Using Reference Tracks Whilst Mixing
Why Use Reference Tracks? Reference tracks are used by producers and engineers at all stages of their careers. It’s a great way to make sure our mixes sound as good (or at least comparable) to com...
How To Make Sure Your Master Sounds Better Than Your Mix
Mastering can change the sound of your mix both subtly and dramatically. In either scenario, you want to be absolutely sure that the changes are positive. Preparing the Comparison In your masteri...
Why You Don't Need Fancy Plug-Ins to Get Great Mixes
There are dozens of new plug-ins released every year that promise to add depth and analog warmth to your mixes. But it’s easy to get lost chasing the latest trends in signal processing, which ultim...
The earliest recording consoles had simple EQ controls for boosting or cutting high and low-end. But recording technology has grown so much over the years. And so have our perceptions of what sound...
How To EQ During Mastering in 2020
Sculpting the sound of your master can be difficult. But the truth is, a little bit of EQ can sonically transform a rough mix into a professional-sounding master in no time—if you know what to look...
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...
