Pan (Audio)

Final Cut Pro Glossary

Most devices have the ability to playback two channels of audio, usually left and right, also known as stereo sound. Control the mix between speakers by adjusting the Pan parameter. The amount of pan used determines which speaker the sound plays. Pan all the way left and the sound only plays out of the left speaker. As a subject moves across the frame, guide viewers’ attention to it by panning a sound effect from left to right.

0:00 • What is Pan

0:32 • Adjust Pan Amount using Final Cut Pro

1:03 • Use Keyframes to Adjust Pan

2:19 • Reset a Parameter Using the Inspector

2:58 • Change Project Properties