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Tag: Timecode
Close-up of a sound mixing board with many sliders, representing the audio post-production workflow where timecode drift becomes visible
Post-Production13 min read

Timecode Drift: Why Audio and Picture Fall Out of Sync

Long recordings drift because 23.976fps, 24fps, and 29.97fps are not the same. Learn how to prevent sync drift on multi-cam and audio recorder setups with the right frame rate, timecode generator, and jam sync schedule.

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Audio editing timeline in a professional DAW showing waveform tracks and video sync markers
Post-Production10 min read

What to Do When Your Audio and Picture Are Out of Sync in the Edit

Covers the four root causes of audio-picture sync drift in the edit - sample rate mismatch, frame rate conflicts, timecode breaks, and import offset errors - with a diagnosis and fix workflow for each cause.

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Film editing timeline on a computer monitor showing timecode values and sync markers in post-production
Post-Production16 min read

Timecode in Film Production: How It Works and Why It Matters for Your Edit

Explains drop-frame vs. non-drop-frame timecode, LTC vs. MTC, jam sync, and why incorrect timecode causes expensive problems in post. Includes a frame rate and timecode compatibility reference table.

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