Investigative Documentary Music
Focused pulses, ticking motifs and cold-light harmonies that build credibility and pace through reveals.
How to score investigative & true-crime
Credible tension
Choose restrained pulses and narrow-band motifs over melodrama. Less saturation; precise transients aid clarity.
Dialogue first
Protect the 1–4 kHz band. Use No-Drums/Underscore mixes for dense interviews and phone taps.
Structure for reveals
Intro → pulse bed → development → short breakdown → button ending. Keep edit handles clean for cutaways.
Tempo & pacing
90–110 BPM carries step-by-step exposition; avoid constant acceleration. Reserve rises for key reversals.
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Deliverables
Stems, alt mixes (No Drums, Underscore), 15/30/60s edits and sting outs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How should investigative cues handle dialogue?
Keep the midrange clear; use Underscore/No-Drums mixes for dense interviews.
What tempo range works for reveals?
90–110 BPM generally carries step-by-step exposition.
Do you also offer custom-made or tailored Investigative Documentary Music compositions upon request?
Absolutely. Our team of internationally acclaimed composers and artists provides bespoke music services on request. Whether you need a unique composition, tailored production, or a specific adaptation for your project, Artyfile delivers world-class, custom-crafted music designed to perfectly match your creative vision.