Mixing / Production

To make a splash with a new season of musical drama Nashville, the producers opted for a high-risk strategy: live music segments, performed as the show aired.

These files accompany the Pink Noise article in the December 2014 issue.

Could this neat but powerful little trick save you time and frustration on each and every mix?

I’m recording a singer whose pitch is pretty good, but on higher notes the sound gets a little harsh. Looking at the...

These files accompany the Mix Rescue article in the December 2014 issue

The Black Keys have built a career on a shared love of studio experimentation.

Tom Petty’s first US number one album was mixed almost entirely without hardware — and with only two plug-ins!

We examine the production of some recent hits to help you brush up on your listening skills. Lilly Wood, Taylor Swift, George Ezra and our Classic Mix  is Mariah Carey 'Without You'.

Arc Pilot: When you’re talking about bass, it’s definitely possible to have too much of a good thing!

Broadcasting every single Promenade Concert is a huge challenge for the BBC’s sound teams — especially as radio and TV have completely different requirements!

Team SOS travel to Sheffield, to help one man in his quest to realise his lofty studio ambitions.

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For Jack White, analogue recording is not about looking back to the past, but choosing the ideal medium for his art.

Patrizio Cavaliere: Our engineer sorts out the bottom end of a deep–house track.

This month brush up on your listening skills with Kiesza, Rita Ora, Duke Dumont, Kaiser Chefs and Mr Probz. Plus our Classic Mix - Santana's Smooth featuring Rob Thomas.

The SOS team visit a community youth centre to help them make the most of their new studio setup.

Audio files to accompany the article.

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Learn how to extract the rhythmic elements from your favourite tracks and apply them to your own sounds and compositions.

Audio Examples