter: What do you think about noise filters? They are essential as in case of any recording that has background noise; these filters can do the magic.

5. Export Audio

The audio editor should provide you with the option of changing the file format of the audio to any other supported audio format. The variety should be wide, which provides users with different opportunities to work across while exporting the audio.

Part 2. 5 Recommended Best Sound Editor in 2024

Although we have shared some great factors that you must consider before choosing any sound editor, let’s help you a little more. The following section will walk you through the 5 best sound editing apps. Buckle up because we are about to start!

1. WavePad Audio Editing Software

Editing itself is very tough and tiring. Do you know a way to reduce the efforts? We are talking about batch processing. WavePad sound clip editor supports editing multiple sound files at once without causing any trouble. Moreover, you get different editing tools like split, copy, cut, trim, and more. WavePad also offers editing functions like compression, pitch shifting, etc.

Key Features

WavePad Sound Editor is a very powerful editor for stunning editing. Some amazing features that you get from WavePad are Spectral Analysis, Scrub and Search Audio, etc.
This editor extends support to various file formats, including MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG, M4A, AIF, FLA, and others.
Some advanced tools like Speech synthesis, Voice Changer, Noise Reduction, Amplification, etc., are also offered by WavePad.

2. Audacity

What is an easy-to-use sound editing app? Its Audacity. This sound editor is not an ordinary editor; it’s powerful, flexible, and packed with cool features. Audacity is a cross-platform editor compatible with Linux, Mac, Windows, and other operating systems. Interestingly, this editor is free and open source. Audacity is the best option for professional editing.

Key Features

Audacity is known worldwide for its features like analysis tools silence finder, sound finder, beat finder, and more. This editor is easy to use, with multiple tracks.
Various plugins are supported by Audacity that including; Audio Unit Effect, LADSPA, Nyquist, LV2, VST plugins. Moreover, it supports 16-bit, 24-bit, and 32-bit.
What else? You can also record audio through a microphone or mixer. Furthermore, a feature like a digitalized recording from other media is also offered.

3. Adobe Audition

Looking for a professional sound editor? Try Adobe Audition. Creating, mixing, and also designing sound effects is no big deal with Adobe Audition. For an easy and efficient editing experience, Adobe offers a multi-track interface with mixing functions. Adobe Audition sound editor is a very powerful editor, which has AI-powered tools and functions that make your voice sound clearer and better.

Key Features

Adobe Audition offers a very impressive interface with tons of cool and unmatchable features. This editor has a free trial version.
Adobe is compatible with Windows and macOS. Moreover, it supports a wide range of file formats, including; MP3, WAV, AIFF, MP4, MOV, FLC, and others.
What else can Adobe Audition do? The sound editing app is also great for fixing sounds. It can also share a spectral frequency, diagnostic panels, effects, etc.

4. Sound Forge Audio Studio

Can you name an amazing yet affordable sound clip editor? Sound Forge Audio Studio is what we are talking about. With this editor, tasks like mastering, recording, and audio editing are made easy. What’s new about Sound Forge? This editor provides modern premium reverb effects. You can set your sound by using the modern EQ.

Key Features

Sound Forge is not just a sound editor; it’s also a sound recorder that can record podcasts. Not to forget, this editor delivers professional-quality sound.
The interface of Sound Forge is self-explanatory and elaborative. The left pane of the editor is loaded with various options like different effects, options to import, etc.
This editor has various tools of premium quality and different plugins with presets. Moreover, it offers professional recording quality that is up to 32-bit / 384 kHz.

5. Ocenaudio

What is the next sound editor in line to discuss? Its Ocenaudio. This sound clip editor is known for its speed, easy to use, and powerful tools. This sound editing software supports all famous file formats that include WMA, MP3, FLAC, etc. Moreover, the best part about Ocenaudio is that it provides a complete spectrogram.

Key Features

How can you speed up your work? Try Ocenaudio because it allows you to preview the real-time effects, and hence this helps in speeding up your work.
Do you know you can also analyze the spectral content of your video? With Ocenaudio, you can get a spectrogram view.
You can get fantastic filter options with this sound editor. The easy-to-understand interface makes it easy for users to work accordingly.

Last Words

If you wish to edit your music files, try the different sound editors we have shared in detail. We talked about their remarkable features. We also shared tips that will help you select a suitable sound editing app. Moving to the conclusion, let’s end by sharing something about video editing.

Wondershare Filmora is the biggest name whenever we talk about video editing. The software comes with dozens of unique features. For instance, try its different and diverse features like AI Portrait, Chroma Key Background, Split Screen, and much more.

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Part 1. What Should Be Considered Before Choose a Sound Editor?

There are various sound editors available. We are here to help you by sharing different factors that should be considered to select a better sound editing app. Let’s start!

1. Recording Options and Supported Channels

2. Plugins and Add On

3. Operating System and Pricing

4. Editing Features

A sound editor should contain a mixture of basic and advanced editing features across its platform. It should include features such as the ones provided as follows:

Audio Tracks: A good sound editor should at least support playing three audio tracks simultaneously in addition to the sound of the main audio track.
Volume Control: Apart from this, an ideal sound editing software should also enable volume control for different parts of the video project.
Normalization: Among the different features, one very noticeable feature that sound editing apps must have is Normalization. The feature automatically adjusts all the different volume levels of various sounds into balance.
Auto Music: Auto music is the next editing feature we are going to share. This feature helps to make the length of the stock library audio according to your project length.
Noise Filter: What do you think about noise filters? They are essential as in case of any recording that has background noise; these filters can do the magic.

5. Export Audio

Part 2. 5 Recommended Best Sound Editor in 2024

1. WavePad Audio Editing Software

Key Features

WavePad Sound Editor is a very powerful editor for stunning editing. Some amazing features that you get from WavePad are Spectral Analysis, Scrub and Search Audio, etc.
This editor extends support to various file formats, including MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG, M4A, AIF, FLA, and others.
Some advanced tools like Speech synthesis, Voice Changer, Noise Reduction, Amplification, etc., are also offered by WavePad.

2. Audacity

Key Features

Audacity is known worldwide for its features like analysis tools silence finder, sound finder, beat finder, and more. This editor is easy to use, with multiple tracks.
Various plugins are supported by Audacity that including; Audio Unit Effect, LADSPA, Nyquist, LV2, VST plugins. Moreover, it supports 16-bit, 24-bit, and 32-bit.
What else? You can also record audio through a microphone or mixer. Furthermore, a feature like a digitalized recording from other media is also offered.

3. Adobe Audition

Key Features

Adobe Audition offers a very impressive interface with tons of cool and unmatchable features. This editor has a free trial version.
Adobe is compatible with Windows and macOS. Moreover, it supports a wide range of file formats, including; MP3, WAV, AIFF, MP4, MOV, FLC, and others.
What else can Adobe Audition do? The sound editing app is also great for fixing sounds. It can also share a spectral frequency, diagnostic panels, effects, etc.

4. Sound Forge Audio Studio

Key Features

Sound Forge is not just a sound editor; it’s also a sound recorder that can record podcasts. Not to forget, this editor delivers professional-quality sound.
The interface of Sound Forge is self-explanatory and elaborative. The left pane of the editor is loaded with various options like different effects, options to import, etc.
This editor has various tools of premium quality and different plugins with presets. Moreover, it offers professional recording quality that is up to 32-bit / 384 kHz.

5. Ocenaudio

Key Features

How can you speed up your work? Try Ocenaudio because it allows you to preview the real-time effects, and hence this helps in speeding up your work.
Do you know you can also analyze the spectral content of your video? With Ocenaudio, you can get a spectrogram view.
You can get fantastic filter options with this sound editor. The easy-to-understand interface makes it easy for users to work accordingly.

Last Words

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For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

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Part 1. What Should Be Considered Before Choose a Sound Editor?

There are various sound editors available. We are here to help you by sharing different factors that should be considered to select a better sound editing app. Let’s start!

1. Recording Options and Supported Channels

2. Plugins and Add On

3. Operating System and Pricing

4. Editing Features

A sound editor should contain a mixture of basic and advanced editing features across its platform. It should include features such as the ones provided as follows:

Audio Tracks: A good sound editor should at least support playing three audio tracks simultaneously in addition to the sound of the main audio track.
Volume Control: Apart from this, an ideal sound editing software should also enable volume control for different parts of the video project.
Normalization: Among the different features, one very noticeable feature that sound editing apps must have is Normalization. The feature automatically adjusts all the different volume levels of various sounds into balance.
Auto Music: Auto music is the next editing feature we are going to share. This feature helps to make the length of the stock library audio according to your project length.
Noise Filter: What do you think about noise filters? They are essential as in case of any recording that has background noise; these filters can do the magic.

5. Export Audio

Part 2. 5 Recommended Best Sound Editor in 2024

1. WavePad Audio Editing Software

Key Features

WavePad Sound Editor is a very powerful editor for stunning editing. Some amazing features that you get from WavePad are Spectral Analysis, Scrub and Search Audio, etc.
This editor extends support to various file formats, including MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG, M4A, AIF, FLA, and others.
Some advanced tools like Speech synthesis, Voice Changer, Noise Reduction, Amplification, etc., are also offered by WavePad.

2. Audacity

Key Features

Audacity is known worldwide for its features like analysis tools silence finder, sound finder, beat finder, and more. This editor is easy to use, with multiple tracks.
Various plugins are supported by Audacity that including; Audio Unit Effect, LADSPA, Nyquist, LV2, VST plugins. Moreover, it supports 16-bit, 24-bit, and 32-bit.
What else? You can also record audio through a microphone or mixer. Furthermore, a feature like a digitalized recording from other media is also offered.

3. Adobe Audition

Key Features

Adobe Audition offers a very impressive interface with tons of cool and unmatchable features. This editor has a free trial version.
Adobe is compatible with Windows and macOS. Moreover, it supports a wide range of file formats, including; MP3, WAV, AIFF, MP4, MOV, FLC, and others.
What else can Adobe Audition do? The sound editing app is also great for fixing sounds. It can also share a spectral frequency, diagnostic panels, effects, etc.

4. Sound Forge Audio Studio

Key Features

Sound Forge is not just a sound editor; it’s also a sound recorder that can record podcasts. Not to forget, this editor delivers professional-quality sound.
The interface of Sound Forge is self-explanatory and elaborative. The left pane of the editor is loaded with various options like different effects, options to import, etc.
This editor has various tools of premium quality and different plugins with presets. Moreover, it offers professional recording quality that is up to 32-bit / 384 kHz.

5. Ocenaudio

Key Features

How can you speed up your work? Try Ocenaudio because it allows you to preview the real-time effects, and hence this helps in speeding up your work.
Do you know you can also analyze the spectral content of your video? With Ocenaudio, you can get a spectrogram view.
You can get fantastic filter options with this sound editor. The easy-to-understand interface makes it easy for users to work accordingly.

Last Words

Try It Free

For Win 7 or later (64-bit)

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For macOS 10.12 or later

Part 1. What Should Be Considered Before Choose a Sound Editor?

There are various sound editors available. We are here to help you by sharing different factors that should be considered to select a better sound editing app. Let’s start!

1. Recording Options and Supported Channels

2. Plugins and Add On

3. Operating System and Pricing

4. Editing Features

A sound editor should contain a mixture of basic and advanced editing features across its platform. It should include features such as the ones provided as follows:

Audio Tracks: A good sound editor should at least support playing three audio tracks simultaneously in addition to the sound of the main audio track.
Volume Control: Apart from this, an ideal sound editing software should also enable volume control for different parts of the video project.
Normalization: Among the different features, one very noticeable feature that sound editing apps must have is Normalization. The feature automatically adjusts all the different volume levels of various sounds into balance.
Auto Music: Auto music is the next editing feature we are going to share. This feature helps to make the length of the stock library audio according to your project length.
Noise Filter: What do you think about noise filters? They are essential as in case of any recording that has background noise; these filters can do the magic.

5. Export Audio

Part 2. 5 Recommended Best Sound Editor in 2024

1. WavePad Audio Editing Software

Key Features

WavePad Sound Editor is a very powerful editor for stunning editing. Some amazing features that you get from WavePad are Spectral Analysis, Scrub and Search Audio, etc.
This editor extends support to various file formats, including MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG, M4A, AIF, FLA, and others.
Some advanced tools like Speech synthesis, Voice Changer, Noise Reduction, Amplification, etc., are also offered by WavePad.

2. Audacity

Key Features

Audacity is known worldwide for its features like analysis tools silence finder, sound finder, beat finder, and more. This editor is easy to use, with multiple tracks.
Various plugins are supported by Audacity that including; Audio Unit Effect, LADSPA, Nyquist, LV2, VST plugins. Moreover, it supports 16-bit, 24-bit, and 32-bit.
What else? You can also record audio through a microphone or mixer. Furthermore, a feature like a digitalized recording from other media is also offered.

3. Adobe Audition

Key Features

Adobe Audition offers a very impressive interface with tons of cool and unmatchable features. This editor has a free trial version.
Adobe is compatible with Windows and macOS. Moreover, it supports a wide range of file formats, including; MP3, WAV, AIFF, MP4, MOV, FLC, and others.
What else can Adobe Audition do? The sound editing app is also great for fixing sounds. It can also share a spectral frequency, diagnostic panels, effects, etc.

4. Sound Forge Audio Studio

Key Features

Sound Forge is not just a sound editor; it’s also a sound recorder that can record podcasts. Not to forget, this editor delivers professional-quality sound.
The interface of Sound Forge is self-explanatory and elaborative. The left pane of the editor is loaded with various options like different effects, options to import, etc.
This editor has various tools of premium quality and different plugins with presets. Moreover, it offers professional recording quality that is up to 32-bit / 384 kHz.

5. Ocenaudio

Key Features

How can you speed up your work? Try Ocenaudio because it allows you to preview the real-time effects, and hence this helps in speeding up your work.
Do you know you can also analyze the spectral content of your video? With Ocenaudio, you can get a spectrogram view.
You can get fantastic filter options with this sound editor. The easy-to-understand interface makes it easy for users to work accordingly.

Last Words

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Audio Shaping

Updated The Updated Guide to Voiceovers in Filmmaking - From Recording to Editing for 2024

The Updated Guide to Voiceovers in Filmmaking - From Recording to Editing

How to Record & Add Voiceover to Videos

Liza Brown

Part 1: Record Voiceover and Add it to Video

1. Connect Microphone to Computer

2. Record voiceover

3. Edit Recorded Voiceover to Video

4. Sync Voiceover to Video

5. Export and save the new file

Part 2: How to Record and Add Voiceover File during Video editing in Filmora

1. Import the video to Filmora

2. Record Voiceover in Video Editing

3. Edit voiceover and Export

Liza Brown

Part 1: Record Voiceover and Add it to Video

1. Connect Microphone to Computer

2. Record voiceover

3. Edit Recorded Voiceover to Video

4. Sync Voiceover to Video

5. Export and save the new file

Part 2: How to Record and Add Voiceover File during Video editing in Filmora

1. Import the video to Filmora

2. Record Voiceover in Video Editing

3. Edit voiceover and Export

Liza Brown

Part 1: Record Voiceover and Add it to Video

1. Connect Microphone to Computer

2. Record voiceover

3. Edit Recorded Voiceover to Video

4. Sync Voiceover to Video

5. Export and save the new file

Part 2: How to Record and Add Voiceover File during Video editing in Filmora

1. Import the video to Filmora

2. Record Voiceover in Video Editing

3. Edit voiceover and Export

Liza Brown

Part 1: Record Voiceover and Add it to Video

1. Connect Microphone to Computer

2. Record voiceover

3. Edit Recorded Voiceover to Video

4. Sync Voiceover to Video

5. Export and save the new file

Part 2: How to Record and Add Voiceover File during Video editing in Filmora

1. Import the video to Filmora

2. Record Voiceover in Video Editing

3. Edit voiceover and Export

Integrating Subtle Audio Declines: Techniques for Gradual Volume Reduction in iMovie

How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac?

Shanoon Cox

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac

Method 1: Use Fade Handles to Add Fade in/Fade out Effect in iMovie

Step 1. Enable Audio Waveform

Step 2. Move Pointer to Apply Fade Effects

Step 3. Playback to Check

Method 2: Use the Audio Inspector to Apply Fade in/Fade Out Effect in iMovie

Step 1. Open Your iMovie Project and Select a Clip

Step 2. Set the Fade In and Fade Out Effect

Step 3. Save the Audio Fade In and Out Effect

Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

Step 1. Import Your Video

Step 2. Add the Audio Fade In/Out Effect to Your Video

Step 3. Save Your Video

Shanoon Cox

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac

Method 1: Use Fade Handles to Add Fade in/Fade out Effect in iMovie

Step 1. Enable Audio Waveform

Step 2. Move Pointer to Apply Fade Effects

Step 3. Playback to Check

Method 2: Use the Audio Inspector to Apply Fade in/Fade Out Effect in iMovie

Step 1. Open Your iMovie Project and Select a Clip

Step 2. Set the Fade In and Fade Out Effect

Step 3. Save the Audio Fade In and Out Effect

Part 2: An Easier Way to Fade Audio and Music on Mac

Step 1. Import Your Video

Step 2. Add the Audio Fade In/Out Effect to Your Video

Step 3. Save Your Video

Shanoon Cox

Part 1: How to Fade Music and Audio in iMovie on Mac