In this video, I’ll show you a few of the included plugins in Logic Pro X that can be used for Hip Hop Mastering. These processes will familiarize you with some of the basic concepts essential for mastering: EQ, Compression, Stereo Width, Limiting and Metering.
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In this video, we compare and discuss the features of 5 different De-Esser plugins. I’ll show you how to get warmer, less sibilant tones using this valuable tool.
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By request! Here’s a quick look at the difference between normal compression and multiband compression. I’ll show you how to use multiband compression on the master bus, as well as the features that make it so powerful for mixing.
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Here are a few techniques / tools I use to create more lively, dynamic and thick Hip Hop drum tracks.
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In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to use EQ and a DeEsser to achieve bright, present and clean vocals without digital harshness and sibilance.
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The Pro-C by FabFilter is the most versatile software compressor I’ve come across in almost a decade of mixing. I find it to be extremely quick and intuitive to dial in a great sound, which is helped by the visual indicators and sharp ...
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Serum is a relatively new player in the software synthesizer world but it’s already making a strong case as one of the best available. With an amazing tone and versatile sound shaping tools, this one is sure to land in your ...
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One of the most prevalent issues I hear when mixing vocals is harsh, sibilant recordings. This can be especially noticeable within Hip Hop and Rap style vocals because we’re usually compressing the verse audio heavily, which can make these unpleasant sounds more obvious. There are many different ways to correct this problem.
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By request: Here is a new tutorial on how to master your song, in this case an R&B track from an album I worked on w/ Trap and Soul elements. I am using the RME UFX for my metering but as I mention in the video, you just need a plugin or meter that will ...
Continue readingSo, you have a nice Hip Hop vocal recording and now it’s time to start mixing! The most important aspect of the Hip Hop vocal is that it is easily heard, balanced and blended with the instrumental. This is achieved in large part by proper use of compression and when coupled with effects like EQ ...
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