Mixing music is a creative art form, and while sometimes creativity is stifled by over-organization, I strongly believe that following a consistent workflow will allow us even more opportunities to be creative in our mixing endeavours. Download the guidebook and let’s get into this article to go over the broad steps of the mixing process….
Mono and stereo are the two most popular formats for audio files and signals. It’s worth learning how to tell the difference for compatibility issues between audio devices and audio recording and playback. In this article, we’ll discuss each of these four methods to understand better how to find out whether an audio signal is…
The Haas/precedence effect is an effective psychoacoustic phenomenon that we can simulate for a greater sense of space in our mixes. If you’re interested in learning more about it and how to take full advantage, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll discuss the Haas/precedence effect in more detail and investigate how…
If you’ve been into music production for a while, you’ve probably heard of LCR panning and how much some people love it. While the concept is fairly straightforward, there are a few interesting points I’d like to share in regard to LCR, so if you want to dive deep, you’ve come to the right place!…
Panning is one of the most fundamental aspects of mixing in stereo and surround sound formats, and it’s worth understanding in detail if we want the best results in our mixes and music production. In this article, we’ll discuss panning in more detail and uncover a few concepts and techniques to help you pan your…
Mix preparation is an often overlooked yet incredibly important part of the mixing and music production process. Let’s dive into each of these steps in greater detail to help simplify the mix preparation process and get you started on the right foot to achieve superb mixes. 1. Import The Multitracks Into Your Session The first…
Sidechain compression is a powerful and creative technique in audio mixing that can have both drastic and subtle effects in the mix. In this article, I’ll break down sidechain compression in greater detail, explaining the intricacies of the technique and the jargon associated with compressors and sidechain paths. I’ll also share my insights regarding getting…
Auxiliary tracks are invaluable tools in mixing, recording, live sound, and any other job that utilizes an audio mixer. If you’re at all confused about aux tracks, sends and returns, or you’d like more information to help you make the most of your aux tracks, you’ve come to the right place! That’s about as concise…
Using reference mixes is an often overlooked yet incredibly powerful method of improving our own mixes. I neglected this tactic for years and only really began crafting consistently good mixes once I began utilizing proper reference tracks. In this article, we’ll discuss reference mixes in greater detail, including how to choose the best reference mix(es)…
Volume and level controls are among the most used in audio playback systems. The proper listening volume varies wildly depending on the set and setting. For example, a rock concert will be much louder than a guided sleep meditation. Understanding listening levels is important for whatever we choose to listen to. In this article, we’ll…
MIDI has become so commonplace in music recording and production that it can sometimes be confused with audio information. Though the two are certainly related, MIDI and audio are indeed two separate subjects and should be understood as such. In this article, we’ll discuss audio and MIDI in greater detail to better understand the difference…
Mixing music can be incredibly fulfilling and yet incredibly frustrating. Getting our mixes to sound professional takes time, effort, and skill. Many beginners, myself included (at one point), lack all three. So in this article, I’d like to share a whopping 55 mixing tips aimed at beginners with a focus on what I would have…
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