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How to pan spatial audio for realistic depth and faster mixes

How-to guide

How to pan spatial audio for realistic depth and faster mixes

This guide gives a fast, practical panning workflow you can use in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve or your DAW to restore realistic depth quickly, then shows where smart SFX tooling can accelerate auditioning and iteration.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 31, 2026

Foley recording techniques: how to capture fast, usable SFX

How-to guide

Foley recording techniques: how to capture fast, usable SFX

Below is a practical, no-nonsense guide to making Foley sessions predictable, editable and fast to deliver, plus where Krotos tools can speed up the parts you never have time for.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 30, 2026

How to trim audio quickly and cleanly in Premiere Pro and Resolve

How-to guide

How to trim audio quickly and cleanly in Premiere Pro and Resolve

This guide gives you a tidy, keyboard-driven workflow for Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve that keeps edits natural and export-ready, plus short checks you can run in two minutes to avoid rework.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 28, 2026

How to choose game audio software for fast sound design

How-to guide

How to choose game audio software for fast sound design

This guide highlights common pitfalls, a better selection approach, a practical workflow, real-world examples, final QA checks, and where Krotos fits in.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 27, 2026

Post production sound design: a practical guide for editors

How-to guide

Post production sound design: a practical guide for editors

This outline maps what to prepare, step-by-step examples, fixes for common snags and how to hand off final stems cleanly.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 26, 2026

Film sound design: a how-to guide for editors and filmmakers

How-to guide

Film sound design: a how-to guide for editors and filmmakers

Film sound design is the craft of choosing, creating and arranging the sounds a viewer hears so the picture reads as real and emotionally engaging.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 25, 2026

How to use an AI soundscape generator to create ambience

How-to guide

How to use an AI soundscape generator to create ambience

AI-generated ambiences can be brilliant time-savers, but a few predictable mistakes make them feel synthetic and hard to mix.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 24, 2026

How to speed up sound design with Krotos Sound Design Pro

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How to speed up sound design with Krotos Sound Design Pro

Expect practical tips for creating whooshes, footsteps and car ambience, plus export and handoff checks so editors can drop assets straight into timelines

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 23, 2026

How to speed up sound design in DaVinci Resolve

How-to guide

How to speed up sound design in DaVinci Resolve

This guide shows a repeatable Fairlight workflow that keeps picture-locked editors moving and helps sound designers work faster & cleaner.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 22, 2026

How to do automated dialogue replacement (ADR) in Premiere Pro

How-to guide

How to do automated dialogue replacement (ADR) in Premiere Pro

This guide explains what ADR is in plain terms, why it matters to editors and filmmakers.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 21, 2026

Audio mixing and mastering: how to get fast, deliverable results

How-to guide

Audio mixing and mastering: how to get fast, deliverable results

This guide gives a compact, stage based workflow you can apply immediately, plus practical checks and examples for Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve and game audio pipelines. Follow the stages, use a couple of go to references and you will deliver professional, consistent results fast.

JJ Lyon

May 21, 2026

Sound to picture: practical guide for creators

How-to guide

Sound to picture: practical guide for creators

A tight, practical guide to taking sound to picture fast, a repeatable workflow, the prep you need, three worked examples you can copy, quick fixes for common problems, and clean delivery tips to hand off to editors or engines.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 21, 2026

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How to pan spatial audio for realistic depth and faster mixes

How-to guide

How to pan spatial audio for realistic depth and faster mixes

This guide gives a fast, practical panning workflow you can use in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve or your DAW to restore realistic depth quickly, then shows where smart SFX tooling can accelerate auditioning and iteration.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 31, 2026

Foley recording techniques: how to capture fast, usable SFX

How-to guide

Foley recording techniques: how to capture fast, usable SFX

Below is a practical, no-nonsense guide to making Foley sessions predictable, editable and fast to deliver, plus where Krotos tools can speed up the parts you never have time for.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 30, 2026

How to trim audio quickly and cleanly in Premiere Pro and Resolve

How-to guide

How to trim audio quickly and cleanly in Premiere Pro and Resolve

This guide gives you a tidy, keyboard-driven workflow for Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve that keeps edits natural and export-ready, plus short checks you can run in two minutes to avoid rework.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 28, 2026

How to choose game audio software for fast sound design

How-to guide

How to choose game audio software for fast sound design

This guide highlights common pitfalls, a better selection approach, a practical workflow, real-world examples, final QA checks, and where Krotos fits in.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 27, 2026

Post production sound design: a practical guide for editors

How-to guide

Post production sound design: a practical guide for editors

This outline maps what to prepare, step-by-step examples, fixes for common snags and how to hand off final stems cleanly.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 26, 2026

Film sound design: a how-to guide for editors and filmmakers

How-to guide

Film sound design: a how-to guide for editors and filmmakers

Film sound design is the craft of choosing, creating and arranging the sounds a viewer hears so the picture reads as real and emotionally engaging.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 25, 2026

How to use an AI soundscape generator to create ambience

How-to guide

How to use an AI soundscape generator to create ambience

AI-generated ambiences can be brilliant time-savers, but a few predictable mistakes make them feel synthetic and hard to mix.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 24, 2026

How to speed up sound design in DaVinci Resolve

How-to guide

How to speed up sound design in DaVinci Resolve

This guide shows a repeatable Fairlight workflow that keeps picture-locked editors moving and helps sound designers work faster & cleaner.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 22, 2026

How to do automated dialogue replacement (ADR) in Premiere Pro

How-to guide

How to do automated dialogue replacement (ADR) in Premiere Pro

This guide explains what ADR is in plain terms, why it matters to editors and filmmakers.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 21, 2026

Audio mixing and mastering: how to get fast, deliverable results

How-to guide

Audio mixing and mastering: how to get fast, deliverable results

This guide gives a compact, stage based workflow you can apply immediately, plus practical checks and examples for Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve and game audio pipelines. Follow the stages, use a couple of go to references and you will deliver professional, consistent results fast.

JJ Lyon

May 21, 2026

Sound to picture: practical guide for creators

How-to guide

Sound to picture: practical guide for creators

A tight, practical guide to taking sound to picture fast, a repeatable workflow, the prep you need, three worked examples you can copy, quick fixes for common problems, and clean delivery tips to hand off to editors or engines.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 21, 2026

How to do sound design in Premiere: fast, practical steps

How-to guide

How to do sound design in Premiere: fast, practical steps

This guide starts by showing what typically goes wrong, then gives a fast, practical Premiere centred workflow to get pro sounding results without the guesswork.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 21, 2026

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Krotos Studio 2.2.2 February 2025 Update

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Krotos Studio 2.2.2 February 2025 Update

We're excited to announce the release of Krotos Studio 2.2.2! This update focuses on several quality-of-life improvements. 🎛️🔊

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

February 25, 2025

Introducing Royalty-Free Music in Krotos Studio

Product update

Introducing Royalty-Free Music in Krotos Studio

Finding the perfect royalty free music can be a frustrating, task. So, we set out to make the process of adding music to your video edits much easier.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

February 25, 2025

Krotos Studio Monthly Update

Product update

Krotos Studio Monthly Update

We update this post every month with news and updates that come to Krotos Studio. Features, bug fixes and the latest presets are all covered

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

February 1, 2025

Introducing Send to Host: Simplifying sound design in DaVinci Resolve

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Introducing Send to Host: Simplifying sound design in DaVinci Resolve

Transform your sound design workflow in DaVinci Resolve with Send to Host. Sync sound effects accurately and efficiently in just three steps

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

January 27, 2025

Ben Jacquier, Image to Sound & the Ambience Generator

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Ben Jacquier, Image to Sound & the Ambience Generator

Ben Jacquier gets to grips with the latest innovative technology inside Krotos Studio - Image to Sound.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

January 14, 2025

15 Glitch Transitions Sound Effects Presets

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15 Glitch Transitions Sound Effects Presets

This brand-new preset pack offers 15 cutting-edge, performable presets that make crafting unique glitch effects easier and more intuitive than ever

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

December 19, 2024

Image to Sound Effects: Now available in Krotos Studio

Product update

Image to Sound Effects: Now available in Krotos Studio

Explore the powerful features of Ambience Generator Version 2, including image-to-sound functionality and an expanded sound library for rich soundscapes.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

December 18, 2024

Krotos Studio 2.1.3 November 2024 Update: Isla

Product update

Krotos Studio 2.1.3 November 2024 Update: Isla

We're excited to announce the release of Krotos Studio 2.1.2, bringing significant improvements to content management and control capabilities.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

December 9, 2024

Very Demure, Very Mindful: Introducing the Creator Toolkit

Product update

Very Demure, Very Mindful: Introducing the Creator Toolkit

Leave TikToks trending sound effects behind and create your own with the Creator Toolkit in Krotos Studio

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

November 7, 2024

Krotos Studio 2.1.0 September 2024 Update

Product update

Krotos Studio 2.1.0 September 2024 Update

We're thrilled to announce the release of Krotos Studio 2.1.0, featuring our innovative AI Ambience Generator.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

September 3, 2024

How to share Krotos Studio presets: introducing Preset Export

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How to share Krotos Studio presets: introducing Preset Export

The Preset Export feature will to take your collaborative workflow to the next level. make presets and share them with ease.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

September 3, 2024

Krotos Studio May 4th Update - Preset Overview

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Krotos Studio May 4th Update - Preset Overview

11 new presets to explore, inspired by our favourite galaxy far, far away. This month theres weapons, vehicles, whooshes, Foley and more. Crafted by our in house sound designers who love all things sci-fi.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 2, 2024

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Is AI replacing sound designers and composers?

Case study / interview

Is AI replacing sound designers and composers?

Orfeas Boteas, CEO of Krotos, shares his perspective on AI’s role in sound design, music and impact on creativity.

Orfeas Boteas
JJ Lyon

March 14, 2025

Krotos Studio or Artlist: Which One Fits Your Workflow?

Case study / interview

Krotos Studio or Artlist: Which One Fits Your Workflow?

Stuck on whether to try Artlist or Krotos Studio? Let this guide help you with your decision. we explore both sound effects tools in depth.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

March 1, 2025

Behind the Sound of The Witcher 4 Trailer

Case study / interview

Behind the Sound of The Witcher 4 Trailer

Interview with Wojciech Chołaściński, the Sound Designer who brought the Witcher IV's epic reveal trailer to life

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

February 7, 2025

How to create Cinematic Sound Design: Full in-depth Tutorial

Case study / interview

How to create Cinematic Sound Design: Full in-depth Tutorial

Dive in to this in-depth tutorial on how to craft Cinematic sound design, from filmmaker Alex Zarfati.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

December 9, 2024

Pulp Fiction Sound Effects Recreation with Krotos Studio

Case study / interview

Pulp Fiction Sound Effects Recreation with Krotos Studio

See this hilarious recreation of the dance scene from Pulp Fiction, from Musicless Musicvideo; made using Krotos Studio

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

December 5, 2024

Explore Krotos Everything Bundle 5: Sound Design Video

Case study / interview

Explore Krotos Everything Bundle 5: Sound Design Video

Discover Krotos Everything Bundle 5 plugins to create immersive soundscapes in our walkthrough video with expert sound designer James David Redding III.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

November 22, 2024

Get a free Restaurant Foley sound effect preset

Case study / interview

Get a free Restaurant Foley sound effect preset

Join our community to share your sound presets and get featured! Discover the Restaurant Foley preset by James David Redding III and download it for free

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

October 27, 2024

Discover why filmmaker Alex Zarfati chooses Krotos Studio for sound

Case study / interview

Discover why filmmaker Alex Zarfati chooses Krotos Studio for sound

Filmmaker Alex Zarfati shares his insights into why Krotos Studio has become a go-to tool in his creative workflow

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

October 25, 2024

Creating Peaky Blinders Sound Effects with Krotos Studio

Case study / interview

Creating Peaky Blinders Sound Effects with Krotos Studio

Ben Jacquier uses Krotos Studio to create sound effects. In this video, he recreates a scene from Peaky Blinders, using Krotos Studio only.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

August 2, 2024

Discover How Ben Burtt Created Iconic Star Wars Sounds

Case study / interview

Discover How Ben Burtt Created Iconic Star Wars Sounds

We explore what the sounds of the Force mean, offering some techniques and ideas to explore when making similar sound effects for yourself

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

May 1, 2024

Lightsaber Deep Dive: A Closer Look at the Iconic Sci-Fi Sound Effect

Case study / interview

Lightsaber Deep Dive: A Closer Look at the Iconic Sci-Fi Sound Effect

Explore the unique sounds of lightsabers in Star Wars, crafted by sound designer Ben Burtt. Learn how iconic effects convey character and emotion.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

April 15, 2024

Star Wars Blaster Sound Effects: A Symphony of Sci-Fi Warfare

Case study / interview

Star Wars Blaster Sound Effects: A Symphony of Sci-Fi Warfare

Synonymous with the Star Wars universe, the Blaster is the classic laser gun we often associate with this franchise.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

April 14, 2024

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Krotos Studio Basics: The Interface & Performing Sounds

Tutorial

Krotos Studio Basics: The Interface & Performing Sounds

If you’ve just installed Krotos Studio and you’re staring at the interface thinking, “Right then,” this walkthrough was made for you.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

February 18, 2026

Krotos Video to Sound: A quick overview

Tutorial

Krotos Video to Sound: A quick overview

Transform a silent video into a fully designed soundscape in with non-generative AI.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

September 11, 2025

Perform water Foley Sound Effects in real time with Krotos Studio

Tutorial

Perform water Foley Sound Effects in real time with Krotos Studio

With the Water Foley pack in Krotos Studio, you can perform dynamic, gestural water sound effects with ease

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

April 15, 2025

How to use Send to Host in DaVinci Resolve Studio

Tutorial

How to use Send to Host in DaVinci Resolve Studio

See how you can use Send to Host in DaVinci Resolve Studio, for precise and accurate spotting to picture with Krotos Studio.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

January 30, 2025

Creating your first Ambience Preset

Tutorial

Creating your first Ambience Preset

Learn to build your first ambience preset using Krotos Studio Pro. Enhance your sound design with customisable layers & dynamic soundscapes.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

January 14, 2025

Making Cinematic Impact Sound Effect Presets

Tutorial

Making Cinematic Impact Sound Effect Presets

Master the Art of Cinematic Impact Sound Effects with Krotos Studio Pro in this guide, and make an impact on your own projects

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

December 10, 2024

How to add your own sound effects into Krotos Studio Pro

Tutorial

How to add your own sound effects into Krotos Studio Pro

One of the core benefits of the Pro version is expanding your presets with your own sound effects collection. We talk you through how in this video

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

November 21, 2024

How to create Whoosh Presets: Krotos Studio Pro 101 Series

Tutorial

How to create Whoosh Presets: Krotos Studio Pro 101 Series

Check out the three techniques that our sound designers use to create dynamic and impactful whoosh sound effects

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

October 25, 2024

Get a free Retro Gaming sound effect preset

Tutorial

Get a free Retro Gaming sound effect preset

Join the Krotos community and showcase your sound design skills! Create a preset, share it on r/krotos, and get featured in our Sunday Preset Export.

JJ Lyon

October 13, 2024

Get a free Cinematic Taiko Drum sound effect preset

Tutorial

Get a free Cinematic Taiko Drum sound effect preset

Join our community by sharing your preset and get featured! Discover how Matthew Collings crafted a stunning taiko sound effect using Krotos Studio

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

October 6, 2024

AI Ambience Generator Quick Overview

Tutorial

AI Ambience Generator Quick Overview

In this video, we walk you through the process of generating ambience presets inside Krotos Studio with the AI Ambience Generator.

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

October 3, 2024

How to Use the AI Ambience Generator in Krotos Studio

Tutorial

How to Use the AI Ambience Generator in Krotos Studio

Effortlessly generate high-quality ambient sound effects in seconds using Krotos Studio's AI Ambience Generator. Transform your ideas into unique soundscapes!

JJ Lyon
JJ Lyon

September 25, 2024

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