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From Room Acoustics to Final Mix. Your Pro Audio Blog.
  • Preparing Your Mix for Mastering - Congratulations! You've reached the final hurdle in your music production journey – mastering. Before you hit send and hand over your precious mix, a few key steps can ensure a smooth transition to the mastering engineer and maximize the potential of your track. Here's a detailed breakdown to prepare and deliver your mix for a phenomenal mastering experience.

    Preparing Your Mix for Mastering

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  • Mastering for Vinyl in Your DAW - The vinyl revival has producers scrambling to get their tracks onto wax. But translating a digital mix to the physical world of vinyl requires a specific mastering approach. Here's a detailed guide to mastering for vinyl in your DAW, including plugin recommendations, crafting your plugin chain, navigating limiting and clipping, and understanding LUFS:

    Mastering for Vinyl in Your DAW

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  • Producing and Mixing Soundscapes for Television - Soundscapes are the unsung heroes of television, the aural architects that sculpt atmosphere and emotional resonance into our viewing experience. From the frenetic pulse of a chase scene to the unsettling stillness of a haunted house, these soundtracks subtly guide our perception and draw us deeper into the narrative. But for the aspiring composer, crafting these evocative pieces requires a nuanced approach. Let's delve into the world of soundscape production and mixing for television.

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  • Tweeters on Trial: Ribbon vs. Soft Dome - The world of studio monitors can feel like navigating a sonic minefield. Choosing the right equipment is crucial for accurate mixing decisions, and the tweeter – that unassuming little driver – plays a starring role in this drama. Today, we'll delve into the intricacies of two popular contenders: ribbon tweeters and soft dome tweeters. By dissecting their pros and cons, we'll equip you to pick the perfect champion for your mixing needs.

    Tweeters on Trial: Ribbon vs. Soft Dome

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  • 7" vs 8" Woofer for your Studio Monitors - When building your home studio, choosing the right studio monitors is crucial. A key factor in this decision is the woofer size. Here's a breakdown of the pros and cons of 7" woofers like the Hedd Type 07 and 8" woofers like the Dynaudio Lyd 8 to help you pick your perfect match.

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  • 10 Tips Panning in Your Mix - Panning is a mixing technique that allows you to position sounds within the stereo image of your music. Here are 10 tips to elevate your panning game and achieve a more intentional mix:

    10 Tips for Panning in Your Mix

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  • Point Source Studio Monitors - Coaxial studio monitors, such as Fluid Audio FX50 or Tannoy Gold 5 with their tweeter nestled within the woofer cone, have become a tempting proposition for audio engineers seeking a precise and revealing listening experience. But this unique design approach comes with its own set of considerations. Here's a detailed breakdown of the pros and cons of coaxial monitors to help you decide if they're the right fit for your studio.

    Point Source Studio Monitors

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  • 20 Power User Tips for Bitwig Studio 5 - Bitwig Studio 5 is a powerful digital audio workstation (DAW) used by music producers, composers, and sound designers around the world. Whether you're a seasoned Bitwig user or just getting started, these 20 power user tips will help you unlock the full potential of the software and streamline your workflow:

    20 Power User Tips for Bitwig Studio 5

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  • 20 FL Studio Power Tips to Supercharge Your Productions - FL Studio is a powerhouse DAW teeming with features, but even seasoned producers can benefit from workflow hacks and hidden gems. Here are 20 FL Studio power tips to elevate your productions and streamline your creative process:

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  • 10 Mixing Mistakes That Haunt Even the Best Engineers - Hey audio alchemists! We've all been there - spending hours in the mixing trenches, only to end up with a less-than-stellar final product. The good news? A lot of common mixing mistakes can be easily avoided. So, grab your headphones and take notes, because we're diving into 10 ways to keep your mixes sounding fresh.

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  • Why You Should Automate Your EQ - Equalization, or EQ, is a fundamental tool in any audio engineer's arsenal. It allows you to sculpt the sound of your mix, boosting or cutting specific frequencies to achieve clarity and balance. But what if you could take your EQ game to the next level by automating it? Automation might seem like an advanced technique, but it can be surprisingly beneficial for both beginners and seasoned professionals. Here's why you should consider automating your EQ:

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  • A Guide to Audio File Types - The digital age has brought a bounty of music and audio experiences to our fingertips. But with so many file types available, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. This guide will break down the most common audio file formats, explaining how they compress data and when to use each for optimal listening.

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