TuneCore vs. DistroKid vs. CD Baby: Choosing the Right Music Distribution Service In today’s digital age, independent musicians have more opportunities than ever to share their music with the world. Music distribution services have emerged as essential tools for artists…
The art of audio production involves various stages, with mixing and mastering being two critical components. While both processes are distinct, they are intricately connected, and understanding the right loudness levels for your mix before mastering is essential to achieving…
Today I want to share my experience with the updated plugin from iZotope called Nectar 4. If you’re not familiar with Nectar, it’s an all-in-one vocal mixing processor that packs a punch with its Reverb, EQ, compression, delay, and now,…
Hey there! In today’s blog post, I’m excited to take you on a virtual tour of my mixing and mastering studio, where all the magic happens. From the carefully designed acoustics to the impressive array of gear, I’ll walk you…
Matty here. In today’s video, I’m excited to dive deep into a new plugin developed by Kazrog that emulates the legendary Avalon 747 hardware unit. I’ve personally been using the analog version of the Avalon 747 for years, and I…
Overview of the Capitol Compressor Plugin As a mastering engineer, I aim to provide a fair and balanced review of the Capitol Compressor plugin by Universal Audio. This plugin is a digital emulation of the Capitol Studios CM 5511 mastering…
Mixing Vocals with the FabFilter Pro-Q3 When it comes to mixing vocals, achieving clarity and balance is essential. One powerful tool that can assist in this process is the FabFilter Pro-Q3. In this blog post, we’ll explore techniques to enhance…
After spending several months beta testing Jaycen Joshua‘s new plugin, The God Particle, I can confidently say this is one of the most exciting releases for producers and mix engineers in recent years. This isn’t just another mastering plugin—it’s a…
Today I’m going to review another EQ controller. If you’ve watched my channel long enough you know I’m a big fan of controllers. I keep buying them and selling them over and over again. For instance the SSL uc1, it’s…
Mixing Vocals with Plugin Alliance Plugins: A Step-by-Step Guide Hey everyone, Matty here! In today’s post, I’m excited to share my experience of mixing vocals with Plugin Alliance plugins. I worked on a song by my friend Tripp Carter titled…
