Quick Guide: How to Use Dynamic Range Control in AudioDirector
Five steps to even out soft and loud audio and export it as a new file.
Updated Nov. 14, 2026 · 1 min read
Steps
1Set the compressor
Under Compressor, drag Threshold left and Ratio right to turn down the loud parts. This example uses -60.5 dB and 19.5:1.
2Raise the output gain
Drag Output gain right to make the whole clip louder again, here 30.0 dB.
3Set the limiter
Under Limiter, drag Threshold a little to the left, here -3.3 dB, to keep peaks from clipping.
4Preview and apply
Select Applied result, click Preview to hear the change, then click Apply.
5Export the clip
Click Export at the top of the window, name the file, choose a Format such as WAV or MP3, and click Export.
We tested these steps in AudioDirector 365 version 17.0.6908 on Windows.
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