How to Use EQ: 10 Amazing Tips for a Professional Mix
March 1, 2018
You might not know this, but there is a right and a wrong way to approach EQ. EQ can be daunting at first. I can
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Mixing Guitar: Full-Bodied Tone in 7 Easy Steps
January 24, 2018
Many people underestimate the importance of the electric guitar in a mix. They can make your mix thick, powerful, and exciting. When mixed properly, they add
Mixing Low End: 8 Low End Tips You NEED to Know
May 29, 2017
Getting the low end right isn’t easy. Your speakers, your room and your headphones are tricking you. But when you DO get the low end
Ear Training: Train Your Ears in 3 Easy Steps
November 17, 2016
Golden ears are a myth. As long as you have never damaged your hearing, your ears are just as good as the best mixers in
Backwards Mixing: How Mixing in Reverse Leads to Better, Faster Mixes
November 14, 2016
Have you ever considered mixing backwards? Rather than starting with individual channels – or the fundamentals (like the kick and bass)… You could mix in
The Perfect Place for EQ in Your Plugin Chain
November 10, 2016
Ah, the age old question…. Should EQ come before or after compression? Let me tell you… it DOES NOT matter. This is a very small
Range Allocation: How to Give Your Mixes Room to Breathe
November 7, 2016
There’s often a lot going on in a mix. If you don’t keep a handle on things, it can quickly get out of control. When
Why Your Mixes Sound Thin (and What to Do About It)
November 3, 2016
This isn’t technically an EQ problem… In fact, thin mixes usually come from a poor arrangement. But sometimes they can come from a poor use
Muddy Mix? Here Are 3 Simple Ways to Fix It
October 31, 2016
The battle against muddy mixes wages on… This is a never-ending problem that you will most likely need to address in every mix. It’s the
How to Add Separation and Clarity to Your Mixes (Fast!)
October 27, 2016
There are many factors to a “good” mix. To me, a good mix is one that best conveys the message and emotion of the song.
