What does "sidechaining" mean?

The use of an audio compressor that controls the gain from main input to output based on the level of the signal at the side-chain input, typically by a disc jockey to lower the music volume automatically when speaking.

What is a synonym for "sidechaining"?

Common synonyms include: r group.

Sidechaining

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1
The use of an audio compressor that controls the gain from main input to output based on the level of the signal at the side-chain input, typically by a disc jockey to lower the music volume automatically when speaking. uncountable

Synonyms

All synonyms

r group

Etymology

From side + chaining.

Related phrases

disc jockey

More for "sidechaining"

Synonyms Sentences Pronunciation Translate

Next best steps

Find stronger synonyms See usage examples Check pronunciation Browse writing guides

Data sourced from Wiktionary, WordNet, CMU, and other open linguistic databases. Updated March 2026.