What Is Audio Summing?
In today’s post, we’re exploring an audio engineering concept called “summing” – and how it differs in analog vs. digital production.
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A Guide to Mixing Lead Vocals Against a Background Chorus
We asked Atlantic Records’ pro mixing engineer, Brandon Miranda, to share his thoughts on mixing lead vox against a background chorus…
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How to Add More Character to Your Hip-Hop Mix
Mixing is about more than just the technical ability to prepare sound for mastering, it’s an opportunity to add soul and life to your music.
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Language and the Gender Gap: The Power of Words
What do Phil Spector, Gearslutz, and the mainstream media have in common? Ask women in the music industry for the last 50 years….
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Practicing Proactivity
A powerful editorial about how to beat Imposter Syndrome and a lack of confidence by rewriting the rules of your working mental state.
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How to Develop a Positive Working Relationship with an Engineer
Hiring the right person for the job is vital in the audio recording process. Here are some tips for developing a positive relationship.
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Our Favorite Microphones for Podcasting
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your podcasting setup or just getting started on your first transmission, here are 8 mics that’ll help you sound great!
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5 Essential Books for the Audio Engineer’s Shelf
Thinking of taking your audio recording and mixing skills to a higher level? These 5 inspiring books will help point you in the right direction!
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Checking Your Mix as an Artist: How to Decide if It Sounds “Right”
Your mix will sound different depending on the speakers, location, time of day, and even your mood. How do you know when it really does need to change?
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4 Important Things to Keep in Mind Before Prepping Your Song for Mixing
Last week, during Soundfly’s Office Hours #4, I sat down with Grammy-nominated audio engineer and instructor of our acclaimed online course, Faders Up: Advanced Mix Techniques, Kenta Yonesaka, and producer/songwriter Josh Conway out of Los Angeles to discuss the most crucial steps to take to properly prepare a track for a mix engineer, and common missteps to…
