So together the default load state for a Channel Sampler can be 8.2 dB lower than the recorded level. This reduces the sample gain by -3 dB at center pan, tapering to 0 dB at the extreme L/R pan Sampler Channels respond to the default Circular Panning Law.If a sample is too quiet you can also play it louder. The default note velocity in FL Studio is 100 (MIDI = 0 to 127). Sampler Channels respond to note velocity.If a Channel Sampler is too quiet, turn it up. The assumption is that Channel Samplers will be used as 'instruments' and so you will be playing (see the next point) and mixing them to sound right To allow some extra headroom for note/step velocity modulation. This 'feature' is to prevent clipping when several Channel Samplers are used together and also Sampler Channels load at a default 55% volume, about -5.2 dB.If you are paying particularly close (and possibly unhealthy) attention to the output levels of Samples playing from Sampler Channels, you may notice they are a few dB down on their level when Orange peaks (over 0 dB) will indicate clipping in the final output or rendered mix, as depicted below. Limiting is a form of automatic peak volume control.įollowing the above steps will ensure the Master track peak meter. Consider also, placing Fruity Limiter in the last FX bank of the master track. Use the Master Track fader to adjust the final level.Adjust Mixer Track Faders and/or Channel volume knobs to obtain the relative instrument levels you desire in the mix.

To ensure the Master mixer track level is an accurate reflection of the final output: The following discussion applies only to the Master Mixer fader. The Monitor Volume knob has no effect on rendered levels - It is designed to allow you to adjust monitoring levels without affecting the mix level. Master Mixer track fader, see the 'Mixer reference diagram' below.There are two places where the overall output level (volume) of FL Studio can be adjusted. How to accurately set the levels of your final mix. The rest can be achieved with some practice and by trusting your ears. Be assured, everything you need to make a professional sounding mix is provided with the stock FL Studio installation. Similarly, we observe many on never-ending search for 'mastering' plugins that will magically make mixes sound 'professional'. Often we see new producers mixing and mastering at the same time, getting confused and ending up with disappointing results. This section explains how to use the tools at your disposal to create a good mix.

Mix and mastering programs