compression Archives

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…

Com Truise in the studio surrounded by gear

5 Tips for Getting Punchier Kicks (That Sound Like Com Truise!)

Want your kick drums to cut through your mix more aggressively without making a muddy mess? Here’s how to get that Com Truise-esque punch!

An Introduction to Mastering Hip-Hop and Pop Music

While most artists send their tracks out to a pro for mastering, you can achieve a decent result yourself with some focused experimenting.

What Is the “NYC Drum Trick”?

Here’s a well-known trick for fattening up your drums, courtesy of legendary engineer and author Bobby Owsinski.

How to Create a Vocal Chain From Start to Finish

Using processing tools like EQ, delay, reverb, and compression, here’s how to get a solid mix on your lead vocal takes in just a few steps.

How to Make Your Mixes Louder (the Right Way)

Is everything sounding louder these days? It’s not just you, it’s a growing trend in all genres of music. Here’s how you can get your mix sounding loud too.

Compressors vs. Limiters vs. Volume Automation: What’s the Difference?

What are the differences between these three forms of volume adjustment, and when to use each of them in your mixing process? We answer that and more here.

8 Tips for Mixing an Entire Album So It Sounds Consistent

Just finished recording a collection of songs and you want to combine them in a full-length album? Make sure they sound consistent with these 8 tips.

How to Choose the Perfect Kick Sample for Your Track

The right kick drum sound can make or break the energy of your song, and the way the rest of the instruments stand up in mixing. Here’s how to choose it.