Mastering For Film and Video

Mastering Tips For Film and Video (Get It Right Every Time)

Mastering is a critical process that ensures that a project is of the highest quality before it reaches its final audience.It involves a combination of technical skills, creative vision, and collaboration between different professionals.Today we'll explore the ins and outs of mastering audio for film and video, from the technical …

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Soothe 2 Plugin Review

Soothe 2 Plugin Review (A Game-Changer for Audio Processing)

Have you ever found yourself struggling to clean up harsh resonances or unwanted frequencies in your audio recordings?Perhaps you've spent hours tweaking EQ settings, only to find that you've made things worse instead of better.Audio processing can be a tricky business, and it often takes a combination of knowledge, skill, …

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Automatic Equalizer Explored

Automatic Equalizer Explored (Is this the Future of EQ?)

EQ can be a complex and time-consuming process, particularly when dealing with multiple tracks or complex audio signals. Enter the automatic EQ.Today we will delve into the world of automatic equalizers, exploring their benefits, drawbacks, and different types available on the market. Can this take your mixing game to the …

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Plate Reverb Explained

Plate Reverb Explained (Unlock the Secrets)

In today’s blog post, we're going to take a deep dive into the world of plate reverb and explore everything you need to know about this iconic effect. From its history and origins to its modern-day applications, we'll explore how it has helped shape the sound of popular music over …

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How to Mix Hi-hats

How to Mix Hi-hats (A Step-by-Step Guide)

Hi-hats can often be overlooked, but they are essential to creating a rhythmic backbone and adding excitement to your tracks. As a mixing engineer, I know how important it is to get the hi-hats just right, so today I want to share my approach to mixing hi-hats and show you …

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How To Use Multiband Compression On Vocals

How To Use Multiband Compression On Vocals (Raw to Polished)

Are you tired of spending hours trying to get your vocals to sit just right in the mix? Do you find yourself struggling to balance the levels of different frequency ranges or dealing with harsh, sibilant sounds in the vocal track?If so, you’ve come to the right place.Compressing vocals can …

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How To Compress an Electric Guitar (No Guessing!)

How To Compress an Electric Guitar (No Guessing!)

Are you tired of your electric guitar sound not sitting perfectly in a mix or taking up too much space? If so, you're not alone! Many beginner engineers face this challenge and wonder how to make their guitar sound more compact and focused. Today we dive deep into the world …

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Differences Between CLA-2A, CLA-3A, and CLA-76 Compressors

Differences Between CLA-2A, CLA-3A, and CLA-76 Compressors

Waves collaborated with the renowned mix engineer Chris Lord-Alge (CLA) to emulate three classic compressors, which are modeled after some of his favorites from the past.In this blog post, we will compare three popular compressor plugins developed by Waves Audio: CLA-2A, CLA-3A, and CLA-76.Whether you're a seasoned pro or just …

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How To EQ Toms

How To EQ Toms (A Cheat Sheet For Perfect Settings)

As a producer or mixing engineer, there's nothing quite like the sound of a perfectly tuned tom drum.The satisfying thud and resonance can make or break a track, and as any seasoned musician knows, it is crucial to achieve that perfect tom drum mix.With so many variables to consider, from …

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