iMovie No Sound or Voiceover Volume Low
Quick answer
When you add a voiceover, iMovie lowers the main clip volume, which can look like missing audio. Check clip volume and mute settings.
Most likely fix: Check volume
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Check volume
- Select the clip and open the volume controls
- Raise the volume and unmute
Did this fix it?2. Disconnect Bluetooth
- Disconnect Bluetooth audio devices
- Play back again
Did this fix it?3. Test with a short export
- Export a short segment
- Check the sound
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Original audio quiet or missing after adding voiceover.
Why it happens
- Automatic volume lowering under voiceover
- Muted clip
- Bluetooth device connected
This guide also covers
- imovie no sound
- imovie voiceover not working
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