Panning in Music Production means engineering the sound to give the listener a fuller experience. Inconsistent or overuse can be jarring, giving your song a disjointed feel. When done right, it can be almost imperceptible, but your listener will certainly feel more involved. Panning has been a part of analog recording for decades and digital audio workstations all feature the ability to pan your music. Learning how to use panning is one of the most important skills to have as an audio engineer or music producer to create interest in their music.