Audio Editing and Mixing Flashcards
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What is an 'L-cut' in video editing?
Answer: When the video from the previous clip continues after the audio has switched to the next clip
An L-cut is when the video from scene A continues playing while the audio has already transitioned to scene B.
What does 'ADR' stand for in film post-production audio?
Answer: Automatic Dialogue Replacement
ADR (Automatic Dialogue Replacement) is the process of re-recording dialogue in a studio to replace unusable production audio.
Which type of microphone is most commonly used for on-camera interviews to isolate the subject's voice?
Answer: Shotgun microphone
Shotgun microphones have a narrow pickup pattern that rejects off-axis sound, making them ideal for isolating subjects during interviews.
What does 'EQ' stand for in audio post-production?
Answer: Equalization
EQ stands for Equalization, which involves adjusting the balance of specific frequency ranges in an audio signal.
What is audio 'clipping' in the context of video editing?
Answer: Distortion that occurs when an audio signal exceeds the maximum level (0 dBFS)
Audio clipping occurs when a signal exceeds 0 dBFS, causing the waveform to be cut off and producing harsh distortion.
What is the function of a 'de-esser' in audio post-production?
Answer: To reduce harsh sibilant sounds like 's' and 'sh' in vocals
A de-esser is a frequency-specific compressor that targets and reduces harsh high-frequency sibilance in vocal recordings.
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