Do you believe there’s such a thing as a perfect mix? Are there songs or mixes you love that you describe as perfect? For me, ‘Hey Jude’ is a perfect song and ‘Let’s Dance’ is a perfect mix. But do you think either Paul McCartney or Bob Clearmountain set out to create a perfect song… [Read More] Before you mix another song, read this
SansAmp PSA-1: The EQ you don’t use
SansAmp PSA-1 is a plugin you might use and have a lot of fun with. But if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably always viewed it as some sort of distortion plugin or an amp simulator. And you’d be right! That’s what the plugin does and it can be used to create some very interesting… [Read More] SansAmp PSA-1: The EQ you don’t use
How much time do you spend tweaking a mix?
I love getting comments from you. They’re always thought provoking and help me give you the content you ask for and need. They’re truly helpful and I’m very grateful for every comment and email I receive. Keep them coming! A perfect example is this comment that I got on my ‘Don’t be a DAW Dummy’… [Read More] How much time do you spend tweaking a mix?
Don’t be a DAW dummy
Should I use Pro Tools or Logic? Live or Reaper? How about Studio One? You know what… maybe I’ll use Audition… what do you think? My answer to all those questions is YES! It doesn’t matter what DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) you use as long as you enjoy using it and it compliments your method… [Read More] Don’t be a DAW dummy
How to produce music without a keyboard
“I wish I could play the piano. That way it would be so much easier to produce music!” A statement like that is what is called a limiting belief. It’s like saying, “When I win the lottery, I’ll be happy.” Granted it might not be as extreme but it’s definitely going to stop you from… [Read More] How to produce music without a keyboard
Why some people are music-making machines
In ‘A poor mixer blames their tools’, I helped you remove the first stumbling block that many people let affect them when it comes to creating music. Now, it’s time to dig a little deeper and focus on something very simple you can do that most people won’t. Most people will never put a plan… [Read More] Why some people are music-making machines