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A take is a term used in film and music to denote and track production.

In film, a take refers to each filmed "version" of a particular scene. Takes of each scene are generally numbered starting with 1 and the number of each successive take is increased until the filming of the scene is completed. A one-take is when there is only one chance to get it right; for example, a special effects shot featuring an explosion.

In music, a take similarly refers to successive attempts to record a song or part. Musical takes are also sequentially numbered. The need to obtain a complete, acceptable take was especially important in the years predating multi-track recording and overdubbing techniques; different versions of the same song from a single recording session are sometimes eventually released as "alternate takes" of the recording.

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