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Layer Based vs Destructive Audio Editing

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This post is part of a series called Editing Audio: The Complete Guide.
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Simple editing such as fades, trims and normalisation is normally destructive, making it difficult to undo just part of what you've done. Layer based editing is non-destructive, making it possible to selectively undo your edits. In this screencast tutorial, Mo Volans contrasts editing in Wavelabs 7 and Soundtrack Pro to show you the difference.

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Mo Volans
Mo Volans has been releasing tracks for well over a decade with many of the world's top electronic labels. Having worked with a long list of high profile artists, he has enjoyed top ten success on numerous of occasions. Mo records under the names MoHawk, Twisted Air, and Openair and also writes music for TV and film. 
Mo is also a prolific writer and journalist writing for publications such as Music Tech, Remix mag and EQ.
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