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
Category: Mixing
Sidechain Compression: 5 Tricks for a Better Mix
March 21, 2017
Sidechain compression is an extremely confusing but powerful tool that every producer has at their fingertips. It’s an incredible tool for creativity (I’m looking at you,
Parallel Compression: 8 Tips for Pro Mixes
March 6, 2017
Want your mixes to sound full and more controlled? Compression is the foundation of a steady, professional sounding mix. But it’s really easy to go
How to Write, Record and Mix Music (Ultimate Workflow)
December 16, 2016
“My single biggest challenge is feeling overwhelmed when I sit down to start a new project. Where do I start?” This question from a reader
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
