xtra.audio

Mixing & Export ​

The Session Editor provides mixing tools to control volume dynamics and define transition points between audio elements.

Volume Automation ​

Volume automation uses envelope curves to change volume over time. This allows dynamic adjustments like fading music under a voice track.

Creating Automation Points ​

  1. Select a track with automation enabled
  2. Click on the automation lane to add a point
  3. Drag points to adjust timing (horizontal) and level (vertical)
  4. Add multiple points to create complex curves

Editing Automation ​

  • Move: Drag a point to reposition
  • Delete: Right-click a point and select Remove
  • Reset: Clear all automation points to return to static volume

Envelope Editor

Ducking ​

Ducking automatically reduces the volume of background tracks when a voice track is active.

Ducking Modes ​

ModeBehavior
SimpleReduces volume by a fixed amount
RelativeReduces volume proportionally to the voice level
SmartAnalyzes audio to apply smooth transitions

Configuring Ducking ​

  1. Select the voice track as the ducking source
  2. Select target tracks (music, beds)
  3. Choose a ducking mode
  4. Adjust the reduction amount

Mix Points ​

Mix points define transition timing between rotation items. In rotation sessions, the mix point determines when the outro track begins playing.

Setting Mix Points ​

  1. Position the playhead at the desired transition point
  2. Click Set Mix Point or drag the mix point marker
  3. The outro track aligns to start at this position

Mix point data is saved with the rotation item and affects scheduling calculations for subsequent items.

Mix Point Display

Saving Sessions ​

Save Process ​

  1. Click the Save button in the toolbar
  2. New sessions receive a unique identifier
  3. Rotation sessions link to their rotation item
  4. Recorded voice tracks upload to the server

What Gets Saved ​

  • Track positions and arrangement
  • Cue points and fades
  • Volume levels and automation
  • Mix point data
  • Recorded audio files

INFO

Sessions do not export to audio files. The arrangement plays live in the Studio, allowing real-time playback and further adjustments.