Cryptic crossword clue
Control for audio device editing recording originally 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word FADER

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The straight part
We know that "Control" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case control = fader.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does FADER mean?

FADER adjective
  1. Weak; insipid; tasteless.
FADER adjective
  1. Strong; bold; doughty.
FADER noun
  1. A device used to control sound volume.
  2. A program or algorithm for fading out colors.

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