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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Mastering 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 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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