Introduction The Importance of a Mixing Engineer If you’ve ever listened to a song and thought, “Damn, that sounds massive,” chances are, a great mixing engineer had a lot to do with it. In today’s music world, where listeners are…
Introduction In the rapidly evolving world of music production, artificial intelligence (AI) is making an unmistakable impact, transforming how we interact with sound, tools, and creative processes. As someone deeply embedded in the music tech industry, I’ve watched with keen…
Introduction Mixing vocals can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding aspects of music production. As a professional mixing engineer, I understand that achieving a polished vocal track can significantly impact the overall quality of a song. In today’s…
How to Build a Chorus That Elevates Your Songs to New Heights I work on over 200 songs each year, and one of the most common challenges I encounter is the misconception about what mixing can achieve. Many artists send…
In the realm of music production, few elements capture the essence of rhythm and drive quite like the sound of drums. From thunderous beats that shake the ground to subtle nuances that weave through melodies, the art of capturing the…
Having worked with everything from Avid S1 and Dock to numerous DAW controllers, the journey to finding the proper mix setup was extensive. Lately, I’ve gravitated towards a combination that seems to work great—the Softube Console 1 MK3 paired with…
In the ever-evolving world of music production, the quest for that perfect, vintage analog sound remains a holy grail for producers and engineers alike. Enter the Universal Audio Verve Analog Machines plugin, a tool that promises to bridge the gap…
In the evolving world of music production, every producer and mix engineer faces the challenge of achieving clarity and balance in mixes. With the introduction of Sonible Unmask, a new contender has entered the arena, promising to ease this age-old…
Introduction This article guides you through adjusting the tempo of your project in PreSonus Studio One without altering the pitch or timing of your audio tracks, a crucial technique for remixing, live performances, and post-production work. Changing Tempo Without…
Today, I’m comparing Schwab Digital’s Orange Clipper plugin to its counterpart, the renowned FL (Fruity Loops) Clipper. Both plugins have merits, but how do they compare? Overview of Orange Clipper The Orange Clipper aims to bridge a gap many of…
