Mixing

Mixing is an integral part of music production, a process where various elements of a track are blended to create a harmonious final product. It’s not just about balancing levels; it’s an art form that shapes the very essence of a song. The importance of mixing for music producers cannot be overstated, as it significantly…

Songwriting is one of the most important production-adjacent skills we can learn as music producers. It’s not only so that we can write our own music, but also to better understand the music of artists we work with and how we may improve upon any given song as necessary. In this introductory article, we’re going…

Stereo audio has been a dominant format for analog and digital audio for decades, particularly in the music industry. It’s a relatively simple format that does a good job of emulating the way we naturally hear the world around us (so long as we’re monitoring it appropriately). And while it has its drawbacks, it’s still…

The decibel is a rather confusing concept to fully comprehend in the world of audio. It seems just as we begin to understand decibels, we learn something else about them that confuses us even more than we were previously. Fear not, this article has all the details you’ll need to fully understand decibels. In this…

The terms “phase” and “polarity” are often used interchangeably in audio, though they technically mean different things. If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between phase and polarity, you’ve come to the right place to find out. In this article, we’ll define polarity and phase more clearly to better understand the differences between the two…

Mixing is an art that blends technical skill with creative intuition and exploration. As with any worthy endeavour, crafting great mixes means making the right decisions during the mixing process. In this article, we’ll dive deeper into each of these tips to help you improve your decision-making skills and, ultimately, your mixes! Set Your Mix…

Decision-making is a critical skill in general and certainly in the world of audio engineering, especially when it comes to mixing. Every choice, from selecting the right EQ settings to determining the level of reverb, shapes the final product. But what drives these decisions? Understanding the psychology behind decision-making can empower mixing engineers to make…

Auxes, buses, sends, returns, VCAs, groups, subgroups, and many more terms make up the wide lexicon of audio technology. When learning about music and audio production, the glossary of terms can be overwhelming, and what’s worse is that many terms are used interchangeably. Let’s consider these related terms and their definitions to help you keep…

Stereo width is a staple in modern, professional mixes. However, there’s a fine line when it comes to width in the mix. It’s certainly not the only strategy, and may not even be the best strategy for you. However, I think it’s worth examining, and in this article, we’ll do just that. If you prefer…

Inserts are important parts of mixers that are sometimes taken for granted in modern digital audio workstations. If you’re unsure of what mixer inserts are or you want to gather more information on inserts and their importance in audio engineering, you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we’ll discuss inserts in more detail…

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…