Mixing & Mastering

Tutorial | Aug 05, 2020 by Hollin Jones

Ah, headphones. We all use them when producing though common advice is not to mix on cans, often we need to. Here's five mistakes to avoid when using headphones as your mixing medium.

Tutorial | Jul 04, 2020 by Joe Albano

Joe Albano investigates the chicken or egg situation for music producers... which effects should go first in your plug-in chain? Compressor or EQ, reverb or delay?

Tutorial | Jun 03, 2020 by Hollin Jones

Most producers know that mastering is the final, crucial step in the music-making process. Here are 8 tips to help you do it better.

Tutorial | May 25, 2020 by Matt Vanacoro

Here's four short, to the point tips from Matt Vanacoro that'll help every producer and musician mix guitars better in electronic and dance music tracks.

Tutorial | Apr 16, 2020 by Joe Albano

Learn how to add sheen and shape your final mixes with iZotope Ozone's dynamic tonal processing capabilities.

Tutorial | Apr 06, 2020 by Joe Albano

Joe Albano reveals how dynamics plug-ins like compressors and limiters can be utilised in ways you might not expect.

Tutorial | Apr 02, 2020 by Joe Albano

Discover eight essential tips that pro audio engineers and music producers use to improve their mixes.

Tutorial | Mar 19, 2020 by Matt Vanacoro

The more synths the better, right? Only if they all fit nicely in the mix... Matt Vanacoro shows how you can have your cake and eat it with these five essential synth mixing tips.

Tutorial | Feb 18, 2020 by Hollin Jones

Forget the days of tedious audio editing - here's how to quickly create complex, auto-generated harmonies in just a couple of minutes.

Tutorial | Feb 06, 2020 by Hollin Jones

How wide should you go, and how can you ensure mono compatibility? All is revealed in this quick guide to mastering in FL Studio.

Tutorial | Jan 10, 2020 by Hollin Jones

Explore MasterRig's modular design, awesome custom presets and many processing stages in this quick guide to better mastering.

Tutorial | Dec 05, 2019 by Hollin Jones

This mixing technique can help you achieve a punchy but controlled sound without losing dynamic impact. Joe Albano shows you how it's done.

Tutorial | Nov 27, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Stopping sound from getting in and out of your recording space is a must, and then you have to make sure you don't overheat. Joe Albano explains how it's done.

Tutorial | Nov 06, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Understanding why clipping happens and how to avoid it when working with mastering tools can really save your bacon. Joe Albano shows you how it's done.

Tutorial | Oct 31, 2019 by Hollin Jones

What is an audio bus, what does it do and how can it help your mixing workflow? Joe Albano explains all.