Mixing and Mastering Blog
Tutorials, tips, and industry insights from a professional mixing and mastering engineer.
3 Reasons Why You Need A Professional Audio Mastering
Introduction There’s something magical that happens in the final step of the music production process—a transformation that turns a great mix into a release-ready record. That magic is called professional audio mastering. For many artists, producers, and even engineers,…
The Role of the Producer and Songwriter.
The Role of Producers and Songwriters In today’s episode of music biz Monday, we are going to talk about the role of producers and songwriters. These are the people who write the music and lyrics for the songs you hear…
How Do I Make it in the Music Business.
I am super excited to announce the first addition of music business Mondays. This will be a weekly blog post where I will share my experiences in the music business. I’m blessed to have made a living working in the…
The Ultimate Auto-Tune Tutorial
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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…
How to Setup a Template in Studio One
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Why I sold my Slate Raven MTI2 and bought a Softube Console 1
Today I want to talk about why I sold my Slate Raven MTi — and why the Softube Console 1 MK3 ended up being the right move for the way I work. The Idea Behind the Raven MTi If you’ve…
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 stereo mix…
Basic Vocal Reverb Effects
Introduction I’ve encountered numerous tools and techniques that can significantly impact a track’s final sound. One such indispensable tool is reverb. It’s fascinating how reverb, when used skillfully, can transform a flat, lifeless track into a vibrant, emotive masterpiece. In…
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…