Have you ever adjusted the pan position of elements in your mix in the later stages of the mixing process? What did you notice? More often than not, the balance has changed and what you have adjusted can sound either more prominent or buried in the mix. If, for example, you take a vocal part… [Read More] How to use pan law
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Stephen’s Selects #16: January 13th – 19th
I’ve been having a great time putting together a new playlist each week over the last 16 weeks! Listening to more music and analysing the various production and mixing techniques in each track has really helped me fine tune my ears and my skills. And I hope it’s doing the same for you! I’ve got… [Read More] Stephen’s Selects #16: January 13th – 19th
Stephen’s Selects #15: January 6th – 12th
It’s time for my first playlist of the new decade! I’ve decided to change up the format in my breakdown and analysis of each track this week. Instead of providing a narrative, I’ve given you a bulleted list for each track with some recommendations on what I hear and what I think you can take… [Read More] Stephen’s Selects #15: January 6th – 12th
This is the real reason most mixers fail
Most mixing engineers are being held back by an invisible, yet incredibly destructive force. In fact, that force is the reason why most mixers quit before they ever really get any good. It doesn’t matter whether they’re in pursuit of a mixing career or simply aiming to maximise the sound of their own material. It’s… [Read More] This is the real reason most mixers fail
Stephen’s Selects #14: December 30th – January 5th
It’s time for my final playlist of 2019! Each time I create a new playlist, I feel it’s important for me to analyse each track in detail and give you the information that I think will help you get to the next level on your audio journey. Even if you don’t use Spotify, you can… [Read More] Stephen’s Selects #14: December 30th – January 5th
4 steps to mixing like Andrew Scheps
Andrew Scheps is a world class engineer and mixer. He is a 3 time Grammy Award winner and his credit list includes Adele, Jay-Z, Black Sabbath, Beyoncé, Audioslave, U2 and Red Hot Chili Peppers. When I dedicated Stephen’s Selects #12 to the return of John Frusciante to Red Hot Chili Peppers, I mentioned that I… [Read More] 4 steps to mixing like Andrew Scheps