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Record audio
You can record audio directly in Final Cut Pro from input sources such as built-in and
external microphones. The recorded audio le appears both in the Event Browser and
as a connected clip in the Timeline.
This function is particularly useful for recording voiceover narration.
Record live audio
1 Position the playhead where you want to start recording in the Timeline.
2 Choose Window > Record Audio.
Click the Record button to
start or stop recording.
3 If necessary, adjust the input parameters by doing any of the following:
 To change where the recording is saved: Choose an Event folder from the Destination
pop-up menu.
 To change the input device or number of input channels (mono or stereo): Choose an
option from the Input Device pop-up menu.
 To adjust the input level of the microphone: Drag the Gain slider right to increase
the input level, or left to decrease it, using the Audio meters to view and correct
audio levels.
4 If necessary, adjust the output parameters by doing any of the following:
 To hear output while recording: Select the Monitor checkbox.
Note: If both input and output sources are near each other (such as the built-in
microphone and built-in speakers), you may experience feedback.
 To change the output device or number of output channels (mono or stereo): Choose an
option from the Monitor pop-up menu.
 To adjust the output level: Drag the Gain slider right to increase the output level, or
left to decrease it.
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