In the image below, the parts of the audio waveform outside of the blue area might not be represented without the use of compression.Īs more compression is introduced to the mix, the high dynamic range of the audio (difference between loud explosions and soft footsteps) will get smaller and smaller.

In general, compression ensures that the loudest and softest sounds are represented in the mix by reducing the volume of loud sounds while amplifying softer sounds. Each speaker configuration would have different requirements to allow for accurate representation of the game’s audio.

Some players prefer headsets, while others like to play through their TV speakers. However, not everyone is playing on the same audio setup. This means that the impact of loud explosions or gunfire are (and should be) much more prominent than footsteps. There is no doubt that the audio in Modern Warfare has a high dynamic range. Starting with what it is and how it is used in Modern Warfare. To accommodate the different audio set-ups players might have, the team has put together a few presets that will adjust the audio based on the type of equipment, and make sure that Modern Warfare sounds great no matter what you play on.īefore we talk about the presets, let’s first touch on compression. From the quietest footsteps to the “crack” of bullets whizzing by, it’s important to be able to hear everything regardless of the headphones or speakers you have. In Modern Warfare there are a wide spectrum of sounds to be listening for.

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