Fade Audio In & Out
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A recording that starts at full volume and stops dead sounds unfinished — it is the single clearest difference between a raw file and an edited one. A fade in of a second or two eases the listener in and hides the click of a recording starting; a fade out of three to five seconds at the end lets a piece of music finish rather than stop. The shape matters too: a straight line is fine for speech, while music generally sounds more natural with a gentle curve, which spends more of the fade at the quiet end where the ear is most sensitive to change.
Frequently asked questions
How long should a fade be?
One to two seconds in, three to five seconds out, for music. For speech keep both under a second, or the first words disappear into the fade.
Which shape should I choose?
Even for speech and short clips. Gentle for music — it follows how the ear hears volume, so the fade sounds smooth rather than sudden at the end.
Is my file uploaded?
No — the fade is applied in your browser.
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