As a beat maker recording rappers in your home studio, you need to deliver clean, professional-sounding vocals that match the energy of your beats. Even without a fancy setup, the right techniques can take your recordings to the next level. Here are five essential tips to help you:
1. Tame...
Gain staging is a foundational mixing skill that can drastically improve your workflow and final mix quality. If you’re struggling with distorted tracks, inconsistent levels, or processing that doesn’t hit quite right, understanding gain staging will help you fix those problems...
Does this sound familiar? You’ve got an 8-bar loop you’re hyped about. It’s dope, but now it’s sitting there, going nowhere. You want to turn it into a full, polished track ready for release, but the steps feel overwhelming—arranging, mixing, mastering, and...
Mixing music can be an art form, but having the right tools makes all the difference. I’ve compiled a list of my top 10 favorite plugins to help you work faster, stay inspired, and create professional mixes in your home studio. Whether you're after precision, speed, or...
Success is measured by how many mistakes we’ve learned from. Over the years, I’ve made plenty. Each one taught me something valuable and helped me grow as a mix engineer. Here are my top 5 mixing mistakes, how I overcame them, and how you can avoid them. Let’s dive in.
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Want your mixes to sound polished and professional? Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, these five mixing tips will transform your workflow and help you achieve better results. Let’s dive in!
1. Stay Organized with Groups and Buses
Back when I started mixing,...
If you're anything like me, you have a folder full of beat sketches that never see the light of day.
Maybe you’ve struggled to turn those ideas into full compositions? Or perhaps you’re unsure how to mix your beats so they’re ready for vocals? I've had my fair share of...
Remixing can breathe new life into a beat, but finding an acapella and syncing it perfectly to your beat can feel like a daunting task. Have you ever struggled to isolate vocals from a track or align them seamlessly with your music? If so, this guide is for you. Here, I'll show you how to...
I recently did a Youtube Live about 10 plugins I will continue using in 2025. Unfortunately, the video met some technical issues, but the plugins are GREAT. Take a look:
There are 3 categories: Production, mixing and mastering. First off the production plugins:
1. The...
Ever wish you had a cheat code for creating perfectly balanced mixes? Something that gives you clarity about what’s missing—or what you might have too much of—in your tracks? Today, I’m revealing one of my secret weapons that has been part of my workflow for years:...
Problem #1: Spending Time on Track Naming, Sequencing, and Coloring
Naming, organizing, and coloring each track can take up way too much time, especially if you’re importing your stems into a new session. To get the best results faster, I export my sessions from my production DAW (whether...
So, you've got your vocals recorded and ready to go in Logic Pro X. Now, what's next? In this article, I'll walk you through the basics of mixing vocals, perfect for beginners looking to polish their tracks. Let's dive in!
1. Clean Up Your Tracks
Before diving into the mixing process,...
