How to Create Future’s Vocal Effect Chain

How to Create Future’s Vocal Effect Chain

How to Create Future’s Vocal Effect Chain I’ve always been fascinated by the unique vocal styles of various artists. One artist who particularly stands out is Future, known for his distinct sound that has captivated the hip-hop world. Recently, I stumbled...
How I use Softube’s Console 1

How I use Softube’s Console 1

Softube’s console 1 is a hardware unit that controls plugins in your DAW. It has three different channel strips and you can use select Softube and UAD plug-ins with it. I was on a search for a way to control my plug-ins by hand. After trying three or four...
Matty 5 Favorite Features of Studio One

Matty 5 Favorite Features of Studio One

Introduction   As someone who mixes and masters records every single day, the tools I use aren’t just about features—they’re about speed, workflow, and creativity. About eight months ago, I made the switch from Pro Tools to Studio One by PreSonus, and honestly, I...
The Ultimate Auto-Tune Tutorial

The Ultimate Auto-Tune Tutorial

The Ultimate Auto-Tune Tutorial Welcome to my guide on how to utilize Auto-Tune. As someone deeply experienced in the field of mixing and mastering I have honed my skills in using Auto Tunes settings and techniques. Through this tutorial, you’ll gain an...
Gain Staging in Presonus Studio One

Gain Staging in Presonus Studio One

Introduction If you’re mixing in Studio One and your tracks are sounding too harsh, distorted, or just not sitting right—there’s a good chance your gain staging is off. I’m not here to throw a bunch of technical jargon at you about dBFS vs. VU or the science behind...
How to Setup a Template in Studio One

How to Setup a Template in Studio One

Template’s are a great way to get your session setup so you can just open up a song and get straight to be creative. It is also a huge time saver. I have all my reverb, delays and other effects ready to go as soon as I open a new session up. I also have my other...
Difference Between Mixing and Mastering Music

Difference Between Mixing and Mastering Music

Understanding the Difference Between Mixing and Mastering Music Mixing vs Mastering at a Glance Feature Mixing Mastering Purpose Blend and balance multitrack recordings Final polish and prep for distribution Input Type Individual tracks (vocals, drums, etc.) A single...
Using the Studio One Splitter Feature with Parallel Compression

Using the Studio One Splitter Feature with Parallel Compression

Unlocking Punch and Precision with the Studio One Splitter   In the world of modern mixing, workflow and tone go hand in hand. And if you’re a Studio One user who hasn’t tapped into the full potential of the Studio One Splitter tool, you’re missing out on one of...
Proper Recording Techniques for Recording a Rap Song

Proper Recording Techniques for Recording a Rap Song

There’s something uniquely frustrating about getting a vocal to sit just right in a mix. You’ve nailed the performance, the mic chain is solid, but somehow it still sounds like it’s floating on top of the track—or worse, buried beneath it. We’ve all been there. Over...
Why I Switched from Pro Tools to Presonus Studio One 4

Why I Switched from Pro Tools to Presonus Studio One 4

I’ve been a daily Pro Tools user for about 15 years. I got my first engineering gigs because I learned how to use Pro Tools with the ancient audio media three cards. Unfortunately, over the past 3-4 years, I have seen feature improvements in other programs like...
4 Mixing Tips that have Nothing to do with Mixing

4 Mixing Tips that have Nothing to do with Mixing

Great mixes don’t just come from compressors and EQ curves—they come from perspective. Before you touch a single plugin, there’s a mindset you need to step into. One that focuses on intention, honesty, and emotional connection. Because at the end of the day, mixing...
Mixing and Mastering Engineer Matty Harris

Hello, I'm Matty Harris, and I've been professionally mixing and mastering music for over 20 years.

Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with many major labels and contributing to numerous #1 records. Some of the artists I've worked with include Kelly Clarkson, Travis Barker, and Sammy Adams.

My extensive experience in the industry has equipped me with the skills and knowledge to help musicians elevate their sound to a professional level. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, I can provide you with the techniques and insights you need to overcome any challenges in your mixing and mastering journey.