If you mix on headphones a lot or don’t have access to studio monitors on a regular basis, then this is for you. Headphones have their place in every mix that I work on and I’d encourage you to use them as well. When do I use them? Even if I’ve completed 80% of my… [Read More] 5 secrets to getting a great mix on headphones
Mixing References
The quality of your references doesn’t matter
Now, before you start getting upset at me for criticising your taste in music, that’s not my goal! The quality I’m referring to is the audio quality and not the subjective quality of the music you use. So if you’re all about using ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’ as a reference, I’m not judging.… [Read More] The quality of your references doesn’t matter
How to adjust to mixing in a new room
Mixing in a new room or space you don’t work in regularly is one of the biggest (and most fun!) challenges you can face as a mixer. I have to do it from time to time and it’s something you might do now or at least have to in the future. If you start mixing… [Read More] How to adjust to mixing in a new room
How to loudness match a mixing reference set (Part 2 of 2)
Part 1 of this video focused on loudness matching your reference set by ear and without a meter. If you haven’t checked that out yet, then watch that video first. In this video, I’m going to help you take your mixes that one step closer to the pros by getting the most accurate comparison between… [Read More] How to loudness match a mixing reference set (Part 2 of 2)
How to loudness match a mixing reference set (Part 1 of 2)
If you’d like to avoid feeling disappointed when comparing your mixes against the pros, then I’m confident that what I show you in this video will help you get on the right track. Over the course of my next two videos, I’ll show you how to get the most accurate comparison between your reference material… [Read More] How to loudness match a mixing reference set (Part 1 of 2)
How to make a mixing reference set
If you’re looking to get faster at mixing, get comfortable mixing in any listening environment and make sure your mixes never fall apart again outside of your studio, then this video is for you. It’s very easy to get lost in a mix and be unsure of what direction or steps to take next. This… [Read More] How to make a mixing reference set