The Cheat Sheet

‘Star Wars’: The Stormtrooper Blaster Sound Was Inspired By a Family Backpacking Trip

While Star Wars continues to be a popular franchise to this day, what keeps many fans coming back is their nostalgia for the original trilogy. Those epic stories are what charted a path for many fans ...
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An Ode to the Sound Naboo Blasters Make

Star Wars is filled with iconic sound design, but every gun on Naboo in Phantom Menace makes my brain buzz. Reading time: Reading time 3 minutes The sonic background of Star Wars is almost unmatched ...
nerdist

The Unlikely Origin of STAR WARS Blasters Sound Effect

Star Wars never would have become a multigenerational, international juggernaut without the music of John Williams. But the composer’s not the only one responsible for creating the famous sounds of ...
The Cheat Sheet

‘Star Wars’ Actors Ewan McGregor and Laura Dern Kept Making Sound Effects During Their Action Scenes

Star Wars will forever be known as one of the most influential and creative film franchises of all time. It’s original story, slick special effects, and unforgettable characters make it easy to ...
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Sound designer, Central New York native was source behind many Star Wars sound effects

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — On May 4 you may hear Star Wars fans greeting each other with “May the Fourth Be With You.” This May 4, fans in Central New York are learning about some connections the popular series ...