Archive for category: Weekly Tip

Weekly Tip #22: Isolate Speakers From Desk

If your monitor speakers are standing directly on the table, it’s time to sort this out. Read more

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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 #20: The Oldest Tips in the Book

Obvious as it is, this week I am never the less talking about something that is a very important foundation for anyone working with computers. Read more

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Weeky Tip #19: Get It Right at the Source

What do you get when you put shit into a reverb? Reverbed shit. 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 #15: Check the Mix in Mono

Listening to your mix in mono is a great practice that will help you point out potential pitfalls. How? Read more

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Weekly Tip #14: Instant Parallel Compression

This week’s tip is related to the recent article I wrote about parallel compression. If you are unfamiliar with the concept, you should start by reading the article here: Smashed Up – a Parallel Compression Tutorial. Read more

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Weekly Tip #13: Precision Widening

This technique will let you push a sound towards the sides of the stereo image, leaving the centre free for other material. Read more

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