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How to Mix Music

Learn the fundamentals of audio mixing, how to mix your tracks, and discover resources to help you mix like a pro.

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How to Mix Piano
Jan 19, 2022
Whether you’re mixing piano for a rock, sing/songwriter, pop, or folk arrangement, here’s how to mix piano to sound dynamic, full, and vibrant in your music without getting in the way of the other elements in your mix.
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6 Ways to Use a High Pass Filter When Mixing
Jan 14, 2022
High pass filters can greatly improve the clarity of your mix. Like all audio tools, however, it has the potential to be overused with disastrous results. Learn tips for when to use them and how to listen for the effects of over-filtering.
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How to Fix Audio Clipping
Jan 12, 2022
Learn what audio clipping is and how to use the De-clip module in iZotope’s RX audio repair software to repair distorted or clipped audio.
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Most Popular Tutorials

Audio Dynamics 101: Compressors, Limiters, Expanders, and Gates
Aug 06, 2021
Audio dynamics processing is a major part of mixing in music production. In this article, we discuss the basics of dynamics in audio.
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Beat Making 101: How to Make a Beat
Nov 12, 2021
The beat is the basis of rhythm and momentum in contemporary music. Discover the tools you’ll need for beat making, what makes a good beat, and how to make a beat from start to finish.
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Vocal Mixing 101: Free Vocal Doubler Plug-in and Tips for Mixing Vocals
Sep 24, 2021
Want to learn how to mix vocals? Get essential vocal mixing tips in this round up of our most popular tutorials. Learn how to process vocals, make vocals cut through a mix, learn all about vocal doubling, and more.
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Audio Mixing

How to Mix Piano
Jan 19, 2022
Whether you’re mixing piano for a rock, sing/songwriter, pop, or folk arrangement, here’s how to mix piano to sound dynamic, full, and vibrant in your music without getting in the way of the other elements in your mix.
Read More
6 Ways to Use a High Pass Filter When Mixing
Jan 14, 2022
High pass filters can greatly improve the clarity of your mix. Like all audio tools, however, it has the potential to be overused with disastrous results. Learn tips for when to use them and how to listen for the effects of over-filtering.
Read More
What Is Tonal Balance in Mixing and Mastering?
Jan 06, 2022
Discover what tonal balance is and how you can achieve good tonal balance in mixing and mastering using tools and methods outlined in this tutorial.
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Audio Mastering

What Is Tonal Balance in Mixing and Mastering?
Jan 06, 2022
Discover what tonal balance is and how you can achieve good tonal balance in mixing and mastering using tools and methods outlined in this tutorial.
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What is Mid/Side Processing?
Dec 09, 2021
Discover what mid/side processing is and how to use it when mixing and mastering to create a full, wide mix that sounds more present and has a more sonically interesting texture.
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What Is an Ideal Mastering Signal Chain?
Nov 17, 2021
Learn how to build an ideal mastering signal chain, what processors to include, and what order to use them in for optimal results.
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Are You Listening? Season 3, Ep. 1: Mastering with Headphones

Are You Listening? is back! In episode one of season three, follow along as Jonathan Wyner shares how to navigate the challenges—and benefits—of mastering with headphones.

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Music Production

Audio Mixing: 10 Hidden Features in Neutron Pro
Dec 17, 2021
Looking for ways to improve your audio mixing workflow? Learn about these 10 “hidden” features in iZotope’s Neutron Pro that can help you get a better sound when mixing music and dialogue, or editing audio for post production.
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Understanding Chorus, Flangers, and Phasers in Audio Production
Dec 09, 2021
In this article, you’ll learn all about chorus, flanger, and phaser effects. Identify the differences between them, how they work, and how to use them in audio mixing.
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Making Beats from Sampled Sounds with TOKiMONSTA
Dec 08, 2021
Acclaimed producer/DJ TOKiMONSTA shares how she uses iZotope RX 9 to transform everyday sounds into her own unique beat-making arsenal.
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Post Production

How to Fix Audio Clipping
Jan 12, 2022
Learn what audio clipping is and how to use the De-clip module in iZotope’s RX audio repair software to repair distorted or clipped audio.
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Audio Mixing: 10 Hidden Features in Neutron Pro
Dec 17, 2021
Looking for ways to improve your audio mixing workflow? Learn about these 10 “hidden” features in iZotope’s Neutron Pro that can help you get a better sound when mixing music and dialogue, or editing audio for post production.
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Learn How to Repair Audio in Post Production Masterclass
Oct 29, 2021
In this masterclass, David Barber walks through how he used iZotope’s RX Post Production Suite 6 to reduce background noise captured during the filming of 'Paper Spiders.'
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Vocal Production

Using Compression to Help Vocals Sit in a Mix
Jan 07, 2022
Learn how to use compressors to help make vocals sound loud, full, and present in this vocal compression mixing tutorial.
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How to EQ a Pop Vocal
Dec 14, 2021
Learn how to EQ a pop vocal using Nectar Pro. With just a few adjustments, you can EQ pop vocals so they shine through crisp, clean, and clear in any mix.
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Crafting a Basic Vocal Chain
Dec 02, 2021
Learn what a vocal chain is and how to craft a simple yet effective vocal effects chain using compressors, EQs, de-essers, reverb, and delay.
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