My backup option is splitting the audio and running it through Audacity. In fact, this option is better than what Premier Provides for sound control/filtering.

My backup option is splitting the audio and running it through Audacity. In fact, this option is better than what Premier Provides for sound control/filtering. The only reason I didn't do this instead of buying new audio gear is my upload schedule. Anything that gets in my way while editing is a step I can't afford to take.