Stuck in a loop? Here's how to get out of the loop
#AudiotentTip 194. Get out of the loop.You've built the perfect 8 or 16 bar loop, now what? If you find it difficult to arrange and to keep the listener interested, try this. Every 8 bars make sure...
Understanding compressor ratios
#AudiotentTip 193. Compressor Ratios.When adding compressors on your channel, group and master bus be careful. Ratios are multiplicative and not additive. This means, if you compress your drum chan...
#AudiotentTip 192. Programming Claps.When trying to re-create live sounding claps from a single hit sample. Move the sample slightly off the grid in each bar. This will simulate the natural time va...
Mid Side EQ boosting sides for air
#AudiotentTip 191. Boosting Sides for Air.The majority of EQ plugins on the market today allow you to split the signal into Mid & Side. This can be an extremely powerful tool if used correctly....
Using a reference track when mastering your music
#AudiotentTip 190. Reference Track.A great technique to help you at the mixing/mastering stage is to import a track you like the mix of. This should be in a similar style and sound. Once you have t...
#AudiotentTip 189. Arrangement.Learning how to create professional arrangements is not something you learn overnight. It takes a lot of practice and experience. A great way to start is studying tra...
Tighten up the low end with dynamic eq
#AudiotentTip 188. Dynamic EQ.A great way to tighten up the low midrange without losing too much warmth is to use a dynamic eq. First, find the muddy/boxy frequency in the low mids. Next, set the a...
#AudiotentTip 187. Recording Surroundings.Having a portable audio recorder around is always a great idea. Capturing sounds we come across in our daily lives might spark inspiration and creativity.T...
#AudiotentTip 186. Drum Tails.A great technique to reduce the tail of your drum hits is to use a transient designer. insert it on your drum channel and reduce the release setting. This will give yo...
Adding punch to your kick with an expander
#AudiotentTip 185. Kick Expander.If your kick sounds too boomy and lacks punch, try using a dynamic expander. It will enhance the transient/punch of your kick and allow it to cut through in a crowd...