The final step in audio post-production for broadcast or video, where the finished, mixed audio track is recorded back onto the master video file or tape. This process ensures the sound is perfectly synchronized with the picture before the final product is distributed or aired. It requires strict adherence to timecodes to prevent lip-sync errors.
Heard on the job
The sound mix is approved, so let's schedule the layback for tomorrow morning before we send the master to the network.