In the film and television industry, a sound effect is the reproduction of a sound that creates an atmosphere or reinforces a mood. They are distinguishable from dialogue, music, and other non-diegetic sounds. Common sound effects include explosions, car crashes, glass breaking, and door slamming. A sound effect can be recorded during post-production using Foley, or created with synthesizers and sound modules. Foley is the process of recreating organic sound effects that cannot be recorded during the live action because it would be too difficult, dangerous, or impossible to record. Synthesized sound effects are created with sound synthesis techniques. These sound effects are often created with artificial sounds that mimic real-world sounds but are not identical to them. There are many sound effect libraries that offer a wide variety of sounds that can be used in film and television productions. These libraries can be purchased or rented, and some are even available for free.
Sound effect services are businesses that provide sound effects for use in film, television, theater, and other media. They may also provide sound effects for use in video games, presentations, and other applications.
Overall, sound effect services can be a great way to improve the quality of your audio recordings. By careful selection of the right sounds and effects, you can give your recordings a professional edge that will make them stand out from the crowd. With so many different sound libraries and services available, there is no excuse not to give your audio recordings the attention they deserve.