Have you ever wondered which tool is going to help you unlock your music and get the consistently great mixes you’re looking to produce? Is it your EQ? Is your compressor? Or is it both? And in what order should you use that EQ and compressor? What’s going to get you bigger and better results?… [Read More] EQ vs Compressor: What should I use?
Mixing
Plugins are the cherry on top
I’m seeing a lot of ‘My Top 3 (Bass/Guitar/Drums/Mix Buss) Plugins’ videos around at the moment. The concept behind those videos is valuable but the execution is sometimes not as valuable. They can create plugin envy and create a desire in you to go out and buy the plugin you see in the video. Ever… [Read More] Plugins are the cherry on top
How to test your mixing style and music taste
The first Understanding Audio podcast has arrived! I’ve wanted to start a podcast for a long time and I’m happy to announce that the first episode is live right now. It’s a slightly new format for me but I think you’ll love it. I’m a firm believer in using N.E.T time – No Extra Time… [Read More] How to test your mixing style and music taste
Timbaland Songs: 10 of the best
In this article, I’m going to talk about the insanely prolific production style of the amazing Timbaland. I’ll be sharing 10 of the best Timbaland songs and the skills and techniques he uses in those hits. Regardless of what type of music you make, I guarantee you that you will learn something you can can… [Read More] Timbaland Songs: 10 of the best
Scott Storch Songs: 10 of the best
One of the quickest paths to success in music is modelling. No, I’m not talking about getting out on the catwalk but if you want to strut your stuff, then fire away! I’m using the term “modelling” in reference to the idea of role models or people who have done what we want to do.… [Read More] Scott Storch Songs: 10 of the best
5 easy tips for using delay in music
Have you ever put together a mix and felt it sounds very “dry” or that there’s no real sense of space of feeling to it? Sure, you’ve added some reverb and delay here and there but it’s still not quite cutting it. I know what that’s like and I know what can help. Delay is… [Read More] 5 easy tips for using delay in music