The art of audio production involves various stages, with mixing and mastering being two critical components. While both processes are distinct, they are intricately connected, and understanding the right loudness levels for your mix before mastering is essential to achieving…
Today I want to share my experience with the updated plugin from iZotope called Nectar 4. If you’re not familiar with Nectar, it’s an all-in-one vocal mixing processor that packs a punch with its Reverb, EQ, compression, delay, and now,…
Hey there! In today’s blog post, I’m excited to take you on a virtual tour of my mixing and mastering studio, where all the magic happens. From the carefully designed acoustics to the impressive array of gear, I’ll walk you…
Izotope Ozone 11 Review: Elevating Audio Mastering to New Heights I want to share my experience with the New Ozone Plugin from Izotope. Over my years as a mixing and mastering engineer, I’ve witnessed the evolution of audio mastering tools,…
Matty here. In today’s video, I’m excited to dive deep into a new plugin developed by Kazrog that emulates the legendary Avalon 747 hardware unit. I’ve personally been using the analog version of the Avalon 747 for years, and I…
Overview of the Capitol Compressor Plugin As a mastering engineer, I aim to provide a fair and balanced review of the Capitol Compressor plugin by Universal Audio. This plugin is a digital emulation of the Capitol Studios CM 5511 mastering…
Mixing Vocals with the FabFilter Pro-Q3 When it comes to mixing vocals, achieving clarity and balance is essential. One powerful tool that can assist in this process is the FabFilter Pro-Q3. In this blog post, we’ll explore techniques to enhance…
In this blog post, we’ll delve into the vocal chain of one of the most celebrated mixing and mastering engineers in the industry. Known for his work with chart-topping artists like Katy Perry, Sam Smith, and Sia, he has earned…
So you want to be a music superstar? It’s not as difficult as you may think! Just follow these five easy steps and you’ll be on your way to getting signed to a record label in no time. First, make…
What is Mixing and Mastering? You may have heard the terms “mixing” and “mastering” thrown around a lot in the music world, but what do they actually mean? In short, mixing is the process of taking all of the individual…
