If your mix sounds clean while working on it but ends up harsh or distorted after export, True Peak is often the problem. This guide explains what it is, how it works, and how to control it using a meter or limiter, ensuring your masters stay clean and professional everywhere. Table of Contents: Understanding True Peak What is True Peak… Read More »True Peak 101: Everything You Need to Know
Phase cancellation is an essential term in music mixing. Avoiding it is highly necessary to preserve the quality of the mix. Many beginner producers tend to overlook this, which ultimately results in a loss of frequencies and, consequently, poor mix quality. In this blog, you will learn everything about phase cancellation, from the outcomes of this issue to ways to… Read More »What Is Phase Cancellation in Audio? Causes, Detection, and Easy Fixes
One of the crucial aspects in the mixing process is stereo imaging. In the early days, everything was in mono. But today, wide stereo mixes dominate. You’ve probably heard songs that tend to be highly immersive and spacious. It’s because of proper stereo imaging. Not every sound needs to be spread out. Some should stay centered, while others can fill… Read More »What is Stereo imaging, and Why Does it matter in Mixing?
Many creators struggle with sample rate and bit depth. These terms often sound confusing. But they play a big role in your audio quality. If your sound is distorted or clipped, wrong settings could be the cause. This blog breaks down what sample rate really does, how it works with bit depth, and how both affect your audio quality. With… Read More »Sample Rate vs Bit Depth: What You Need to Know
Streaming platforms don’t use the same loudness standards. That’s why your song might sound too quiet on Apple Music but too loud on Spotify. It can be confusing, especially if you’re new to mastering. The solution is to learn how loudness standards work and how to measure them using LUFS. LUFS tells you how loud your track really is. Once… Read More »How to Follow Loudness Standards Without Losing Dynamics
You’ve finished mixing all your songs. Each one sounds great on its own. But when you play them back to back, something feels off. One track is too loud, another sounds thin, and the whole album doesn’t flow right. That’s where album mastering comes in. It’s the final step that makes your songs sound like a complete, cohesive project. Whether… Read More »Album Mastering: How to do it the Right Way and Sound Consistent?
Mastering a song is the final step in music production—but it’s also where things can easily go wrong. A bad master can make your track sound harsh, dull, or worse than the original mix. If you’re a beginner, it’s hard to know if the problem is real or just your ears playing tricks. This guide will help you spot common… Read More »How to Tell If Mastering a Song Went Wrong?
Ever recorded vocals at home and noticed those sharp “S” or piercing “T” sounds cutting through the mix? That’s sibilance. And it matters a lot when posting reels, shorts, or even long-form videos. These harsh frequencies often appear when recording in untreated spaces or using sensitive microphones. That’s where de-essing comes in. It’s a simple fix that smooths out your… Read More »Pro De-Essing Tips for Professional Home Audio Recordings
If your mix sounds muddy, boomy, or just plain wrong on different devices, you’re not alone. Low frequencies are one of the hardest things to control in DIY music production. They can overwhelm your mix, clash with other instruments, or disappear entirely—especially in untreated rooms or cheap headphones. The good news? You can resolve these issues with minimal effort. This… Read More »How to Fix Low Frequencies in Your DIY Music Production?
Podcast episodes that are too quiet or too loud can be hard to follow. Listeners may stop halfway through—or skip your show entirely. That’s why podcast loudness matters. If your volume jumps between episodes or different segments, it can feel jarring. Beginners often encounter this problem without realizing why. The good news? You don’t need expensive gear to fix it.… Read More »Podcast Loudness: Keep Your Episodes Clear and Consistent
