Perhaps more than any other genre, pop music may be the most difficult to master. It requires you to balance powerful lows with glistening highs, punchy dynamics and precise loudness. Not to mentio...
Creative Mid/Side EQ Techniques
Mid/side EQ is a powerful mixing technique that can help you bring focus and clarity to dense mixes. But aside from its traditional use of rebalancing instruments in busy arrangements, it can also ...
Reducing Conflicting Frequencies
Producing is kind of like a musical puzzle. When all of the pieces fit into place, you can clearly hear the whole picture. But when two instruments are trying to occupy the same space, it can be di...
How To Approach Mastering Different Genres
When it comes to mastering, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Every genre of music has its own defining characteristics, and a good mastering engineer will know how to enhance them. In this bl...
What to Listen For When Mastering
Mastering is one of the most important stages of the production process. It’s where you finalize your mix and apply the finishing touches. It’s also one of the most difficult parts of the productio...
Creating Space In Your Mix Using EQ
EQ is a powerful tool. It can be used to correct problems with bad recordings or to enhance the sound of a track, making it sound larger than life. And when used correctly, it can even be used to ...
