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Compression, Limiting, Mixing

Using Limiters on Individual Tracks

When most people want dynamic control in the mix, they reach for a compressor. Not me. In my experience, using limit...

August 3, 2022
Musician On A Mission
Microphones, Recording Technique, Software

Modeling Microphones: Everything You Need To Know

Modeling microphones might be the best option out there, especially if you’re a home studio musician. But what are mo...

November 18, 2021
Musician On A Mission
Drums, Mixing

Mixing Punchy Drums for Rock and Metal

Punchy drums play a HUGE role in rock and metal music. But it’s easy to get overwhelmed when it comes to the mixing p...

August 26, 2021
Musician On A Mission
Vocals

Your Vocals are TOO LOUD (Amateur Mix Fix)

Today we've got another mix trick for you. This will help with one of the most common mix issues with amateur mixes -...

May 22, 2021
Musician On A Mission
Compression, Mastering, Mixing, Software

True Peak Meter: What it is and How to Use it

Not using a true peak meter? Your songs are probably clipping without you realizing it. This guide to true peak me...

May 20, 2021
Musician On A Mission
Synthesizers

Additive Synthesis 101

Looking to hook your listeners with fresh and exciting new synth sounds? Today, we're going to be looking at Additive...

May 14, 2021
Musician On A Mission
Gear, Mixing, Software, Synthesizers, Vocals

Pitch Shifter: What It Is and How to Use It

A pitch shifter is not just a corrective tool, which is what it started as. Producers are getting creative with it...

May 25, 2021
Musician On A Mission
Acoustics, Effects, Mixing, Reverb

Convolution Reverb: What it is and How to Use it

Need realistic reverb for your mixes? Convolution reverb may be the trick. Today you’ll learn what convolution rev...

May 25, 2021
Musician On A Mission
Mastering, Mixing

Spotify LUFS: How Loud Should Your Songs Be?

Want to make sure your music sounds terrific on Spotify? Today you’ll learn how Spotify adjusts the volume of your...

December 15, 2022
Musician On A Mission
Business

How to Release an Album: Key Tips for Independent Musicians

Releasing an album is a big deal. It’s a lot of work and requires planning. But it’s totally worth it. And totally...

May 25, 2021
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