DaVinci Resolve: Adding and mixing background music

All demos from “In Depth DaVinci Resolve Video Editing Tutorial - Mac & PC 2026”

1. 2:541:19Importing footage into DaVinci ResolveThe instructor demonstrates two methods for importing media: using the File menu to select specific clips and dragging entire folder structures directly into the Media Pool to maintain organization.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
2. 4:221:47Timeline navigation and playback controlsA walkthrough of the DaVinci Resolve timeline showing how to use the playhead, keyboard shortcuts (J, K, L), and zoom tools to navigate through video clips.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
3. 6:091:33Trimming and cutting clips with the Blade toolThe demo shows how to trim clip edges by dragging and how to use the Blade tool and Command+B shortcut to split clips and delete unwanted sections.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
4. 7:491:09Adjusting clip properties in the InspectorThe instructor shows how to use the Inspector tab to modify video zoom, rotation, and audio volume for a selected clip on the timeline.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
5. 10:460:30Changing timeline playback resolutionA demonstration of how to reduce playback quality to half or quarter resolution to improve performance on older computers without affecting final export quality.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
6. 11:262:44Configuring Project Settings and Vertical ResolutionThe video shows how to access the master settings to set timeline resolution, frame rate, and toggle vertical resolution for social media content like TikTok or Reels.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
7. 16:050:22Reframing and scaling videoThe instructor demonstrates adjusting the X and Y position and zoom scale to remove unwanted objects (like a light fixture) from the frame.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
8. 17:451:51Installing and applying a LUTA step-by-step guide on importing a Sony LUT into the DaVinci Resolve LUT folder and applying it to log footage for an instant color grade.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
9. 20:053:15Manual color correction with Color WheelsThe demo explains and shows how to adjust Lift, Gamma, Gain, and Offset to balance shadows, midtones, and highlights in the Color page.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
10. 24:210:45Normalizing audio levelsThe instructor demonstrates how to use the 'Normalize Audio Levels' function to automatically bring quiet dialogue up to a target true peak of -1dB.DaVinci Resolve· AI Audio Editor
11. 25:330:39Applying a Compressor in FairlightA quick demonstration of using the Dynamics window in the Fairlight page to turn on a compressor for equalizing audio volume swings.DaVinci Resolve· AI Audio Editor
12. 27:460:58Ripple editing with keyboard shortcutsThe video shows how to use 'Command+Shift+[' and 'Command+Shift+]' to quickly trim the start or end of a clip and ripple the timeline simultaneously.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
13. 30:540:43Creating a 'Punch-In' editThe instructor demonstrates scaling a clip to create a secondary 'camera angle' look, ensuring eye-lines match between the wide and tight shots.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
14. 32:001:11Pasting attributes across multiple clipsA demo of using 'Option+V' to copy color correction, zoom, and position settings from one clip and apply them to several others at once.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
15. 34:570:42Using In and Out points for B-rollThe instructor shows how to use the 'I' and 'O' keys in the source viewer to select a specific portion of a clip before dragging it onto the timeline.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
16. 39:540:29Creating slow motion with Retime ControlsThe demo shows how to open Retime Controls (Command+R) and change clip speed to 50% for a slow-motion effect.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
17. 45:502:38Customizing video transitions with Motion BlurThe instructor demonstrates applying a 'Push' transition and then using the Inspector to add motion blur and 'Ease In/Out' for a professional look.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
18. 49:271:18Using an overlay transition with transparencyA walkthrough of aligning a custom arrow transition graphic over a cut point to hide the jump between two clips.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
19. 52:293:31Manually creating and styling subtitlesThe video shows how to add a subtitle track, type text manually, and style the font, stroke, and background for the entire track.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
20. 56:100:46Generating Auto-Captions (Studio Version)A demonstration of the DaVinci Resolve Studio AI tool that automatically transcribes audio into subtitle clips on the timeline.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
21. 1:00:301:20Adding and mixing background musicCurrentThe instructor shows how to drag music onto the timeline and use the Mixer or Inspector to lower the volume so it doesn't overpower the dialogue.DaVinci Resolve· AI Audio Editor
22. 1:04:191:02Exporting video with burned-in subtitlesA walkthrough of the Deliver page settings, specifically showing how to enable 'Burn into video' for subtitles during the final render.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
23. 1:08:383:14Creating a title hook with Pop transitionsThe instructor demonstrates building a custom title with a logo and applying a 'Pop' transition to make the elements animate onto the screen.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
24. 1:16:043:37Animating a smooth zoom with Keyframe CurvesA deep dive into setting zoom keyframes and using the Curve Editor to change linear motion into a smooth, professional ease-in animation.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
25. 1:19:593:35Removing image backgrounds with the Magic Mask/Alpha OutputThe instructor demonstrates how to use the Pen tool and Alpha Output in the Color page to mask out a subject and create a transparent background.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
26. 1:23:404:21Layering text behind a masked subjectA demonstration of placing a custom title on a track between a background layer and a masked subject layer to create a 3D depth effect.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
27. 1:39:361:51Applying a Film Burn overlay with Screen blend modeThe video shows how to use a film burn asset and change its Composite Mode to 'Screen' to create a stylized light-leak transition.DaVinci Resolve· AI Video Editor
28. 1:42:562:24Syncing sound effects to on-screen motionThe instructor demonstrates frame-by-frame alignment of 'pop' and 'whoosh' sound effects to match the visual timing of titles and transitions.DaVinci Resolve· AI Audio Editor
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1. 4:37:271:46Using the Sound LibraryCasey shows how to add a local folder to the Sound Library to index, search, and audition sound effects directly within Fairlight.Casey Faris
2. 4:49:322:05Audio Compression and DynamicsCasey demonstrates using the Dynamics panel in Fairlight to apply compression to dialogue, leveling out the volume for better clarity.Casey Faris
3. 20:402:05Mix audio levels using the Mixer and MetersThe demo shows how to use the Audio Meters to monitor decibel levels and adjust volume for individual clips or entire tracks via the Mixer panel.Justin Brown - Primal Video
4. 24:210:45Normalizing audio levelsThe instructor demonstrates how to use the 'Normalize Audio Levels' function to automatically bring quiet dialogue up to a target true peak of -1dB.Content Creators
5. 25:330:39Applying a Compressor in FairlightA quick demonstration of using the Dynamics window in the Fairlight page to turn on a compressor for equalizing audio volume swings.Content Creators
6. 1:00:301:20Adding and mixing background musicCurrentThe instructor shows how to drag music onto the timeline and use the Mixer or Inspector to lower the volume so it doesn't overpower the dialogue.Content Creators
7. 1:42:562:24Syncing sound effects to on-screen motionThe instructor demonstrates frame-by-frame alignment of 'pop' and 'whoosh' sound effects to match the visual timing of titles and transitions.Content Creators
8. 16:590:29Apply audio filters to sound effectsThe video shows how to add a lowpass filter to a whoosh sound effect to create a cinematic rumble.Resolve Cut
9. 22:141:18Adjusting audio levels on the timelineA demonstration of using the audio meters to identify clipping and dragging the white volume line on a clip to normalize audio levels.Ben Claremont
10. 24:531:17Adding background music and audio fadesThe user shows how to add a music track, lower its volume relative to dialogue, and use the fade handles to create a smooth exit.Ben Claremont
11. 9:591:25AI Music Editor for track shorteningShows how to use the AI Music Editor to automatically shorten a song to a specific duration while maintaining a natural-sounding beat and ending.Justin Brown - Primal Video
12. 11:261:01AI Audio Assistant for automatic mixingDemonstrates the 'Audio Assistant' tool which automatically balances dialogue and music levels for a YouTube-standard mix.Justin Brown - Primal Video