överdubs
Overdubs, or overdub recording, is a studio technique in which new sounds are recorded over a previously captured performance, creating multiple layers of audio. It is commonly used in music production and in film and television post-production. In music, overdubs are typically added after a base track has been laid down on a multi-track system, whether analog tape or a digital workstation. The result is a composite track with more texture, corrected parts, or expanded arrangements without re-recording the entire performance.
Overdubs may include vocals, guitar, keyboards, percussion, or sound effects, and can involve doubling, harmonies, or
Technology and practice: In digital environments, overdubbing is non-destructive; digital audio workstations provide auto-alignment, time-stretching, and
Considerations: Overdubs can create phase issues or muddiness if overused, and require careful arrangement to preserve