Mixing basics

https://ledgernote.com/columns/mixing-mastering/fundamental-audio-mixing-tips-techniques/

This goes over what we have already learned but has clear simple directions, it goes in-depth and has some useful tips and tricks. It’s meant for beginner mixers.

“The fundamental audio mixing techniques to be dealt with in order are:

  1. Volume
  2. Panning
  3. Frequency
  4. Imaging
  5. Dynamics
  6. Effects”

Pro-Tip: Don’t focus on what to add when EQing. Always cut instead of boosting, focusing on what to remove. When boosting, it’s common to push tracks too hot or uncover unwanted sonic footprints. Cut and compensate with volume if needed.”

Ableton mixing techniques

This link provides a brief overview of the main mixing techniques used in Ableton to help you get started with mixing .

click here

this website includes:

  • EQs
  • Compressors
  • sidechains
  • Utility
  • grouping tracks
  • warp
  • etc

 

 

 

Genius Deconstructed

The ‘genius’ YouTube channel has a series called ‘deconstructed’ that basically breaks down popular songs and sheds light on the producers who are behind very well known songs (worth a watch!)