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Subtle issues with the frequency balance can stop mixes from translating well to different listening systems. We offer a couple of suggestions that can help.
This month, we figure out how to pack some much-needed punch into an interesting instrumental track.
It pays to keep your ears open for phase problems when mixing. Tackling them means you shouldn’t have to resort to radical EQ so often.
Patrizio Cavaliere: Our engineer sorts out the bottom end of a deep–house track.
Our engineer transforms a bedroom-recorded rock song into release-ready territory.
Fred’s House: Our engineer overcomes lashings of speaker bleed as he massages a vocal–heavy mix into shape.
This month, we were tasked with overhauling the sonics of a mix while still retaining the magical 'vibe' of the original. But 'chasing the demo' can be a risky tactic!
We check out this suprisingly versatile member of Mackie's affordable Tapco family.
David Crosby’s latest album has gained much praise for its sonics. The man who tracked and mixed it offers SOS readers the inside story — with audio examples.
Just where do you look for that final 20 percent that puts your mix on a par with commercial tracks? Find out, as we apply a little polish to Zeno's track 'Signs'.
Why is Al James poppy and well-arranged track not reaching its potential in the mix, despite extensive EQ treatment and other processing? We dissect his original Cubase project to find out.
When a mix project takes you out of your comfort zone, it’s vital to know that you can trust what you’re hearing.
The market for tablet-controlled mixers is heating up. Has QSC’s new range got what it takes to fend off the competition?
Spektakulatius: With last month’s mixes in the bag, our engineer was tasked with finding and working with a mastering engineer to put the finishing touches to both albums.
Like any hardware mixer, Pro Tools' Mixer can be used to give the musicians on your session exactly what they want...
• Calvin Harris 'Bounce' • Arctic Monkeys 'Spangled Shalalala' • DJ Fresh 'Louder' • Bon Iver 'Calgary' • Pitbull 'Give Me Everything'
Arc Pilot: When you’re talking about bass, it’s definitely possible to have too much of a good thing!
Documentary films stand or fall on the strength of their soundtracks — and when you are recording the emotional outpourings of a world leader, there are no second takes.
We try to bring a bit less garage and a bit more rock to a self‑recorded production with a retro feel.
How do you make a mix gel when some of the tracks arrive already drenched in effects? That's just one of the challenges our mix engineer takes on this month.