Dialogue Editing
The dialogue cleanup and balancing stages listed in the quote
Sonic Excellence
Audio Design Services London
Audio design decides what the film needs to hear: dialogue, ambience, effects and music shaped around the cut. Mixing then balances those elements for the agreed destination. The quote defines which stages and contributors are included.
Production record
500+ productions
Operating since 2015
Professional Audio Design & Mixing
We assess the source material, intended channels, required deliverables and review stages before recommending an audio workflow. The quote records which stages are included and the agreed delivery schedule.
Audio design can bring dialogue, effects, ambience and music together around the intended audience and use. It can be commissioned alongside [post-production](/services/post-production/) or as part of a wider [video production](/services/video-production/) project.
Source audio varies from project to project. We review a sample before confirming what can be improved, what may need replacement recording and which deliverables are practical.
Music, foley and specialist recording requirements are assessed against the brief. Any licensing, external facilities or additional contributors are identified in the quote before work begins.
UK broadcasters and platforms can require different loudness and delivery specifications. We confirm the destination before mixing, then scope dialogue cleanup, sound design, music, stereo or surround delivery and any required stems around that handoff.
Possible Audio Scope
The exact people, equipment and finishing work follow the brief. These are the responsibilities Airframe can coordinate as one team.
Sound Design
The agreed sound effects, foley and ambience work for the brief
Music Selection
Music sourcing or composition requirements confirmed for the project
Mixing
Channel layout and mixing requirements agreed for the destination
Mastering
Mastering requirements based on the confirmed delivery specification
ADR Recording
Voiceover, narration or replacement recording where included in scope
Our Audio Process
A clear sequence keeps creative decisions, logistics and review stages connected from the first conversation onward.
Audio Assessment
We review your production audio and identify what needs to be cleaned up, enhanced, or replaced.
Dialogue & Cleanup
We complete the dialogue editing and cleanup stages agreed after the source assessment.
Sound Design
We add the sound effects, foley and ambience identified in the agreed creative scope.
Mix & Master
We mix and master the agreed elements to the confirmed delivery specification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between audio mixing and audio design?
Audio mixing balances dialogue, music and effects within the chosen delivery format. Audio design identifies and creates the sound elements that support the film. The quote defines which disciplines, contributors and review stages are included for the project.
Do you provide royalty-free music?
Music sourcing and licensing can be included when required by the brief. The quote records the proposed music route, licensing scope, deliverables and cost before a track is selected.
Can you fix bad on-set sound?
Heavy clipping, wind and very low recording levels can limit cleanup and may make replacement recording the better option. Send us a representative sample of the source audio. We will assess the material before confirming what cleanup is practical, whether replacement recording should be considered and which work belongs in the quote.
What deliverables do you provide for broadcast?
Broadcast and platform requirements vary. We review the destination specification, then list the included mixes, stems, file formats, mastering requirements and any quality-control handoff in the quote.
Can you fix poor quality audio?
Send us a sample of the source audio and we will assess it before quoting. The review determines whether cleanup is practical or whether replacement recording should be considered.
Do you offer custom music composition?
Custom composition can be scoped when the brief requires it. The quote confirms the music approach, contributors, licensing, deliverables, review stages and cost before work begins.
What's the difference between stereo and 5.1 mixing?
Stereo uses two audio channels, while 5.1 uses six. The appropriate layout depends on the intended platform, venue and delivery specification, and is confirmed in the quote.
Can you deliver to specific broadcast standards?
We review the destination specification before confirming the audio scope. The quote records the included channel layout, mastering requirements, delivery files and any quality-control handoff.
How long does audio post-production take for a 2-minute corporate video?
The schedule depends on the runtime, source quality, track count, sound design, music, review stages and delivery requirements. We assess those inputs and record the agreed delivery date in the quote.
Do I need 5.1 surround sound for my corporate video?
The required channel layout depends on the intended platform, venue and delivery specification. We confirm the appropriate mix format and its cost after reviewing those requirements.
What is the difference between dialogue editing and sound design?
Dialogue editing cleans the recorded material, including breaths, mouth-clicks, room tone and hum. Sound design adds elements such as foley, atmosphere, music and transitions. The quote identifies which stages the film requires.
Can you fix bad on-set audio in post?
We review the source audio before confirming whether cleanup or replacement recording is appropriate. The quote records the agreed work after that assessment.
Do you provide music for video projects?
Music can be scoped through licensing or custom composition, depending on the brief. The quote confirms the proposed route, usage, licensing terms, contributors and cost before music work begins.
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