Mixing and Mastering Blog
Tutorials, tips, and industry insights from a professional mixing and mastering engineer.
Baby Audio Smooth Operator Vs Soothe2
Soothe2 vs Smooth Operator: My Take as a Mixing Engineer As a mixing engineer, I’m always looking for new tools to help me achieve better results for my clients. Recently, I decided to compare two popular plugins – Soothe2 by…
How to Send and Export a Logic Session Pro X
If you need to send a Logic session or export stems to send to another engineer or producer, there are a few steps to take that will make the process seamless. In this video, we will go over how to…
Best Free Mixing Plugins
The 5 Best Free Mixing Plugins for Home Studio Producers Introduction As a mixing and mastering engineer, I know that mixing tracks to sound professional requires high-quality plugins. However, stock DAW plugins can only take you so far, and third-party…
Dangerous Music Bax EQ Hardware Vs Sofware
Dangerous Music Bax EQ Hardware vs Plugin Alliance & Acustica Audio Software: In-Depth Review Introduction In this review, we’ll be taking an in-depth look at the iconic Dangerous Music Bax EQ and how its hardware version compares sonically to the…
My Hybrid Mixing Setup
The Complete Guide to Hybrid Mixing: How I Built My Professional Setup As a professional mixing engineer with years of experience in both analog and digital domains, I’ve discovered that hybrid mixing offers the perfect balance between the warmth of…
3 Compressors You’ll Actually Use: Arturia Compressors
I’ve had the opportunity to work with a plethora of tools in my 20 years of mixing and mastering music. In this comprehensive blog post, we’ll delve into Arturia’s “3 Compressors You’ll Actually Use” bundle, a collection that has garnered…
Best Vocal Frequencies To EQ
Mixing Vocals: My Go-To Frequency Spots for a Perfect Mix Hey everyone, Matty Here. I’m thrilled to share with you some of the Best Vocal Frequencies To EQ that I always turn to when mixing vocals. If you’re into mixing,…
Mastering with Studio One
Introduction Mastering is one of those final steps that can make or break how your music feels when it hits someone’s speakers. Whether you’re wrapping up an EP or just trying to get a few tracks to sound cohesive, having…
Mixing Vocals In Studio One with Stock Plugins
Introduction Mixing Vocals in Studio One with Stock Plugins: My Professional Techniques for Beginners As a seasoned audio engineer, I’ve often leaned on high-end tools like UAD and Waves plugins to mix vocals. However, I’ve discovered that the stock plugins…
Thicker Vocals: Doubles vs Duplicates
When it comes to thickening vocal tracks, there’s a crucial distinction that separates professional-sounding productions from amateur ones: understanding the difference between vocal doubles and vocal duplicates. While both techniques can add width and depth to a vocal, they work…