Mixing Music

Compression is one of the most important tools for recording, production, mixing, and mastering music.It is used in music and also on radio, film, gaming, etc. to make sure that the volume doesn’t fluctuate but remains consistent.These days, streaming services are now implementing compression to ensure that the consumer gets …

The topic of mix bus compression can be a mystery and confusing for new mixers. Top engineers swear by it, claiming that it gives a mix more depth, punch, and glue. Nonetheless, if you are new to mixing, it might seem like a dark art.A well-tuned compressor on the mix …

If you've ever wished you had a Vocal EQ cheat sheet, then you're in luck! This post will provide you with a basic guide to equalizing a voice, as well as some tips for how to use it to your advantage. EQ is one of the most important tools that you …

The act of equalizing vocals can be one of the most important steps in achieving a great mix. By using various EQ techniques, you can control the tone and texture of the vocal, making it sound clear and powerful against the other instruments in the mix. In this article, we'll …

Vocal compression is an essential part of mixing music, and it can be a tricky process to get right. It is not uncommon to see a vocal producer or engineer struggle with getting the attack and release settings correct for their vocal tracks. This is because it's important to set …

Compression is one of the most important steps of mixing a rap vocal.When done right, it will make every sound in a mix sit well without fluctuating throughout the entire track.When done wrong, other sounds will be loud in certain parts while other tracks will be quieter in different sections …

Unlike reverb, delay, and other time-based effects where you can immediately hear how they affect a signal, compression is different.It can take months (or even years) to be able to tell what a compressor is doing to a particular sound.But once you hear it, it’s tough not to listen to …

It is crucial to decide what you want to achieve with the reverb before choosing any plugin.  You need a good intent to get the best results.Think about how the reverb makes you feel instead of focusing on how it sounds.  Sometimes you might go for something that’s natural, lush, …

Getting a vocal to sit perfectly in a mix is not always a walk in the park, especially if you’re working with a singer or rapper who doesn’t have a proper mic technique.In that case, getting the right vocal compression settings can be hit-or-miss for a lot of beginner audio …

Using reference tracks when mixing or making music is something that I wish I knew in the early days of my music career.Reference songs can help you improve the quality of your music at a much faster rate.When you are more advanced you'll be able to get quality songs that …