Compression is a useful tool in mixing – it helps to smooth out excessive dynamics for a more stable overall level in a track or even entire mix. This brings more energy to that track or mix, not to mention more practically it makes it easier to set the level of that track without needing […]
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Even after you’ve compressed all of the individual mics and/or components of your drum bus (see my drum compression chart), your drum bus itself can benefit from some light (or even some extreme) compression. Use this drum bus compression cheat sheet to bring a bit more cohesion to your entire kit. Drum Bus Compression My
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A buzzing snare can drive you crazy and draw your attention away from the rest of the mix, let alone the drums themselves. Let’s talk how to mitigate snare drum buzz to clean up your drums and mix. How to Fix Snare Drum Buzz Snare drum buzz is obviously best addressed before you record the
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I recently talked how to EQ a live kick drum, so I thought I would also put together a cheat sheet for the second most important element of the drum kit live or otherwise, the snare. Just like with the kick, there are some curveballs to consider when EQing a live snare, so let’s get
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Backing vocals come in a lot of varieties: harmonies, doubles, gang vocals, or simply parts which are unique from but not priority like the lead. Let’s talk how to mix background vocals. How to Mix Background Vocals The key in getting your background vocals to sound great is to contrast them with the lead, and
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