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Audio Mastering
December 27, 2023
Audio Mixing & Mastering Terms: The Ultimate Glossary
Audio mixing and mastering terms explained. From audio mixer components to mixing techniques and even mastering terms, we've got you covered!
Audio Mastering
December 8, 2023
Mastering Multiband Compression: Essential Techniques
Explore the intricacies of Multiband Compression in our comprehensive guide. Discover expert techniques for mixing and mastering.
Audio Mastering
January 17, 2023
What is Mid/Side Processing? Learn the Techniques
What is Mid/Side processing? M/S processing is a powerful mixing and mastering technique that will help improve your sound and skills...
Audio Effects Processors
December 8, 2022
Chorus, Flanger and Phaser Effects, Explained
Understanding Chorus, Flangers & Phasers; What are their notable differences, how do they work, and how can I use them?
Audio Mixing
June 17, 2021
Mixing with mastering in mind
Mixing with mastering in mind in a digital audio workstation (DAW) ensures your mix sounds good in any format. You'll save time and money too
Music Production
May 5, 2021
Psychoacoustics: How Sound Perception Influences Music Production
Psychoacoustics is the science of how we perceive sound. Used in music production, we can make emotional music really tug on the heartstrings
Audio Mastering
March 2, 2021
What is Stem Mastering? Differences from Standard Mastering
The term "stem mastering" is widely misunderstood by amateur music producers. This article is meant to explain exactly what stem mastering is
Audio Mixing
February 16, 2021
What is Mixing? Audio Mixing explained
What is mixing? Audio mixing is the process of joining all the individual tracks from a song into a single stereo track. This requires...
Audio Equipment
June 10, 2020
How to Choose a Digital Mixer – Key Overlooked Factors
A digital mixer can help you produce great sounding mixes in the studio, but only if you're ready to use them to their fullest potential.
Audio Mixing
July 17, 2019
Mixing While Recording: Should you be doing it too?
Should you be mixing while recording your music? Let's explore what factors determine whether you not you should mix as you go.
Music Production
May 15, 2019
Fixing a Recording in the Mix: Is it Always Possible?
Fixing a recording in the mix isn't always the best option or even possible. But modern technology makes it possible to tweak several minor recording flaws.
DJ
March 27, 2019
Your First DJ Turntable – Mixing, Sampling & Scratching
Looking at getting a DJ Turntable? Want to learn to mix, scratch and sample music? Today, we've got you covered on everything you need to know!
Audio Mixing
March 6, 2019
Mute and Solo: When, Why, and How to Mute/Solo When Mixing
The mute and solo buttons are powerful tools for isolating mix elements, uncovering creative avenues, and making important adjustments for groups of tracks.
Music Production
February 27, 2019
3 Professional Audio Engineer Tips That You Should Know
There are things every practitioner must learn and do in order to grow. Here are 3 professional audio engineer tips that you should know about and use.
Recording
February 13, 2019
Vocal Recording Techniques: 5 Ways to Shape a Vocal Take in the Studio
Employing these vocal recording techniques can make mixing less intensive and more effective. So let's look at 5 ways to shape a vocal take in the studio.
Software & Plugins
February 6, 2019
Most Unique Waves Plugins: New Tools for Your DAW
You deserve the best and most unique waves plugins. Check out our recommendations for unique waves plugins that you can buy today and hear your music shine!
Software & Plugins
January 23, 2019
Reverb Plugins: Choosing the Best Reverb Plugin for your mix
Are you in the market for new reverb plugins? Let me guide you through some of the choices you can make and provide some of the best examples in the market!
DJ
January 9, 2019
The Best DJ Software: Free and Paid
If you're just starting out, you may not know what to look for in DJ software. We've compiled a selection of the best DJ software out there, free and paid.
Acoustic Treatment
December 27, 2018
Room Correction Cheats: Calibration Software and Monitor Positioning
Not able to stick acoustic panels up for room correction? Let us guide you through some of the best ways to get better mixes with room correction software!
Software & Plugins
December 5, 2018
11 Best EQ Plugins for Windows and Mac
To save you some time, we compiled 11 of the best EQ plugins for Windows and/or Mac, some free and some paid. Have a look.
Offers
November 19, 2018
Black Friday Deal: Get 70% Off Your Order!
There's no better time to sign up with MasteringBOX. This Black Friday, we're offering new customers 70% off on their first order!
Audio Mixing
November 14, 2018
Mixing Vocals to an Instrumental Track: 4 Tips to make them Blend
Mixing vocals to an instrumental track presents unique challenges. Knowing how to blend a standalone track with a fully mixed track is a useful skill.
Music Production
November 1, 2018
Mixing With Samples: How to Make Samples Work with Your Mix
It takes some effort to mold a sample to gel with your project. Let's examine how mixing with samples can enhance your track rather than drag it down.
Music Production
October 2, 2018
Best Books for Audio Engineers and Musicians
The best books for audio engineers teach new ideas and encourage creative thinking. Check out our list of books for audio engineers and step up your work!
Music Production
September 4, 2018
Getting that 80s Sound Right: 6 Tips to Produce 80s Music
Looking to get that 80s sound? Maybe you want that 80s music mix? Let us show you some old ways that you can spice up your new music!
Audio Mixing
August 30, 2018
Audio Summing: Alternative Summing for Better Electronic Productions
Ever wondered about audio summing? Let's take a look at how it's done and some new ways you can use audio summing to spice up your music!
Audio Mixing
August 28, 2018
Comparing Your Mixes: Pros & Cons of Comparing to other Artists
If you're an engineer, you've probably begun comparing your mixes to others. There are several pros and cons to doing this. Let's examine them.
Music Production
August 16, 2018
Producing Beats for Rappers: 5 Tips for Producers
If you're producing beats, you're likely to end up working with a vocalist. Let's look at a few tips so that when you do, they won't have much to change!
Audio Mixing
July 26, 2018
Live Mixing vs Studio Mixing: What are the Differences?
Most of our discussions have revolved around mixing in the studio setting. But what are the differences between live mixing and studio mixing?
Audio Mixing
July 24, 2018
Small Speakers: Achieving a Powerful Mix in all Devices
Making great music that just doesn't translate when played back on small speakers? Todays article has you covered on everything to consider to fix that!
Recording
July 10, 2018
Noise Removal: Reducing Hiss, Clicks, Crackles, and More
One of the greatest challenges every engineer faces is unwanted noise. Fortunately, we have a remedy: noise removal. But how does noise removal work?
Audio Effects Processors
July 5, 2018
Parametric EQ: What it is, How to Use it and Why.
Of the several types of EQ, parametric EQ offers the most precision control. Let's dive into the nuances of this type of EQ, and what makes it a cut above.
Software & Plugins
July 3, 2018
20 of the Best VSTs For Under $100
In this post, I want to delve into some of the best VSTs that give you bang for your buck and are available on the market for under $100 a piece.
Audio Mixing
June 26, 2018
Gain Staging: Understanding It’s Importance
Let's dive into the concept of gain staging, how to keep a good handle on it, and where it applies in both the digital and analogue worlds. Gain staging is essential so let's learn!
Audio Mixing
June 21, 2018
4 Simple Mixing Tricks that Go a Long Way
As you go through the motions of mixing, some subtle, unique tricks lie in wait. Let's take a look at four mixing tricks that go a long way.
Music Production
June 12, 2018
Electronic Drums: 4 Tips to Add Character to Your Drums
Thinking outside the box gives your electronic drums serious flair. Let's check out four tips that can get your electronic drums sounding better than ever!
Software & Plugins
June 5, 2018
Used Audio Software & Subscriptions: Save a Few Bucks
Many of you may not be aware but used audio software is a very popular concept. With used audio software, you could seriously save some big bucks!
Audio Equipment
May 24, 2018
Studio Monitor Setup: Positioning, Calibration & Isolation
Today, we're taking an in-depth look at studio monitor setup as well as placement and calibration. Let us help you to make the most out of your sound!
Acoustic Treatment
May 15, 2018
Studio Soundproofing: How to Soundproof a Studio Room
Studio soundproofing is the act of stopping sound from leaking in and out of your space. Check out these great ways to make studio soundproofing a reality!
Audio Mixing
May 10, 2018
Panning Instruments and Vocals: 6 Tips to Fill Out Your Mix
Panning offers one of the most powerful methods for achieving greater depth in a mix. Let's take a look at six tips for panning instruments and vocals.
Audio Mixing
April 30, 2018
Understanding Bus Compression
Mix bus compression has for me, always been something that plays a huge part in any mix. Let's find out if mix bus compression is right for you too!
Audio Mixing
April 26, 2018
Mixing in The Box: 5 Tips for Great Sounding Mixes Without the Hardware
It's entirely viable to perform the mixing process without the use of external hardware. Here are 5 tips for mixing in the box.
Software & Plugins
April 24, 2018
The Best iOS DAW for Music Production
Constantly on the go? With the wonders of modern technology, you too can make and record music by grabbing yourself an iOS DAW!
Music Production
April 12, 2018
6 Essential Production Techniques You Should be Using
Today, I'd like to provide you with six essential production techniques that will make your world a little smoother and help you with your musical goals!
Audio Mastering
April 3, 2018
The Aural Exciter: A Magical Audio Enhancer?
There are some lesser known mixing techniques out there, some of which can make a huge impact on a mix. Here we'll explore the aural exciter.
Audio Effects Processors
March 27, 2018
Pitch Correction: How to Tune Your Vocals for a Better Mix
How one uses pitch correction depends on one's goals with a given song and mix. And there's a lot more to pitch correction than one might think.
Audio Effects Processors
March 22, 2018
What is a De-esser? De-essing Your Vocals
When it comes to mixing, every little detail matters. A de-esser provides an easy way to ensure that sibilance doesn't throw off the entire mix.
Software & Plugins
March 20, 2018
13 of the Best Free VST Plugins for Windows
Today we're going to take a look at 10 free VST plugins for windows that give the high-end gear a serious run for their money.
Audio Mixing
March 1, 2018
Vocal Compression: Why It’s So Important and How to Achieve It
Compression can be a tricky tool to master, but it's necessary to produce professional sounding songs. Let's explore why vocal compression is so important.
Audio Mixing
February 27, 2018
Mixing in Mono: How and Why You Should Be Doing This
Today's article aims to take a step back in time and reconnect us with an old but still incredibly relevant concept, mixing in mono.
Recording
February 15, 2018
10 Things to know before entering a recording studio
Things to know before entering a recording studio. Do you love being in the recording studio?. or You have never been but your time has come for recording
Software & Plugins
February 7, 2018
The 25 Best Mac Free Plugins
All that gear and software can get pretty expensive. Don't fear. If you're looking to save a buck or two this year, check out these 25 Mac free plugins.
Audio Effects Processors
February 6, 2018
The Audio Compressor: Breaking Down The Parameters
Many of us know what an audio compressor is for and why we use them. This article explains how the audio compressor parameters work.
Audio Mixing
January 25, 2018
Mixing Drums: 5 Tips for Mixing Drums Effectively
Mixing drums might be the most challenging aspect of mixing simply due to all the moving parts. Here we'll look at four tips for mixing drums effectively.
Audio Equipment
January 23, 2018
Studio Headphones: Choosing Equipment for Recording, Mixing, & Mastering
Picking out a pair of studio headphones is like pulling a needle from a haystack. Let's narrow down the choices and find the best studio headphones for you.
Recording
January 11, 2018
5 Main Causes of Bad Recordings
If your recordings suffer, there's a good chance it's due to one of these issues. We'll take a look at five of the most common causes of bad recordings.
Audio Mixing
December 26, 2017
Doubling Vocals: How and Why to Do it?
One technique used in vocal mixing is doubling vocals. Here we'll go over what doubling vocals means, how to do it, and why it's effective.
Music Production
December 19, 2017
Loop Tracks: How to Create Them and Why Looping is Useful
Of all the tools in your DAW, looping might be one of the most underrated. Here's how to create loop tracks and how to use looping to your advantage.
Audio Mixing
December 14, 2017
6 Ways to Help Improve a Muddy Mix
Mud typically refers to a mix that sounds bloated, cluttered, and/or generally messy. Using the tips below, you can clean up a muddy mix in no time.
Audio Mixing
December 12, 2017
5 Mixing Techniques to Use in Your Next Mix
Try out these five mixing techniques as you go. Some of them might already be in your arsenal, but if you have yet to try any of these, now is the time.
Recording
December 5, 2017
Using Real-World Sounds for a More Interesting Mix
All music stems from the natural world, so it makes sense that we use these sounds.There are several ways to incorporate real-world sounds into our mixes.
Recording
November 27, 2017
How to Record Rap Vocals – Tips for Rappers & Engineers
Looking for some guidance on how to record rap vocals? Come inside and grab some tips and tricks to get your rap recordings sounding like perfection.
Audio Mixing
November 16, 2017
4 Tips for Achieving a Wonderfully Warm Mix
So how do we go about getting a warm mix? Check out these four tips and see if you can’t turn up the temperature in your productions.
Audio Mixing
November 9, 2017
10 Simple Ways to Improve Your Mix
Mixing can be difficult but it should also be fun. These 10 tips to improve your mix might help make the process just a bit more manageable.
Audio Effects Processors
November 2, 2017
What is the Delay Effect? 5 Delay Types Analyzed
Delay is one of the most popular, versatile, and fun tools a producer can work with. Here are five delay types and their several applications.
Audio Effects Processors
October 31, 2017
Distortion and Saturation – Is there really a difference?
All too often, distortion and saturation become confused due to the similar effect that they have. A better understanding of the two should help.
Audio Effects Processors
October 26, 2017
What is Linear Phase EQ? And Why It’s Great for Mastering
When it comes to mastering, there's a special kind of EQ that can really come in handy: linear phase EQ.
Audio Mixing
October 19, 2017
Mixing Electric Guitars: 5 Tips to Properly Mix Electric Guitars
Electric guitars are crucial for giving backbone, drive, and power to a song. Wield this power carefully. Here are five tips for mixing electric guitars.
Audio Mixing
October 12, 2017
Parallel Compression: A Guide to Powerful Mixes
Parallel compression is such a wonderful tool for adding power to your mixes. If you're not already using it, you will be by the end of this article!
Audio Mixing
October 5, 2017
Subtractive EQ and Why it is Important
I'm sure if you're reading this then you're probably familiar with EQ. But, are you familiar with the concepts of additive and subtractive EQ?
Audio Effects Processors
September 28, 2017
Audio Compressors: VCA, OPTO, FET, And Other Compression Circuit Types
One of the most common topics that I get asked about is audio compressors. Let's delve into the circuitry and find out which one is right for which job.
Audio Mixing
September 24, 2017
How to Achieve Greater Depth in Your Mix
We want to listen to music that takes us on a journey. Most songs with this quality have a sense of depth. Here is how to achieve greater depth in your mix.
Audio Mixing
September 21, 2017
Mixing Vocals: 4 Tips for Making Vocals Stand Out
Mixing vocals is a delicate dance. You need them to stand out while also not overpowering other song elements. Follow these three tips for mixing vocals.
Audio Mixing
September 11, 2017
How to Use Mix Automation in Your DAW
One major improvement DAWs have made since their arrival is introducing mix automation. Here's how to use mix automation in your DAW.
Audio Mastering
September 7, 2017
What is the difference between Mastering and Mixing:?
Whilst most of us recognise that mastering and mixing are two different things, it's often a blurred line that separates them. Let us clear that up.
Recording
September 4, 2017
Reamping: 3 Reasons to use Reamp techniques
Reamping is a relatively simple recording technique that gives you options, saves time, and opens the door for new layers of sound. Learn how to Reamp here
Recording
August 28, 2017
Recording Drums: 3 Tips to Record Big Sounding Drums
In this article, we will guide you toward achieving the biggest sound possible when recording drums. How to record big sounding drums in 3 easy steps.
Audio Mixing
August 21, 2017
Mixing Bass: 3 steps for perfect low-end
Mixing bass properly is more important than ever. Here are 3 steps to follow to help you achieve balance, control and weight in the low-end of your track
Recording
August 17, 2017
3 Tips for Setting Recording Levels
Setting recording levels is an art in and of itself. To help you get started here are three tips for setting recording levels.
Recording
August 16, 2017
A Beginners Guide to Starting a Podcast
So you've got a great idea for a podcast but no idea how to implement it? Do not fear, we are hear to help you get setup.
Audio Effects Processors
August 15, 2017
5 Types of Reverb and When To Use Them
When it comes to reverb, there are so many choices. Within this article, I will aim to make sense of the different reverb types and when they could be used.
Music Production
August 11, 2017
3 Ways to Make MIDI Sound Realistic
Whether you're laying down some ideas in MIDI or trying to mix digital sounds into your song, here are three ways to make your MIDI sound more realistic.
News
August 10, 2017
Suggest a topic and we’ll write about it
We want to help you produce your music and improve your sound, and the best way to do this is through learning. So, maybe you are struggling with EQ...
Recording
August 8, 2017
3 Steps for Making Your Acoustic Guitar Sound Full
No matter the genre you're working with, there's always room for some acoustic guitar. Acoustic guitar is a staple in rock, blues, country, and folk music.
Audio Mixing
August 4, 2017
Mixing WIDE: Using the Stereo Field
Achieving wideness and stereo depth in your mix can be frustrating. It's by no means an easy feat. Using the stereo field to your advantage gives a mix life
Audio Mixing
August 3, 2017
How to Use Compression in Your Mixes
In this article, we discuss the use of compression and dynamics control in your mixes. The goal is to control transients and keep clarity while mixing.
Audio Mastering
July 28, 2017
Understanding the LUFS metering system
In this digital age, there are so many ways that we can measure the level of audio. What is the LUFS metering system and why do we need it?
Audio Mixing
July 26, 2017
7 Mixing Mistakes You Need to Avoid
Here we explain the top 7 mixing mistakes we encounter, and best of all, we will tell you how to avoid them with little effort.
Audio Effects Processors
July 29, 2015
Types of EQ – Why you Should Only use One
EQ changes the character and the sound of a track. Here we'll explain 4 types of EQ: Shelving, graphic, semi-parametric and parametric.
Software & Plugins
July 21, 2015
Which DAW is Best For YOU? Choosing DAW on Win/Mac
Deciding which DAW to use can be overwhelming at first, in this article we will analyze which DAW is best for you depending on your needs.
Audio Mixing
July 14, 2015
5 Easy Tips For a Better Mix
Mixing can be overwhelming and when you spend too much time mixing your track you can lose focus. Here are 5 tips to create a better mix.
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