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Mixing

Balance levels, make the low end coexist, then build space and depth.

Intermediate6 lessons≈ 50 min

Objectives

  • Build a level balance by ear.
  • Make kick and bass coexist.
  • Use reverb, stereo width and depth.

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Modules

  1. 01Balance

    Levels first: everything else depends on them.

    1. Balancing levelsThe level balance is the most important decision in a mix.
    2. Kick and bassBoth live in the lows: know which one plays and which one dominates.
    3. Balancing the low endA precise balance target between kick and bass.

  2. 02Space and depth

    Placing each sound front, back, left, right.

    1. Reverb and delayTwo ways to create space: a room, or echoes.
    2. Stereo widthA narrow image, a wide one, or too wide?
    3. DepthPlacing a sound in front or behind.