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    • Mixing / November 11, 2022
      Mixing

      What is a de-esser (and how do I use it for vocals)? What is a de-esser (and how do I use it for vocals)?

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    • Routines & Process / November 3, 2022
      Routines & Process

      YouTube channel strategy for musicians: How to grow your audience YouTube channel strategy for musicians: How to grow your audience

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    • Mixing / October 21, 2022
      Mixing

      The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music

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    • Music Theory / October 12, 2022
      Music Theory

      What is melody in music: A guide to pitch, scales, and keys What is melody in music: A guide to pitch, scales, and keys

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    Mixing / January 19, 2018
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    How and why you should use a reference track during mixing

    We highlight the importance of being able to describe the sound world of a recording and how to use a reference to gauge the effectiveness of your mix.

    Mixing / January 8, 2018
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    The top-down mixing technique

    Top-down mixing is getting increasingly popular. In this blogpost, PALA explains his techniques and offer insight on why stem mixing can be effective.

    Mixing / December 22, 2017
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    Learning your craft – a Masterclass with KSHMR

    Read up on what KSHMR had to say, his production tips and tricks, in his masterclass to a select few in New York City this past November.

    Mastering / October 17, 2017
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    4 steps to master your own mixes

    PALA shares how you can successfully master your own mixes with the simplest of tools.

    Tips & Tutorials / October 5, 2017
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    A feature guide of iZotope’s Neutron 2

    iZotope’s Neutron is an award-winning mixing and analysis plugin. In this article, we take a look at how Neutron 2 Standard differs from other plugins…

    Mixing / October 2, 2017
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    Mixing tips for achieving a tighter bass

    In this article, we’ll look at key ways to manage your bass for a better sounding track.

    Mixing / September 25, 2017
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    5 thoughts on mixing vocals

    In this article, PALA walks us through on how to get great vocal sounds in your mix – from the source to the final effects chain.

    Mixing / September 21, 2017
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    Ozone Imager, a new free plugin from iZotope

    Our friends at iZotope have just released a new free plugin. Download the Ozone Imager to widen, stereorize and narrow your mixes.

    Mixing / March 9, 2017
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    How to mix music: shaping and processing

    A beginner’s mixing guide on shaping and processing your mix using EQ and compression.

    Mixing / March 2, 2017
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    How to mix music: What to tackle first

    Not sure how to approach your mix? Here are four things you can tackle first.

    Mixing / November 9, 2016
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    4 tips for vocal-first mixing

    Here’s our top tips for young producers and engineers on why they should start mixing vocals first.

    Mixing / October 6, 2016

    The classic vocal mix trick every producer should know

    Used widely by top mixing engineers on countless records since the 80s, this simple yet effective effect can beef up those thin vocal tracks in no time.

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