Essential tips for using reverb on vocals
Modern mainstream music centers around the vocal. The best mixes of our times highlight the vocals in standout ways. Don’t believe me? Go to any...
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Algorithmic reverb: how to create space and depth in audio productions
Reverb is one of the most essential tools in audio production, capable of transforming flat and lifeless recordings into a more immersive experience. In the...
A LUFS and tonal analysis of the top-charting tracks from emerging artists
Continuing my run of music analysis articles, in this piece we’re taking a look at a slightly different angle. Specifically, we’re going to look at...
Introducing Equinox: an immersive, adaptive reverb plugin for music and post production
Crafting immersive depth and life in your mixes has never been this intuitive. Equinox is designed to be your go-to reverb for both music and post...
A LUFS and tonal analysis of 10 top-charting dance and electronic songs
In some of my other recent analysis articles we’ve seen a surprisingly constant trend of most commercial releases being mastered to around -8.3...
How to mix bass: 7 tips for a solid foundation
When it comes to mixing, getting your low end right is crucial to a well-balanced product. Too much bass can swallow up the mix, and too little can leave...
6 ways to use a high-pass filter when mixing
A high-pass filter is an EQ curve used to remove low-frequency sounds from an audio signal. We call it a high-pass filter because it allows...
7 ways to use RX Music Rebalance in production and mixing
I'm often asked if vocals can be removed from a recording, or if it’s possible to split a song into different tracks for remixing. I used to tell...
From a rough mix to radio-ready: We Make Noise and iZotope announce new mixing and mastering courses
In celebration of mix and master month and International Women's month, we have partnered with We Make Noise to offer new mini mixing and mastering...
How to mix a song from start to finish
You’re at square one, staring at a session of unmixed tracks. There’s much to do, from gain staging and unmasking the kick and bass, all the way to...
From the pros: 5 essential mastering tips for 2025
Mastering can seem intimidating, but the truth is, it's more accessible than you might think. Like any creative skill, mastering is a craft honed through...
Oscars 2025: an analysis of the Best Original Song nominees
‘Tis the season – awards season! With the 2025 Oscars – a.k.a. Academy Awards – right around the corner, we thought it would be fun to...
