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Advanced Techniques

Take your videos to the next level by adding background music and sound effects.

Background Music

Music sets the mood. Here's how to add it without overpowering your voice.

1Find Royalty-Free Music

Use these safe sources:

2Mixing Rule: The -20dB Rule

Your voice should be loud and clear. Background music should be quiet.
Target: Voice at -3dB, Music at -20dB to -25dB.

3Editing Tool

Use a free editor like DaVinci Resolve or CapCut to layer music under your video.

Sound Effects

Subtle sound effects make your content more engaging and professional.

When to Use SFX

  • Transitions between topics
  • Highlighting key points
  • Intro/outro sequences
  • Call-to-action moments

Free SFX Sources

Pro Tip

Less is more! Don't overload your video with effects. 2-3 well-placed sounds are better than 20 random ones.

Recommended Editing Tools

DaVinci Resolve

Professional-grade, completely free

CapCut

Easy to use, great for beginners

Audacity

Audio editing only, free & powerful