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Essential Plugins and Workflows for Re-Recording Mixers Part 2: The Glue Factory, Balancing Music and Dialogue
Essential Plugins and Workflows for Re-Recording Mixers Part 2: The Glue Factory, Balancing Music and Dialogue

FabFilter Pro MB offers nuanced control by targeting specific frequency bands, making it ideal for balancing dialogue with music tracks that occupy overlapping mid frequencies. To set up subtle sidechain compression:

  1. Route Dialogue as Sidechain Input: Use your dialogue SUB/AUX track as the sidechain input to FabFilter Pro MB on your music bus.

  2. Focus on Mid Frequencies: Isolate the 1kHz–4kHz range where dialogue typically resides.

  3. Adjust Compression Settings: Set a subtle ratio and threshold so music ducks slightly when dialogue is present. Use a fast attack and moderate release for smooth transitions.

By using dynamic sidechain compression, you can create space in the mix without sacrificing the richness of your music track.

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Audio Engineering, Audio Post Plugins, Audio Production, Audio Software Tools, Audio Storytelling, Music Balancing, Podcasting, Post-Production WorkflowsForrest LotterhosMoon Path Soundre-recording mixing, music balancing, dialogue editing, FabFilter Pro MB, dynamic sidechain compression, subtractive EQ, volume automation, audio post-production, sound design, mixing techniques, audio engineering, music ducking, Pro Tools workflows, audio plugins, mixing tips
Essential Plugins and Workflows for Re-Recording Mixers, Part 1 - Dialogue Editing, Repair and Perfecting
Essential Plugins and Workflows for Re-Recording Mixers, Part 1 - Dialogue Editing, Repair and Perfecting

Gain staging is the foundation of any successful dialogue editing workflow. It ensures your audio levels are balanced throughout the signal chain, preventing distortion or noise buildup. Start by adjusting input levels to maintain a healthy signal-to-noise ratio while leaving enough headroom for processing. Remember, proper gain staging sets the stage for clean and professional mixes.

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Audio Production, Sound Design, Film and Video Production, Audio Engineering, Audio Software Tools, Re-Recording Mix, Dialogue Editing, Music Balancing, Post-Production WorkflowsForrest LotterhosMoon Path Sounddialogue editing, re-recording mix, audio post-production, Waves L1, iZotope RX, FabFilter Pro Q4, noise reduction, spectral repair, volume automation, EQ techniques, VCA management, music balancing, audio workflow optimization, post-production tools, sound design, audio engineering, Audio Post-Production, Sound Design, Re-Recording Mixing, Dialogue Editing, Music Balancing, Audio Engineering, Post-Production Workflows, Audio Software Tools