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)
4 easy ways to get inspired to make music
Most of the time, we just need to sit down and focus on the task at hand to get it done. Avoiding distractions is usually pretty easy and we can rely on our willpower to carry us through to get important things done. But willpower is a finite resource and sometimes, our morning coffee is… [Read More] 4 easy ways to get inspired to make music
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 avoid having an “off day” in the studio
Being passionate about what you do will only really get you so far. Enthusiasm is great but it’s taking action and steamrolling through obstacles that will get you to where you want to go. Yes – even when you’re having an “off day”! You’re reading this article and working on your projects because you want… [Read More] How to avoid having an “off day” in the studio
5 lessons I learned from Hans Zimmer
There are patterns that you can spot in the most successful people. They are the little things that make them stand out as exceptional. I had the privilege of seeing Hans Zimmer perform live with some of the world’s best musicians last Thursday at the Wembley Arena in London. We arrived in plenty of time… [Read More] 5 lessons I learned from Hans Zimmer
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