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Shanks FX
How to create Star Wars Lightsaber sound effects
Season 1
Episode 56
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.
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