Bass Guitar EQ: How to EQ bass guitar in your mix
How to EQ Bass Guitar: EQ is a fundamental part of mixing. Through the use of parametric EQ, pass filters and shelving filters, you can manipulate the frequency response of […]
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Drum EQ guide: How to EQ kick, snare, toms, hi-hats, overheads and more
How to EQ Drums: EQ is a fundamental part of mixing. Through the use of parametric EQ, pass filters and shelving filters, you can manipulate the frequency response of the […]
Using EQ for character, separation, effects and more
An equalizer, or EQ, allows you to manipulate the frequency content of the signals in your mix. But why would you want to do this? In this lesson, we’ll look at […]
Subtractive EQ vs. Additive EQ: cutting frequencies versus boosting them
The discussion of subtractive EQ vs additive EQ is well debated online. In general, these debates often boil down to the notion that subtractive EQ is superior to additive EQ. […]
Parametric EQ explained: What is a parametric equalizer?
When it comes to equalizing your tracks, a parametric EQ is one of the most versatile equalizers that you can use. That’s because it offers the flexibility to make vastly […]
Pass filter explained: what is a low-pass filter and a high-pass filter?
A pass filter is a really useful tool in audio mixing. That’s because, unlike other EQs which turn frequencies up or down (e.g. parametric EQs and shelving filters), a pass […]
Shelving filter explained: understanding high-shelf and low-shelf equalizers
A shelving filter, also referred to as a shelf filter, shelf EQ, shelving EQ etc. allows you to boost or attenuate either the high end or the low end of […]
EQ before or after compression? The case for each, and my preferred method
Should you place EQ before or after compression? Two of the most important processes that a producer needs to get to grips with are EQ and compression. Whilst other elements […]