Tag Archive for: eq

Weekly Tip #26: Arranging Is Mixing

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Weekly Tip #21: Cut Narrow, Boost Wide

This basic rule helps you to retain the natural characteristics of the sound when EQ:ing. Read more

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Weekly Tip #18: Make Full Use of Automation

You can automate most things in modern DAWs. Read more

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Weekly Tip #17: Stop Using Presets to Mix

Using presets in mixing can be tempting but it’s important to realize every situation is different and there really are no “one size fits all” solutions. Read more

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Weekly Tip #16: EQ in Context

It’s very tempting to solo the part/instrument you are EQ’ing. You should try to avoid doing this however. Read more

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Weekly Tip #11: Identifying Problem Frequencies

Last week’s tip introduced the concept of subtractive EQ - cutting rather than boosting. This week we’re looking at a technique that will help you identify the problematic frequencies. Read more

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Logic Secrets: 5 Tricks for Winners

Logic Studio is vast and there is tons of clever stuff that easily goes unnoticed. Here are five very useful tricks/techniques for your workflow. Some of the tips I have discovered on my own, some I’ve learned from others. Let’s share the wealth… Read more

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Free Plugin Tip: Brainworx BX_Cleansweep V2

Today I wanted to quickly introduce you to a great little free plugin: the BX_Cleansweep…

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Weekly Tip #10: Subtractive EQ

There’s no one proper way to EQ and there are certainly no rules. But…

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Weekly Tip #2: Inspect the Real Performance of Your EQ

Inspect the effect of your favourite EQs have on the sound using a spectrum analyzer. It is easy to get tricked by the curve that you see on the interface of the EQ. Sometimes it’s not an accurate description of what is really going on. Read more

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