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Format mix/mixing/balance
Format, mix, mixing, and balance are linked terms used when preparing and controlling a sound production.
Level relevance: introduced at Nat 3; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
A learner needs to choose suitable file formats, mix tracks together, and balance levels so the final audio master is clear and appropriate for its purpose.
Topics
MixingExportBalance
Curriculum statusofficial concept
Review statusdraft
Sources
- National 5 Music Technology course specification, May 2023, version 3.0 · accessed 2026-07-08
Used for the National 3, National 4, and National 5 technology and music concept tables.