Sound cue spacing calculator
Check a timed cue list for tight gaps and overlaps using each cue start time and duration.
Enter start time and duration for each cue to see the gap or overlap before the next cue.
Result
Find cues that collide
Enter each cue with a start time and duration. The checker sorts the timeline, calculates when every cue ends, and reports the gap or overlap before the next cue. Negative spacing marks an overlap; a small positive gap may still be difficult for one operator.
Include tails and operator time
If a reverb tail or fade matters, include it in the duration. Also allow time for the operator to move between controls and confirm the previous cue. The tool checks the written timeline and cannot measure device latency or human reaction time.