Apply an effect
- Select part of the waveform, or press Ctrl+A to select the whole file.
- Open the Effects menu and pick an effect.
- Adjust the controls and click Preview to listen.
- Click Apply. If you don’t like it, press Ctrl+Z.
Which effect does what
| Effect | Use it to |
|---|---|
| Gain | Make a section louder or quieter |
| Normalize | Raise the whole file to a consistent peak level |
| Graphic EQ (10 or 20 bands) | Add bass, reduce boominess or brighten a voice |
| Paragraphic EQ | Shape the sound with precise, movable filter points |
| Compressor / Hard Limiter | Even out loud and quiet parts, stop peaks clipping |
| Reverb / Delay | Add space or an echo |
| Speed / Playback Rate | Speed up or slow down a recording |
| Reverse, Invert | Play backwards, flip polarity |
| Fade In / Fade Out | Start and end smoothly |
Save your own presets
In effects that support presets, set the controls, choose Save preset and give it a name, for example “My podcast voice”. Next time it is one click away.
For voice recordings, the Podcast chain combines gate, EQ, compression, de-essing, de-breathing and loudness in one pass. See how to remove background noise.
Questions about this task
Can I undo an effect after applying it?
Yes. Press Ctrl+Z, or use the history drawer to go back several steps.
Does it support VST plugins?
No. It uses its own built-in effects.
Can I apply an effect to just part of a file?
Yes. Select the part first; effects apply only to the selection. With nothing selected, select all with Ctrl+A.
How do I make a voice sound clearer?
Try the graphic EQ: reduce around 200–300 Hz if it sounds muddy and add a little around 3–5 kHz for clarity. Then use the compressor and normalize for an even level.
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