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 the attack and release settings … Read more
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 of the song. … Read more
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. If a song is … Read more
Welcome to Audio Spectra, in today’s tutorial we’ll be talking about mastering your music with waves audio plugins.The most important thing that I want you to pick up is that there are a lot of misconceptions about mastering.Beginner engineers are often fooled into thinking that mastering is some magical process that will make your songs … Read more
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 engineers.The key to nailing compression … Read more
Are you tired of your tracks sounding muddy or lacking clarity? Mastering EQ is a fundamental step in the music creation process that can take your mixes from mediocre to exceptional. Today, I’ll share my insights on EQ, providing you with practical tips and techniques to help you achieve the perfect master.Mastering EQ Using EQ … Read more
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 will sound amazing on all … Read more
After doing a survey for my blog subscribers I realized that some of my readers are struggling to create depth in a mix. So, in today’s tutorial, I’m going to show you how to add life to your mixes by adding more depth, and this will help you to always picture your mixes in 3 dimensions. … Read more
Today you’re not only going to learn how to EQ drum overheads but you’ll be able to apply these techniques to different projects in various genres.When it comes to mixing overheads it is important to diagnose whether your OH (overheads) needs an EQ or not. In some cases, especially when they’re well recorded, a good … Read more
You open the session, and the vocal is a mess before you have touched a single fader. Eight takes scattered across eight tracks. Clicks between phrases. One line that drifts flat. A breath right before the hook that is louder than half the words around it. So you spend 20 minutes cleaning instead of mixing, … Read more