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Multiband compressor: a guide to understanding multiband compression

An often overlooked, but never the less powerful tool, is the multiband compressor. In this article, we’ll learn what a multiband compressor is and how it might help you achieve […]

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What is the difference between mixing and mastering a song

Understanding the difference between mixing and mastering. Over the course of producing a song, a song goes through a number of stages. Two of these stages are mixing and mastering. […]

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The secret to staying focused when you mix music

Staying focused when you mix can be tough There comes a point in almost every session when staying focused gets difficult. When this happens your ability to make critical decisions about […]

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Reference tracks: how to and how NOT to use them

What are reference tracks? Reference tracks are mixed and/or mastered songs that you use to compare your own mix to during a mixing session. Periodically listening to a portion of […]

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5 Mixing mistakes that are killing your tracks (and how to avoid them)

If you mix music, then there are a few common mixing mistakes that its important to avoid. Making sure that you avoid these 5 mistakes whilst mixing will really help […]

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Studio monitor placement positioning tips for optimal sound whilst mixing

Believe it or not, the location and position of your monitor speakers can have a big impact on the way you hear your mix. The location and position of your […]

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A simple approach that will save you tons of time when you’re editing audio

Save time editing audio Editing audio in a session can be a very lengthy process. As such, a means of saving time when you edit a session is to make […]

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How to choose headphones for music production: recording, mixing & mastering

How to choose headphones for music production One piece of equipment that no home studio can be without is a pair of headphones for music production. If you’re recording in […]