In film production, lip-synching is often part of the post-production phase. The term can refer to any of a number of different techniques and processes, in the context of live performances and audiovisual recordings. Lip sync or lip synch (short for lip synchronization) is a technical term for matching a speaking or singing person's lip movements with sung or spoken vocals.Īudio for lip syncing is generated through the sound reinforcement system in a live performance or via television, computer, cinema speakers, or other forms of audio output. Lip synchronization of this recording with animation will give the impression that an animated character is speaking. An audio engineer (foreground) recording a voice actor (at microphone) for an animated video production.
