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Mixing Rap Vocals | UA Topline Vocal Suite

Mixing Rap Vocals 🎙️ Topline Vocal Suite (Free Presets)

December 23, 2024   

Universal Audio, a pioneer in analog modeling plugins, has consistently delivered authentic emulations of legendary studio hardware. Their extensive collection includes iconic models like the Neve 1073, Tube-Tech CL 1B, Manley Massive Passive, Avalon VT-737sp, Pultec EQP-1A, Empirical Labs Distressor, and numerous others.

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Ultimate Guide to Mixing with Headphones by Sean Divine

Mixing with Headphones: The Ultimate Guide

December 17, 2024   

Mixing with Headphones has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, almost exclusively for the better. It has become significantly easier and more accessible to achieve professional-quality results while using your preferred headphones.

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Using Reverb as an Emotional Mixing Tool

December 3, 2024   

Most engineers and producers understand the importance of using reverb to create space and separation in the mix. What often isn’t discussed is just how powerful reverb can be in creating emotion, accentuating the vibe of a song. In this tutorial, we’ll explore the different sonic considerations in using reverb as an emotional mixing tool, ...

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⚡️ Waves IDX Intelligent Dynamics (Tutorial + Free Presets)

November 29, 2024   

Waves newest plugin isn’t your average compressor! IDX Intelligent Dynamics works uniquely by suppressing excess energy in unpleasant frequencies, while adding impact and presence to the best parts of your audio signal. It may just be the fastest and easiest way to use compression in the Waves plugin lineup. Oh, and it also sounds really ...

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5 Next Level Reverb Mixing Tips

August 19, 2024   

Level up your mixing game with these 5 next level reverb plugin mixing tips! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned engineer, these easy to follow techniques are sure to take your mixes to new heights.

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Sean Divine - Loud Mastering with 1 Plugin (Tutorial)

Loud Mastering with 1 Plugin (Tutorial)

July 15, 2024   

In this tutorial, we’ll master a song (from scratch) achieving loudness, analog character, clarity, width, dynamic control and more using only 1 plugin!

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Hip Hop Vocal Layering Like A Pro (The Easy Way)

Hip Hop Vocal Layering Like A Pro (The Easy Way)

June 17, 2024   

In this tutorial, we dive deep into layering vocals with the latest version of Synchro Arts VocAlign 6!

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Ultimate Shure SM7b and SM7dB Vocal Chain - No More Noise!

Ultimate Shure SM7B x SM7dB Vocal Chain

June 12, 2024   

Wondering why your Shure SM7b or SM7dB has noise and sounds lifeless? In this tutorial, we’ll uncover the best plugins and processing tips to get a quiet, crisp and professional vocal sound with these popular vocal microphones.

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Kazrog Avalon VT-747 SP Plugin (Review and Demo)

Avalon VT-747SP Plugin (Review and FREE Presets)

October 10, 2023   

In this tutorial, we’ll dive deep in to the legendary Avalon 747 Tube Opto Compressor & Passive 6 Band Equalizer now available as a plugin from Kazrog!

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Next Level Mastering with Waves Plugins (Free Presets)

Next Level Mastering with Waves Plugins – Free Presets

November 2, 2021   

By request! In this updated tutorial, we’ll cover all new techniques to increase perceived loudness, maintain dynamics and get more exciting masters utilizing the latest Waves plugins. Check out the tutorial video and download the completed Waves presets for free below 🙂

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Holy Grail Rap Vocal Chain - Video Tutorial by Sean Divine

Recreating the Holy Grail Rap Vocal Chain

September 16, 2022   

Whether you’re a seasoned recording engineer or an avid listener of Hip Hop and Rap, you’re familiar with the sound of the “Holy Grail” rap vocal chain and the countless hit records it’s been a part of. There’s a reason why rap artists like Big Sean, Drake, Jay-Z, Dr. Dre and so many others still ...

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Vocal Tracking Template Design

Vocal Tracking Template Design (Free Download)

November 26, 2019   

Looking for an efficient and inspiring template for tracking your vocals? In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through building a vocal recording template from scratch. We’ll adjust settings and add all the essential plugins so you have the best starting point, setup for a fast workflow and professional results!

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