When working with 32 bit float audio recordings, it is normal for the raw audio files to sound very quiet when first played back. This is expected behaviour and does not indicate a problem with your recording.
Unlike traditional audio formats, 32 bit float recordings capture an extremely wide dynamic range, allowing you to recover both quiet and loud audio during post production.
Why Does the Recording Sound Quiet?
Raw 32 bit float recordings are intentionally left unprocessed. They are designed to preserve the full dynamic range of the recording rather than being optimised for immediate playback.
To bring the recording to a suitable listening level, you will need to normalise or adjust the gain within your preferred Digital Audio Workstation (DAW).
Editing 32 Bit Float Recordings
- Import the recording into your preferred DAW.
- Adjust the clip gain or use the normalise function.
- Continue editing, mixing and exporting as required.
Once the recording has been normalised, it will play back at an appropriate listening level while retaining the benefits of the original 32 bit float recording.
For more information about the NT1 5th Gen, please see our NT1 5th Gen User Guide.