Mixing a track can seem a daunting task when you're just starting out. Where do you begin? What should you focus on in the beginning and what should you focus on as you're nearing completion? Let's simplify how we can approach the elaborate task of crafting a mix.
Start readingAutomation is the process of dynamically adjusting any parameter within your mix and recording that movement, such that it will be performed automatically during subsequent playbacks. This can be any parameter you can think of, especially in the age of DAW's. Whether it is volume, panning an aux send or manipulating a plug-in parameter, automation allows you to go beyond a static mix and guide the listener trough the arrangement.
Start readingWhen you are starting a mix, one of the best places to focus your attention is on the sound stage. The decisions that are made during this process can impact subsequent balance, panning, spectral and spatial processing gestures. Combined with effective automation, a good sound stage helps to ensure that your primary elements stand out when they need to, while being supported by the secondary elements.
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