The kick is the foundation of a song and without a strong foundation, your mixes will fall flat when played outside your studio.This is why I want this to be the only tutorial that you’ll need to finally get the best kick drum EQ cheat sheet that you can use in any genre.After reading this … Read more
Getting the perfect snare drum EQ settings is crucial for most music genres since the snare is usually one of the main instruments.In this post, I’m going to reveal the best-kept secrets to help you get a fat and punchy snare sound using an equalizer.Even if you don’t know which frequencies to cut or boost, … Read more
When the snare drum is one of the main sounds in a mix then you must nail the compressor settings.This could make or break a really good song.It’s also important to mention that you’ll need to have a good-sounding snare before using the techniques shared below.If you’re mixing a live recording then make sure that … Read more
If you’re still struggling with getting a vocal mix that is wide and exciting then this article will help you master the art of panning various types of vocals.Getting the best stereo image balance for your vocals starts in the recording stage.It’s very crucial to record all your vocal takes with panning in mind. That … Read more
To get your music sounding open, clear, and wider you need to master the art of panning.In this blog post, I’m going to reveal some best-kept secrets about how to pan instruments in a mix.Audio Panning is crucial when mixing because it helps instruments and vocals dominate their own space.It can prevent instruments from overlapping … Read more
I’ve put together an instrument panning cheat sheet that will help you avoid guesswork or getting stuck whenever you’re panning sounds in a mix.Knowing where to place instruments in the stereo image will help you get wider mixes that sound clearer and make the song exciting to listen to.Without panning, your mixes will sound too … Read more
Here is a breakdown of the optimal bass guitar EQ cheat sheet that can be applied universally when mixing music, regardless of genre. Achieving a well-balanced bass within a mix is crucial, as the low-end frequencies establish the foundation of a song.This is especially important when mixing genres with prominent bass elements, such as hip-hop, … Read more
The bass guitar provides the foundational low-end frequencies for a song, and getting the EQ settings right is crucial for a well-mixed track. If the bass isn’t mixed properly, the entire song can sound weak and unbalanced. Fortunately, EQing bass guitar doesn’t have to be complicated, and this post will explain how. How to EQ … Read more
In today’s tutorial, I’ll be showing you how to use saturation on vocals to help them cut through the mix even better. You’ll learn how to add punch and excitement without overdoing it or ruining a tremendous vocal performance. This is something that I use on every recording, whether it’s Pop, RnB, Hip-Hop, Jazz, etc. … Read more
If you’re working in an analog environment where you’ve got pre-amps, console, and other outboard gear you wouldn’t have to worry about saturation. This is because saturation happens naturally as the audio passes through these different pieces of gear. You don’t even have to think about it. But when mixing in the box you sort … Read more