Remember that movie “Multiplicity” with Micheal Keaton? It’s a movie from 1996 about an overwhelmed guy named Doug who clones himself to get more stuff done. Obviously, this is a very attractive proposition for anybody who’s got too much on their plate. Predictably, Doug’s quirky cloning experiment backfires with disastrous consequences, and although cloning might...
Have you ever been working on a mix where it sounds great at a low volume, but when you crank it up, it sounds super harsh? In this week’s EQ video we’ll cover the most common problem you’ll find in the high mids and high frequencies and how to avoid it. And if you’d like...
If you find yourself struggling to get clarity in the mid-range frequencies of your mix, this video will help. Boxiness is the most common problem in the mid-range frequencies, and it’s the most common cause of a lackluster mix. Here’s how to remove boxiness from your mix with EQ. If you’d like an easier way...
In this week’s video, we’ll be covering how to fix these common low-end frequency problems: Boominess How to find where the boominess is coming from A Great Way to Fix Boominess Muddiness Check out the video here: If you’d like an easier way to fix all your EQ issues, grab the Audio Issues EQ here.
In this video, we’ll be covering high-end frequencies: that high-end shimmer, brightness, and hi-fi sound, while also making sure things aren’t too bright or harsh. We’ll be talking about: Where the high mid frequencies live (1-10kHz) What we lose in this area Edge and Clarity Examples Where to add brilliance High Frequencies 10kHz and Above...
In this video, we’ll be talking about what the Mid Frequencies are (500-1kHz), what they sound like, what to look out for, and the best practices. Get the Audio issues EQ here.
Making your mixes translate to every single speaker system is hugely important. It can’t just sound good in your studio. It also HAS to sound good anywhere you want it played. And if you want your music heard, your music will be played through all sorts of speakers – from high-end hi-fis to crappy smartphones....
We’ll be talking about the Low Mid Frequencies and what to watch out for. This is the frequency where you get muddy mixes, but it’s also where you get that low-end power. Here’s what to look out for: Get the Audio issues EQ here.
The key to creating mind-blowing mixes that really jump out of your speakers is a fundamental understanding of the frequency range. If you can understand the language of each of these frequency ranges and be able to hear the differences, you’ll be well on your way to producing great mixes. Here’s how to control your...
Today, DAWs have unlimited numbers of tracks. Receiving a song ready for mixing with dozens and dozens of audio tracks can be frustrating and inefficient because the number of tracks is overwhelming, and it’s hard to tell where everything is supposed to go. As you mix the song, it seems as if you’re never getting...