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Module 9
Mixing the Instrumental
1
Crafting Punchy Drums with EQ and Compression
Apply EQ and compression to a kick drum and snare to achieve punch, snap, and body.
2
Parallel Compression for Drums
Use parallel compression on a drum bus to add power and weight to the overall drum kit.
3
Rhythm Section Clarity: Kick and Bass EQ & Sidechain
Carve out space between the kick drum and bass guitar using EQ and sidechain compression.
4
Optimizing Bass for Clarity and Translation
Process bass for clarity and weight, ensuring it translates well on different speaker systems.
5
Sculpting Synths & Keys for Your Mix
Sculpt synthesizers and keyboards to fit in the mix using EQ, compression, and stereo imaging.
6
Mixing Background Vocals
Blend background vocals and harmonies with the lead vocal using volume, panning, and effects.
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