Production Tips

5 Advantages of mixing in mono
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5 Advantages of mixing in mono

Audiotent Tip 411. 5 Advantages of mixing in mono.Mixing in mono isn't for everyone, but there can be some great advantages in doing so. If you've not tried it before, we suggest you give it a go o...

eqNarrow Q When Cutting

Narrow Q When Cutting

Audiotent Tip 396. Narrow Q When Cutting.When removing unwanted resonances using an equalizer, it's often a good practice to use a narrow Q value.This way the cut is very precise and has less impac...

frequency maskingPanning

Panning

Audiotent Tip 336. Panning.Positioning your instruments left or right in the stereo field is a great way to get more separation in your mix.Make sure you don't pan two instruments of the same frequ...

fatigueMix your music in the first half of the day

Mix your music in the first half of the day

Audiotent Tip 326. Mix your music in the first half of the day.Try to mix your music and apply the final touches as early in the day as possible.We tend to listen to music or be in louder places th...

mixingRe-adjust in the mix

Re-adjust in the mix

#AudiotentTip 300. Re-adjust in the mix.Smaller issues, such as sibilant vocals, loud claps or harsh cymbals can be very tricky to fix in the mastering process. Make sure you re-adjust them in the ...

mixingMixing the most important element first

Mixing the most important element first

#AudiotentTip 290. Mixing the most important element first.Whenever you start mixing a new track, make sure to identify the most important element in the project. This will be your starting point f...

mixingMixing in mono

Mixing in mono

#AudiotentTip 264. Mixing in mono.A great mixing technique that is used by some of the worlds leading engineers is to mix in mono. Simply add a utility plugin on your master bus that allows you to ...

eq tipsEQ Tip on how to refocus high frequencies

EQ Tip on how to refocus high frequencies

#AudiotentTip 253. Refocusing High Frequencies.During the creative process, if you find yourself reaching for more high frequency sounds to brighten up a dull mix, stop. Instead, try to remove the...

dynamic rangeDynamic Range

Dynamic Range

#AudiotentTip 229. Dynamic range.Make sure you don't over compress or over limit your master too much. This will drastically reduce the dynamic range of your track. The transient detail and punch w...

gainMixing techniques using levels and pan controls

Mixing techniques using levels and pan controls

#AudiotentTip 181. Levels & Pan.Before reaching for that new compressor you've bought, or adding more processing to your mix. Try to balance all of your elements with just volume and pan positi...