What is Overdubbing?

Overdubbing is a recording technique where additional audio parts are recorded while listening to previously recorded tracks. This allows new performances to be layered on top of an existing recording.

In music production, overdubbing is commonly used to add extra instruments, background vocals, harmonies, or additional takes after the main performance has already been recorded. Each new part is captured on its own track while the earlier tracks play back through headphones or monitors.

Overdubbing is widely used in multitrack recording and modern studio production. It allows artists and producers to gradually build complex arrangements by recording one layer at a time and combining them into a final mix.