Gain Staging: How To Get Your Levels Right 🎚🎚🎚
Gain staging is a complex term for a very simple process. In a nutshell, gain staging is about setting your levels right. That’s it. Whether
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Gain staging is a complex term for a very simple process. In a nutshell, gain staging is about setting your levels right. That’s it. Whether
Vocal processing is all about making your vocal samples unique. After all, everybody is hunting for samples on Splice or Loopcloud. So how do you
The ability to process samples uniquely is a foundation of modern EDM. After all, pretty much every track you’ve heard of has samples in it.
Making mixing mistakes is part of every producer’s journey. After all, it’s only through error that we learn. And although I’m always learning, there are
Distortion can be a game-changer for producers. It’s an effect that can range from the subtle warmth on your mix to the extreme crunch on
Compression is one of the most misunderstood and misused audio effects in music production. Some people argue it makes things sound louder, some say it
EQ is often hailed as the golden tool that can unlock the power of any mix. After all, every producer’s dream is to have a
Beginner producers often overlook learning to compress bass. And when mixdown time comes, it can become a huge problem. The bass is the foundation of
Compressor vs limiter can be tough to grasp for beginner producers. And for good reason. Unlike delays and reverbs, changes in dynamics are sometimes really
Stereo, mono compatibility, mid and side channels, width, mono vs stereo… The world of stereo imaging can be confusing. I know it was for me
The kick drum is the most essential part of any EDM track. And so, knowing how to EQ kick drums is crucial. There’s simply no
Asking somebody to tell you the difference between gain vs. volume feels like a trick question. “Gain and volume? Of course I know the difference!
Reverb is one of the first effects producers learn to use. And why wouldn’t they? Reverb instantly adds depth and emotion to any sound. But
The delay effect is probably the most famous effect of all. Its echoing result is instantly recognizable and can add depth and emotion to your
Phase cancellation is a problem every producer will run into someday. You may have phasing issues in your music and not even realize it. It’s
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