In this week's video, I dive into one of my all-time favorite drum recordings, illustrating my approach to blending EQ, compression, and plugin wizardry for maximum impact. Balancing the technical and musical facets of mixing is challenging, but always rewarding.
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Train Your Ears Like a Pro: The Art of Blind Testing /
In the world of audio mixing, developing a sharp ear is as crucial as having the right tools. Blind testing emerges as an essential technique for making mix decisions with clarity and eliminating the bias that favorite plugins can create.
Read MoreMastering De-Essing with Precision and Insight /
De-essing isn't just about eliminating harsh sibilance — it's about refining it so the vocal stays lush and inviting. Here's how I use Velvet alongside manual techniques to get it right.
Read MoreMastering the Art of Sprint Mixing: A Real-Time Strategy /
Sprint mixing is the ultimate test of your decision-making under pressure. In this week's session, I attempt to transform a full production in just 10 minutes — and walk away with a sharper workflow every time.
Read MoreEffortless Mix Prep: Streamline Your Workflow /
Great mixes start before you touch a fader. Here's the mix prep process I use to stay organized, efficient, and fully focused on creativity when it counts.
Read MoreHow I Prep a Production for Mixing (Without Losing What Made It Great) /
Preparing for a mix isn't about erasing what's been achieved — it's about elevating it. Learn how a blank slate, smart organization, and your rough mix work together to bring out the best in any production.
Read MoreMastering Drum Editing with Pro Tools /
In this week's video, I dive deep into drum editing using Beat Detective in Pro Tools, unraveling techniques that can take your mix from good to exceptional. From organizing playlists to crafting crossfades and setting up key tracks, these are the details that make the difference.
Read MoreMaster Compression with Just One Tool /
If you could only use one compressor, which would it be? For me, it's the Distressor — a single piece of gear that can emulate both an 1176 and an LA-2A. Here's how I use it to build a full vocal chain.
Read MoreAchieving a Pro Mix with Just Two Plugins /
In this video, I mixed a live church recording using only two plugins — an SSL Channel Strip and a Distressor. The experiment proved that technique and
decision-making matter more than a full plugin arsenal.
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