What is the difference between mixing and mastering?
If you're not a mixing or mastering engineer, you probably have questions about how the two processes differ. The technical talk and knowledge of...
Audio mixing
Audio mixing is the art of blending, editing, and balancing multiple sources of sound to achieve sonic clarity and cohesion. Check out our resources below to learn the tools and techniques used in creating professional sounding mixes.
How to EQ bass to sit well in the mix
When people say the bass is the foundation of your mix, they’re not exaggerating. Getting the bass to sit right is what separates a good mix from a...
Mixing vocals: 8 steps to a pro vocal sound
When learning how to mix music, getting vocals to sound professional can be one of the trickiest skills to master—but, it doesn’t have to be....
Gain staging: what it is and how to do it
Gain staging is a term that baffles many beginners. It’s the kind of phrase people throw around at producer parties as though they know what it...
Audio dynamics 101: compressors, limiters, expanders, and gates
In this article, we’ll demystify the compressor and other audio dynamics processors. We’ll cover the four main types of plug-ins used to...
Digital audio basics: audio sample rate and bit depth
In this article, we’ll cover some basic principles of digital audio and how they impact the recording and production process. Specifically,...
From the pros: mixing tips I wish I knew when I started
There's a ton of information available online about audio mixing, the process of blending different sound elements in a song (like vocals, drums, and...
A LUFS and tonal analysis of top-charting rock and alternative songs
Continuing our run of analysis articles where we look at level and tonal balance trends in top-performing commercial releases, we’re looking at some music...
4 steps to a polished vocal mix
Ever struggled to get your vocal tracks sounding just right? Whether you're battling with background noise, trying to achieve a polished mix, or...
8 ways to mix faster (and better)
Audio mixing is both an art and a skill – one that requires precision, creativity, and, above all, efficiency. Whether you're working under tight deadlines...
9 tips for mixing if you're not a mix engineer
So you have an interest in mixing music. Maybe you make your own music, and necessity has become the mother of invention: “I gotta mix my...
10 ways to take your mix from amateur to professional
You can instantly recognize a professional-sounding mix, yet getting your own tracks to that level feels incredibly challenging. What exactly makes a mix...
