Editing Audio mixing (section)

{{Short description|Combining input sources to output channels}}
{{for|audio mixing in recorded music|audio mixing (recorded music)}}

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'''Audio mixing''' is the process by which multiple sounds are combined into one or more [[audio channel]]s. In the process, a source's volume level, [[Equalization (audio)|frequency content]], [[Dynamic range compression|dynamics]], and [[Panning (audio)|panoramic position]] are manipulated or enhanced. This practical, aesthetic, or otherwise creative treatment is done in order to produce a finished version that is appealing to listeners.

Audio mixing is practiced for music, film, television and live sound. The process is generally carried out by a [[mixing engineer]] operating a [[mixing console]] or [[digital audio workstation]].