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Audio Gain in Filmora for Mac

The Audio Gain feature in Filmora for Mac allows you to adjust the overall gain value of audio clips, enabling batch processing and standardization to maintain consistency across different audio sources. With three distinct gain adjustment methods - fixed gain value, relative gain adjustment, and peak normalization - you can achieve professional audio levels quickly and efficiently.

Access Audio Gain in Filmora for Mac

There are three ways to access the Audio Gain feature in Filmora for Mac:

1 Right-click Method: Select your audio clip in the timeline, right-click, and choose Audio Gain.

Access Audio Gain via Right-click Menu on Mac
Access Audio Gain via Right-click Menu on Mac

2 Menu Method: Go to the top navigation bar, select Tools > Audio > Audio Gain (note: this option is grayed out when no audio clip is selected).

Access Audio Gain via Menu Method on Mac
Access Audio Gain via Menu Method on Mac

3 Keyboard Shortcut: Select an audio clip and press A + G for quick access.

Adjust Gain Value

The Adjust Gain Value option allows you to set a fixed gain value for your audio clip(s). This method is perfect for applying consistent gain adjustments across multiple clips.

1 In the Audio Gain dialog, select Adjust Gain Value.

2 Enter your desired gain value in dB (can be positive or negative).

3 Click Confirm to apply the gain adjustment.

Adjust Gain Value for Single Clip on Mac
Adjust Gain Value for Single Clip on Mac

Normalize Maximum Peak

The Normalize Maximum Peak function analyzes your audio and adjusts the gain so that the highest peak reaches a specified level, ensuring optimal volume without clipping.

1 Select Normalize Maximum Peak to in the Audio Gain dialog.

2 Set your target peak level (typically -3.0 dB to prevent clipping).

3 Click Confirm to normalize the audio to the specified peak level.

Normalize Maximum Peak Setting on Mac
Normalize Maximum Peak Setting on Mac

Batch Processing Multiple Clips

Audio Gain supports efficient batch processing, allowing you to apply the same gain adjustments to multiple audio clips simultaneously, saving time and ensuring consistency across your project.

1 Select multiple audio clips in the timeline by holding Cmd while clicking.

2 Access Audio Gain using any of the three methods mentioned above.

3 When multiple clips are selected, you'll see additional options in the Audio Gain dialog.

Normalize All Peaks (Multiple Clips Only)

The Normalize All Peaks option appears only when multiple audio clips are selected. This feature ensures that all peak levels across different clips are adjusted uniformly, maintaining each clip's dynamic range while achieving consistent levels throughout your project.

1 Select multiple audio clips in the timeline.

2 Open the Audio Gain dialog - you'll now see the Normalize All Peaks to option.

3 Specify your target level for all peaks across the selected clips.

4 Click Confirm to apply consistent normalization to all selected clips.

Normalize All Peaks Option on Mac
Normalize All Peaks Option (Multiple Clips Selected) on Mac