Tips for Mixing and Mastering With Headphones
Can you mix on headphones? Every engineer seems to have a strong opinion about the subject, but the truth is, you can mix on just about any system with enough practice. Mixing on headphones offers ...
How To Save a Mix Using Unorthodox Techniques
Audio engineers are frequently asked to "fix it in the mix" — something we affectionately refer to as "turd polishing." Pro-recorded projects generally only need a bit of EQ and compression. Home-...
What Is Dither and Does It Matter?
You’ve probably never heard dither—but trust me, you’ve definitely heard its absence. That subtle fizz in a fade-out? The weird grainy quality in quiet passages? That’s the sound of a track without...
How Long Should It Take To Mix and Master A Song?
How long does it take you to mix and master a song? A day? An hour? A week? If you're worried that it takes you too long to mix or master a track, you've come to the right place. In this blog, you'...
In this post, you’ll learn the essential steps of how to prepare your music for mastering. This guide can be applied to any genre of music and will elevate your ability to finalize your mix. Int...
How to Hear Compression While Mixing and Mastering
Compression is a topic that is often discussed at length by producers and engineers. We talk about our favorite compressors, popular techniques, and the best settings to use for any and every situa...
