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Multi band compression explained in easy to understand terms. More of my articles can be found here: http://audioproductiontips....

Full band compression explained in easy to understand terms. This goes with my audio production tips blog found here: http://audioproductiontips.bl...

http://www.pointblankonline... - In this video Danny J Lewis defines the terms, threshold, ratio and gain reduction to help...

http://www.pointblankonline... - Introduces the basic concept of Low and High Cut in Mixing. One of many videos on the Point Bla...

http://mixcoach.com - Kevin talks about "The Hierarchy Of Mixing". For more great videos, tutorials, and updates follow MixCoach.com!

http://mixcoach.com This tutorial will show you exactly how to find an annoying frequency and eliminate it.

http://mixcoach.com In this short video, I'll show you one of three ways to get rid of those annoying plosives that happen on vocal tracks.

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http://mixcoach.com In this short video, I'll show you one of three ways to get rid of those annoying plosives that happen on vocal tracks.

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http://mixcoach.com In this short video, I'll show you one of three ways to get rid of those annoying plosives that happen on vocal tracks.

I'll s...

http://mixcoach.com - In this video, we will explore how to properly set up the Expander/Gate Dyn3 for toms using filtered sidechain.

http://mixcoach.com Today I want to show you how to take a repetitive part and find the best elements and make it perfect.

I give you the low down on this interesting little box that promises to solve all of your mixing environment problems. Final verdict for home and p...

Part 31 of 31 - Even though it's possible to recall a mix at a moment's notice these days, it's a good idea to "print" a few versions of the mix at...

Part 30 of 31 - After all your instruments are recorded and mixed, consider laying down a string patch or pad of some kind to breath life into your...

A song about rejection. I like to imagine it with a bassist and drummer but yeah yeah, its a no no...

Part 29 of 31 - You'd be surprised to find out how many popular songs over the years have percussion layered all over the place to give the mix mor...

Part 28 of 31 - There's a reason why great mixes pop when they hit the chorus. It's more interesting than the verse! And one way to make that happe...

Part 27 of 31 - As a mixer you want to do everything in your power to make a mix pop. One way to achieve this is to make the chorus sound wider th...

Part 26 of 31 - Another way to quickly beef up a guitar part and bring interest to your mix is to experiment with octave doubles. It's fast, fun, a...

Part 25 of 31 - Doubles are one of the most effective ways to fill out a mix. If you forgot to record some, here's how to make a legit instant doub...

Part 24 of 31 - Towards the end of a dense mix you can start to second guess your volume levels. The 4db rule can help you find that sweet spot for...

Part 23 of 31 - Mixing is an illusion, and knowing that will help you get your tracks to sit perfectly together in the mix.

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Part 22 of 31 - One way to quickly take your disjointed home recorded tracks and give them a sense of unity and cohesion is to run them all through...

Part 21 of 31 - One easy way to create interest in a mix is to have your lead vocal running through different types of delays at different sections...

Part 20 of 31 - In order to get that perfect lead vocal delay sound, you need a delay that rings out beautifully when the singer cuts of a note, bu...

Part 19 of 31 - Wouldn't it be great if there was a way to get your guitars to compress in volume slightly ONLY when the vocal is singing and then ...

Part 18 of 31 - Enhance your vocal tracks with a bit of presence. If you don't have a harmonic exciter, this little tip can do wonders for your lea...

Part 17 of 31 - Trying to get that consistent upfront vocal sound? Instead of slamming a compressor, try stacking 2 or more compressors together to...

Part 16 of 31 - One hallmark of an amateur mix is an un-edited lead vocal. Mouth noises and distracting breaths both take away from the polish and ...

Part 15 of 31 - Did you know that reverb is not the only way to create depth in a mix? Creative use of EQ can help place tracks further back in the...

Part 14 of 31 - When you want acoustic guitar to be punchy and cut through the mix, you need compression, and the right attack/release settings.

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Part 13 of 31 - For whatever reason, so many mixers tend to boost this frequency a lot, creating harsh and painful mixes. Cutting a this frequenc...

Part 12 of 31 - Today's tip will help keep the kick and the bass from fighting each other, giving you more clarity in the bottom of your mix.

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Part 11 of 31 - This one technique will give you a fatter kick, snare, and bass guitar sound all at the same time. Pure awesomeness.

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Part 10 of 31 - If your kick drum is getting a little lost in the mix, this classic parallel processing technique can help you get it to cut throug...

Part 9 of 31 - In an effort to help your snare cut through the mix without boosting with EQ, consider adding harmonic content with a distortion plu...

Part 8 of 31 - Want to instantly add clarity and punch to your drums? Notching out this one frequency can help tremendously.

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Part 7 of 31 - Too many of us get lazy and start EQ'ing in solo. This is absolutely pointless if you want your EQ to matter in context with the res...

Part 6 of 31 - One of the best things you can do is try and cut with EQ rather than boost. This one mindset will give you clearer, punchier mixes w...

Part 5 of 31 - Take the time to do most of your initial EQ work in mono. It will force you to get the right EQ balance without the false separation...

Part 3 of 31 - When mixing, it's a good idea to start with the most important instrument in the song. The instrument that drives the arrangement. T...

Part 2 of 31 - A simple hack that will serve you well: start mixing the most important and action packed section of a song first and the rest of th...

Part 1 of 31 - Before you reach for an EQ to help your tracks sit nicely in the mix, realize that your volume faders are your first line of EQ. Eve...

In this video I dispel the myth that you can't get a good mix using only the stock plugins that shipped with your DAW. Whether you use Pro Tools, L...

Turn that afterthought of a drum room mic into an instant cymbal knob and bring energy to any part of your mix!

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This nifty trick will help your kick drum cut through a dense mix, without jacking up your balanced kick drum sound.

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Sometimes a mix just needs a little something buried right below the surface to fill in the gaps and keep things interesting. The vocal swarm effec...

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The video that started it all.. David and Alvin doing their version of Actual Peoof by Herbie Hancock

Me playing the native Instruments "Maschine" live.