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How to create Star Wars Lightsaber sound effects

We've done the lightsaber video, now let's tackle the sound.

Aired 09/22/2016 | Rating NR

FromDigital Studios

Shanks FX

How to create Star Wars Lightsaber sound effects

Episode 56 | 4m 35s

We've done the lightsaber video, now let's tackle the sound.

The lightsaber sound from Star Wars was created by legendary sound designer Ben Burtt. He combined the sounds of a 35mm projector and a 70s tube TV to create one of the most iconic sounds in movie history.

Aired 09/22/2016 | Rating NR

FromDigital Studios

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Problems with Closed Captions? Closed Captioning Feedback

Shanks FX

How to create Star Wars Lightsaber sound effects

Episode 56 | 4m 35s

The lightsaber sound from Star Wars was created by legendary sound designer Ben Burtt. He combined the sounds of a 35mm projector and a 70s tube TV to create one of the most iconic sounds in movie history.

Aired 09/22/2016 | Rating NR

FromDigital Studios

Problems with Closed Captions? Closed Captioning Feedback

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