Mixing and Mastering Blog
Tutorials, tips, and industry insights from a professional mixing and mastering engineer.
Do You Need Analog Hardware For Mixing?
Do You Need Analog Hardware For Mixing? As an mixing and mastering engineer, I’ve had my fair share of experiences with both analog and digital gear. The ongoing debate about whether analog hardware is a necessity for mixing has been…
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…
Studio One 4.5 Review
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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…
The 5 Plugins I Need to do a Full Mix
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