Mixing is both a creative and technical job. Even skilled mixers can run into two common problems: over-EQing and harsh frequencies. At first, they can seem like the same issue because both make your mix unpleasant to hear. But they’re not the same. Over-EQing is about how much and how aggressively you use equalization, while harsh frequencies are about what’s… Read More »The Trap of Over-EQing vs. The Pain of Harsh Highs
You’ve finished a recording and noticed a harsh, crackly sound on the loud parts. This is audio clipping in simple terms. It happens when the sound is too loud for the recording system to handle. So what happens? The peaks of the sound wave get chopped off. The result is distortion. Many people believe clipping ruins a recording forever. In… Read More »Is it possible to fix clipped audio after recording? Here’s the process
If you work with recorded audio, whether it’s film, music, podcasts, or voiceovers, you’ve probably heard about room tone and background noise. These two are easy to confuse. But they behave very differently in a mix. In this blog, we’ll explain what they are, how they affect the entire audio, how to spot them in your recordings, and how to… Read More »Room Tone vs. Background Noise: How to Identify Both in Your Mix
There’s something magical about old vocal recordings. Think of a dusty vinyl spinning in a quiet room, the singer’s voice wrapping around you with warmth, depth, and space. It doesn’t sound sterile or overly polished. Instead, it feels alive, almost as if the singer is standing just a few feet away. That vintage, warm, roomy vocals is what draws us… Read More »5 Best Ways to Get Roomy Vocals
You can spend hours tweaking EQ or buying new plugins, but if your speakers are in the wrong place, your mixes will never sound the way you expect. It happens that you’ve worked all night on a track that sounds perfect in your room. Then you played it in your car the next day and realize the bass is booming… Read More »Best Speaker Placement for Better Mixing Accuracy
Starting a home recording studio doesn’t have to drain your wallet. The first step is picking a reliable audio interface. It is a small device that connects your microphone or instrument to your computer for clean, low-latency sound. In this guide, we focus on the best audio interface options you can buy for around $150. We will keep things simple… Read More »Best beginner-friendly audio interface options for around $150
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?
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
Remember when mastering music was only for those who could afford pricey studios? Well, that’s no longer the case. AI-based mastering has transformed the process, making it faster, more affordable, and easier than ever. It’s not just a fancy term; it’s a game-changer for music producers who want pro-level sound without spending a fortune. But can AI really match a… Read More »How AI Mastering Is Changing Music Production Forever
You may want to explore some other options, if your mix is not ‘sounding good’, even after a lot of effort. Or maybe you have got the solution, i.e. audio mastering; but struggling to find the best affordable online tool. If so, you’ve reached the right place. What if you could achieve studio-quality sound in just a few minutes? And… Read More »How to Get Studio-Quality AI Mastering on Mobile Instantly
