What’s going on out there? I hope you’re doing well!
The other day, I got a message over on Instagram asking a question I hear a lot: What’s the actual difference between a clipper and a limiter? Along with that, a few of you asked if you can get away with not using limiters at all on ...
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Hey, what’s going on out there? Welcome back into the studio. If you’ve ever sat in front of your monitors as a beginner and wondered, “Why is my bass so close, but it just isn’t hitting quite the same way as my favorite records?”… you aren’t alone. Getting the low end right is the ultimate balancing ...
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Ever feel like you’re stuck in a rut with your vocal mixes? You watch tutorials, you follow the steps, but your rap vocals still sound thin, muddy, or just… not professional.
It’s been a while since I did a “stock plugins only” video, and Logic has added some powerful new tools. In this tutorial, we’ll build an entire, ...
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If you’re a music producer or engineer, you know that the limiter is arguably the most important plugin on your master bus. It’s the final gatekeeper, the tool that can either give your track that professional polish and loudness or completely wreck the dynamic integrity you worked so hard to achieve. Dial it in wrong, ...
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Waves latest plugin release might look like a humble guitar pedal, but don’t be deceived – the sound is absolutely massive. I recently built an entire drum processing chain with the StressBox handling all the heavy lifting, and the results speak for themselves…
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If you’re a voiceover artist, a podcaster, or a content creator, you know that great vocal quality is non-negotiable. It’s what keeps your audience engaged and makes your content sound professional. But what if you’re not in a professional studio with an audio engineer? How can you get that polished, studio-quality sound from your home ...
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Headphones have become an essential tool for music producers and engineers, especially for those mixing in home studios or on the go. But mixing with headphones isn’t without its challenges. From choosing the right pair to setting proper levels, there are crucial factors that can make or break your final mix.
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Reverb is one of the most powerful tools a mixer has, but it’s often misunderstood. We tend to think of it simply as a way to create space and make a track sound bigger. But what if it could do more? What if reverb could be used to evoke a feeling, a mood, or an ...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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We’re back with another FULL rap vocal mixing tutorial series! This time around, we’re building a professional vocal chain from scratch, using only FabFilter plugins. Check out the tutorial videos and download the finished FabFilter presets for free below 🙂
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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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