Do I Need More than One Pair of Studio Monitors?
It never hurts to have multiple pairs of monitors so you can compare your mix on different speakers — each speaker sounds different, so... Read more »
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Jul 24, 2015, 8:01 AM
Jul 23, 2015, 8:01 PM
Mix Tip: Send All Tracks from One Instrument to the Same Bus
If you’ve got dozens of vocal tracks, something as basic as “make the vocals louder” can become daunting. By busing all tracks of the same... Read more »
Jul 22, 2015, 6:34 PM
Acoustica Releases Free Update to Mixcraft 7
Acoustica has released Mixcraft 7.1, a free update for Mixcraft 7, Mixcraft Pro Studio 7 and Mixcraft Home Studio 7. The Mixcraft 7.1 update... Read more »
Jul 21, 2015, 6:37 PM
When should I use the LFE Channel in Surround Mixing?
An LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel is a special audio channel generally routed to a subwoofer and designed to carry the low end for effects... Read more »
Jul 20, 2015, 7:26 PM
Hybrid Mixing for Maximum Flexibility and Power
The holy war over mixing “in the box” (inside your computer, in your host DAW) or outboard (using a full mixer, summing mixer, etc.) rages on.... Read more »
Jul 17, 2015, 8:38 AM
Should I Pan Individual Tracks or Their Submix?
Submixing — sending numerous tracks to a single “group” track or channel for the purpose of collecting all like tracks under one bus and fader —... Read more »
Jul 16, 2015, 7:37 PM
Do I need a Hole in my Kick Drum Head for the Mic?
Not necessarily. But it does give you more options. You can put a mic inside the hole to capture your kick from the inside. Or, place a mic... Read more »
Jul 15, 2015, 7:57 PM
How Should I Set Up My Monitors for Mixing in 5.1 Surround?
It’s important, with surround monitoring, that you place yourself in the sweet spot where you can get the proper imaging from all the monitors.... Read more »
Jul 14, 2015, 3:29 PM
Universal Audio Releases UAD Software version 8.2
Universal Audio has updated their UAD software to version 8.2. In addition to various fixes, v8.2 features the Precision Mix Pack Collection for... Read more »
Jul 13, 2015, 6:41 PM
Mackie Updates Master Fader to v3.2
Master Fader v3.2, Mackie’s free iOS control software, brings powerful new features to DL32R in addition to performance and workflow... Read more »