Ohjaajaäänityksiin

Ohjaajaäänityksiin, often translated as director's recordings or guide tracks, are temporary audio recordings used during the production of music, film, or other media. Their primary purpose is to provide a reference for musicians, actors, or editors to follow during their own performances or work.

In music production, a director's recording might be a simple vocal or instrumental track laid down by the director or a session musician. This guide track helps the main performers understand the intended melody, rhythm, and timing of a song. It can be particularly useful for complex arrangements or when working with musicians who are not fluent in reading sheet music.

For film and video production, director's recordings are often used for dialogue replacement or ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement). After filming, actors may re-record their lines in a studio to improve clarity or correct performance issues. The director's recording serves as a cue for the actor to synchronize their new dialogue with the on-screen action. Similarly, they can be used in animation or video game development to guide voice actors.

These recordings are not intended for the final product. They are working tools that facilitate the creative process and ensure that all elements of a production are aligned. Once the primary performances or recordings are complete, the director's recording is typically discarded. The term emphasizes the guiding role of the director in shaping the final audio output.