Preparing Stems for Mixing or Mastering

Preparing stems for mixing or mastering involves essential steps that can significantly impact your final sound; learn how to optimize your workflow effectively.

Mix Bus Headroom: Leave Room to Master

Hear why leaving 3-6 dB of headroom on your mix bus is crucial for a polished master—discover how to optimize your mix for professional results.

Reference Tracks the Right Way

Sound better by mastering reference tracks the right way—discover how subtle adjustments can transform your mixes and elevate your music quality.

Glue a Mix With Bus Compression

To glue a mix with bus compression, start by choosing a compressor…

Kick and Bass Separation With Sidechain and EQ

Optimize your mix by mastering kick and bass separation with sidechain and EQ techniques—discover how to achieve a punchy, clear low-end today.

Drum Tuning and Phase Alignment

Drum tuning and phase alignment are crucial for a professional sound, and mastering these techniques can transform your drum recordings into powerful, clear mixes.

Stereo Imaging and Mono Compatibility

Keen to master stereo imaging and mono compatibility? Discover how to create spacious mixes without sacrificing clarity or phase coherence.

Mid/Side Processing: What, Why, When

Discover how Mid/Side processing can transform your mixes—learn when and why to use this powerful technique to shape your stereo image effectively.

Compression Types: VCA, FET, Opto, Vari-Mu

Optimizing your sound involves understanding VCA, FET, Opto, and Vari-Mu compression types; discover their unique traits and how they shape your mix.

Buss Processing Chains Used by Grammy‑Winning Mix Engineers

Great mix engineers use specialized buss processing chains that shape sound uniquely—discover their secrets and elevate your mixes today.