Guide to Panning and Stereo Width
Want your mix to wrap around the listener like a perfectly tailored soundscape? The key isn’t just panning things left and right—it’s sculpting a full, rich stereo image that feels immersive and al...
Mixing a live band recording can be much more difficult than mixing a track by a solo artist. There are typically more instruments to contend with, and more people who need to sign off on the final...
Ask any great musician—it’s not just the notes you play, it’s how you play them. Dynamics bring emotion, energy, and excitement to music. They shape the listener’s experience and can transform a fl...
Common Mistake Musicians Make When Mixing Their Own Music
Before you sign a record deal, you're basically on your own as an artist. Booking time in a professional studio can be expensive—that's why so many musicians and producers start out doing everythin...
The Minimum Equipment Needed to Produce Your First Album
You’ve finished writing the songs. The band has been assembled. Now the only thing left to do is record the album. But before you can do this, you’ll need to get the right equipment. The last thi...
How to Get the Bass to Cut Through the Mix
Bass instruments are the foundation of the rhythm section and an integral part of modern music production. But it can be challenging to dial in a powerful bass tone that cuts through on any system....
