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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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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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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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SSL x Sean Divine - 2020 Vision (Session)

SSL x Sean Divine – 2020 Vision Session

December 1, 2020   

I’ve teamed up with Solid State Logic to share the full session files for one of my new songs, “2020 Vision”, available now as a free download.

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Top 5 Waves Plugins You’ll Use Every Session

December 19, 2022   

In this tutorial, I’ll show you 5 Waves plugins that have stood the test of time and that you’ll find yourself using in every session for years to come.

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Pop R&B Vocal Chain Design - Free Preset for Waves Studio Rack

Pop R&B Vocal Chain Design – Free Tutorial Series

July 2, 2019   

In this tutorial series, we’re designing a male pop r&b vocal chain from scratch, start to finish, using only Waves plugins and the free Studio Rack utility. We’ll cover proven vocal mixing plugins for a polished sound, as well as new techniques that are unique to this vocal style!

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Mastering Chain Design with Waves Plugins - Sean Divine Tutorial Series

Mastering Chain Design Tutorial Series (Preset Download)

April 2, 2019   

We’re back with the new Mastering Chain Design series, completing an R&B master start to finish using the free StudioRack utility plugin (compatible with all DAWs) and Waves Gold.

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Mixing Lofi Beats with Waves Retro Fi – Free Presets

November 29, 2021   

Looking to add lo-fi nostalgia to your mix? In this tutorial, we’ll check out the new Retro Fi plugin and hear it on drums, 808s, guitars, synths and more. Check out the video and download all of the Waves Retro Fi presets from the tutorial for free using the link below 🎛

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StudioRack / Waves V11 Compatibility Update

May 27, 2020   

Update (5.27.20)
The latest version of StudioRack is now available and is fully compatible with the latest Waves V11 plugins and StudioRack presets.

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Mixing with SSL Native Plugins - Sean Divine

Mixing with SSL Native Vocalstrip 2 + Drumstrip (Tutorial Series)

January 15, 2020   

While SSL is known for their legendary analog hardware used on countless hit recordings, they’ve more recently updated their complete line of SSL Native software mixing plugins.

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Mixing Low End Like A Pro - Tips and Plugins for Better Bass Mixes

Mixing Low End Like A Pro (Video Tutorial)

June 13, 2019   

Mixing Low End Like A Pro – Better Bass

In this video, we’re covering essential tips and techniques for mixing low end bass you can FEEL!

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Divine Mastering Chains Now Available

March 5, 2019   

Divine Mastering Chains is an exclusive collection of versatile mastering presets, utilizing industry-standard Waves Gold plugins.

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Mixing Rap Vocals with Waves Plugins

Mixing Rap Vocals with Waves Plugins (Free Tutorial Series)

September 18, 2018   

We’re back once again in the Mixing with Waves Plugins series, mixing rap vocals start to finish using the free StudioRack utility plugin (compatible with all DAWs).

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Mixing Vocals with Waves Plugins (R&B)

Mixing Vocals with Waves Plugins (Free R&B Tutorial Series)

August 23, 2018   

A new 3 part tutorial series, Mixing Vocals with Waves plugins! We’ll mix an R&B style vocal, start to finish using the free StudioRack utility plugin (compatible with all DAWs).

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Divine Mixing Vocal Chains V2 Screenshot - Vocal Presets for Waves Studio Rack

Divine Mixing Vocal Chains V2 Now Available

August 1, 2018   

Divine Mixing – Vocal Chains V2 is an exclusive collection of world-class vocal presets compatible with all major DAWs.

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Izotope VocalSynth 2 Video Demo + Free Preset

iZotope VocalSynth 2 Video Demo + Free Preset

May 23, 2018   

The team at iZotope sent over the newly updated VocalSynth 2 for you all to check out!

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Divine Mixing Vocal Chains Now Available

May 1, 2018   

Introducing Divine Mixing Vocal Chains, an exclusive collection of world-class vocal presets for Logic Pro X and Cubase Pro.

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Logic Pro X 10.4 Vintage EQs Collection

Logic Pro X 10.4 Update – Vintage EQ Collection

February 3, 2018   

Logic Pro X 10.4 – Vintage EQ Collection

The 10.4 update for Logic Pro X introduces long-awaited, studio quality emulations of vintage hardware EQs.

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Logic Pro X Compressor and Compression Types Explained

Logic Pro X Compressor Explained

December 19, 2017   

Logic Pro X Compressor and Compression Types

The compressor is arguably the most important plugin when mixing vocals (and also one of the toughest to get the hang of). Thankfully, Logic Pro X includes one of the best stock compression plugins around and it’s extremely versatile for many different tasks.

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