How to Add Music to DaVinci Resolve in 3 SIMPLE Steps

Importing Music into DaVinci Resolve

The first step to adding music to your video in DaVinci Resolve is importing the music file. To do this, locate the music file in your system folders, then drag and drop the file into the timeline inside DaVinci Resolve. It's as simple as that!

However, you might be wondering, "What if I don't have any music files on my system?" Well, DaVinci Resolve doesn't include any free music, but there are many sites such as Artlist.io offering free non-copyright music which you can download. For instance, I'd suggest using YouTube's Audio Library, which has thousands of free non-copyright songs for you to download.

Once you've downloaded your chosen music file, you can add these music files to the "Sound Library" inside Resolve for use in later projects. This way, you'll have a ready-to-use library of music tracks at your disposal whenever you need them.

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Adjusting Music Volume and Effects

After you've imported your music file into DaVinci Resolve, you might need to adjust the volume to fit with your other audio tracks, such as voiceovers or sound effects. To do this, simply click on the audio track in the timeline and adjust the volume slider to your desired level.

In my opinion, it's crucial to ensure that your music doesn't overpower the other audio elements in your video. The music should complement the video, not dominate it.

Fine-Tuning Your Music Track

Now that you've added your music and adjusted the volume, you might want to fine-tune the track to better fit your video. This could involve trimming the track, adjusting the fade in and fade out, or even adding effects.

To trim your music track, simply select the track in the timeline and drag the ends to your desired length. For fading in and out, you can use the "audio transitions" feature in DaVinci Resolve.

As far as I know, adding effects to your music track can really make it stand out. DaVinci Resolve offers a range of audio effects that you can apply to your music track. Simply navigate to the "Effects Library" and select "Audio FX". From here, you can drag and drop your chosen effect onto your music track in the timeline.

Wrapping Up

Adding music to your videos in DaVinci Resolve is a straightforward process that can greatly enhance the quality of your content. By following these steps, you'll be able to import music, adjust the volume, and fine-tune your track to perfectly fit your video.

Remember, practice makes perfect. The more you experiment with adding music and adjusting audio settings in DaVinci Resolve, the more comfortable you'll become with the process.

FAQ

Why can't i add music in DaVinci Resolve?

In my experience, if you're having trouble adding music in DaVinci Resolve, it might be due to the format of your music file. DaVinci Resolve supports a wide range of audio formats, but there are some it doesn't. If your music file is in an unsupported format, you'll need to convert it to a supported one, such as WAV or MP3, before you can add it to your project.

How do I add music from Spotify to DaVinci Resolve?

To be honest, adding music from Spotify to DaVinci Resolve isn't straightforward due to Spotify's DRM protection, which prevents its music from being used in other applications. However, there are third-party tools available that can convert Spotify music to a format that DaVinci Resolve can use. Just remember to respect copyright laws and only use music that you have the rights to use.

Why can't i import MP3 in DaVinci Resolve?

If you're having trouble importing MP3 files into DaVinci Resolve, it could be due to a codec issue. Some MP3 files use codecs that aren't supported by DaVinci Resolve. In such cases, you might need to convert your MP3 file to a different format, like WAV, using a third-party audio converter.

Does DaVinci Resolve have a music library?

As far as I know, DaVinci Resolve doesn't come with a built-in music library. However, you can create your own "Sound Library" within the software by importing your music files. This allows you to easily access and use your music tracks in multiple projects.

Can you add music from iTunes to DaVinci Resolve?

Adding music from iTunes to DaVinci Resolve can be a bit tricky due to Apple's DRM protection. However, you can use a third-party tool to convert the iTunes music to a DRM-free format that DaVinci Resolve can use. Again, it's important to respect copyright laws and only use music that you have the rights to use.

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