To create a 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound effect in FL Studio 12, follow these steps:
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Set up your audio interface: Before you begin, make sure your audio interface is properly configured to support surround sound. You will need a multi-channel audio interface that supports 5.1 or 7.1 output.
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Create a surround sound project: Start by creating a new project in FL Studio and selecting a surround sound configuration. Go to the “Audio Settings” menu and select “5.1” or “7.1” as the output format.
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Create a surround sound mixer track: To create a surround sound effect, you will need to route your individual tracks to a surround sound mixer track. Right-click on the mixer and select “Insert > 5.1/7.1 Surround” to create a new surround sound mixer track.
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Route your tracks to the surround sound mixer track: To route your tracks to the surround sound mixer track, select each track in the mixer and click on the “Out” button. Choose the surround sound mixer track from the dropdown menu.
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Adjust panning and levels: To create a realistic surround sound effect, you will need to adjust the panning and levels of each track in the surround sound mixer track. Use the “Panning” and “Level” knobs to adjust the position and volume of each track.
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Add surround sound effects: To enhance the surround sound effect, you can add surround sound effects such as reverb, delay, and chorus. Use the effects plugins in FL Studio to add these effects to your surround sound mixer track.
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Export your surround sound mix: Once you have created your surround sound mix, you can export it as a surround sound file. Go to the “File” menu and select “Export” to export your mix in a surround sound format such as AC3 or DTS.
Source:
FL Studio Manual – Surround Panner
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