Tip # 1 – Choosing The Right EQ
Most of the times the issue would be an overlapping of different elements. Too much of everything is not good for your mixes. So go through all your elements before proceeding.
Tip # 2 – Fix Drum Balances As Soon As It Is Possible
Doing this early in your recordings will save you a lot of time in the end. The key is to set the balance as early as possible.
Tip # 3 – Use A Variation of Reverb And Delay
Utilize the available resources out there but don’t over do it. Know which ones are right for your mix
Read more here: https://theproaudiofiles.com/space-in-a-mix/
Recording Tips and Techniques
The Pitfalls Of Automation
Although we can say that automation is no rocket science, there are still some things that we need to avoid if we are to put it into practice. Here is a list of the most common mistakes, mistakes that we can avoid regarding automation.
Most of the problems with regards to automation are related to routing within your DAW. As you can imagine all the things you wish to happen with your mix and all the actions you are ready to do, and when you do it turns out it’s not exactly what you had in mind. Your reaction? What went wrong?
Read more here: http://en.audiofanzine.com/recording-mixing/editorial/articles/the-traps-of-automation-part-1.html
Straightforward Solutions For Dull Mixes
A common problem in mixing is “How do I make it stand out?” Especially if you are mixing multiple instruments how can you make each instrument stand out and avoid dullness in your mix, here ar some straight to point tips you can make your mix stand out.
Do not neglect the importance of EQ and compression because they can be your best help. Subtractive EQ, by getting rid of the low-end muddiness in the low mids while increasing the volume of your choice instrument to make it stand out. Boost the mids from 500khz to 1khz, these are often overlooked.
Read more here: http://www.audio-issues.com/music-mixing/7-ways-to-fight-dullness-in-your-mixes-from-the-straightforward-to-the-strange/
How To Know When Your Mix Is Done
When mixing a song, you will usually come to the point when you ask yourself “is this enough?” Or do I need to add a little more? When is enough enough? And when do you actually stop? Whether you are beginning or have a had few mixes up your sleeves, everybody goes through this time, and it can be hard. Combine this and the element of time such as deadlines and any money issues, all make it even tougher to decide. Here are some things you should be looking out for to help you finish your mix. And you can finally say it is done:).
Read more here: http://bobbyowsinskiblog.com/2017/02/22/8-indicators-mix-finished/
Drum Recording 101: Overheads And The ORTF Technique
Probably the most important track when it comes to drum recording are the overheads, or simply capturing the sounds of the cymbals as well as the stereo image of the whole kit. But the overheads have more to offer than this, they are also responsible mainly for the “natural” reproduction of the recording and is crucial to the overall sensation of power. Depending on how far you position the microphone, the closer it is the more attack you will capture although it may sound “tiny”, or you can provide more “air” or space between and create a much more powerful sound.
Read more here: http://en.audiofanzine.com/recording-mixing/editorial/articles/recording-drums-overheads-and-the-ortf-technique.html