Apogee Plugins Just Joined Plugin Alliance: The 3 Worth Using
Apogee's plugins are now on Plugin Alliance. The three I'd actually use: Clearmountain's Domain, the licensed Pultec EQP-1A and Clearmountain's Spaces.
Category Technics
Undertone Audio MPEQ-1 Review: An EQ With Saturation on Every Band
I put the Undertone Audio MPEQ-1 plugin on drums and bass. Here's how the shape knob and per-band saturation work, what sounded great, and the one switch that confuses everyone.
Best Mixing Controllers: SSL vs Softube Console 1 vs Nektar CS12
I've owned nearly every mixing controller. Here are the real pros and cons of the SSL UF1 and UC1, Softube Console 1 and Nektar CS12, plus the setup I use now.
Softube Flow Controller Review: I Misjudged This Thing
Softube's Flow controller isn't just for producers. Here's how I use Flow, Detail and DAW modes, custom flows on my drum bus, and reverb returns as a mixing engineer.
Sonible Smart Chain Review: Can a Smart Plugin Mix Your Song?
I ran Sonible Smart Chain on a real hip-hop mix. Here's what it got right, where it flattened the vibe, and how I'd actually use it as a mixing engineer.
What Does Mastering a Song Mean?
Ever wondered why your favorite songs sound so polished and professional when they hit your speakers? That magic happens during a crucial final step called mastering. If you’ve been scratching your head wondering “what does mastering a song mean,” you’re…
Is Auto-Tune Broken?
Introduction Auto-Tune has long been a go-to tool for vocal production, used by engineers and artists worldwide to achieve the signature pitch-corrected sound. However, over the past few months, I’ve encountered significant reliability issues that make it nearly unusable in…
Vinyl Mastering 101: What You Need to Know Before Cutting a Record
Brief Overview of Vinyl Resurgence and Its Significance in Music Culture In recent years, vinyl records have experienced a remarkable resurgence, captivating the hearts of audiophiles and casual listeners alike. This revival can be attributed to the unique, warm sound…
Steps to Prepare Your Song for Professional Mixing
This post contains affiliate links. If you buy through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Steps to Prepare Your Song for Professional Mixing Preparing your song for professional mixing is a crucial step…
A Deep Dive into Softube’s Flow Mastering Suite
In the world of automated mastering, Softube has introduced a new player: the Flow Mastering Suite. This software is not fully automated like its competitors, such as Waves or Lander. Instead, it offers a unique approach by collaborating with mastering…