On this episode our top tips to mix synthesisers: using saturation, stereo spreading, improving dynamics with gates, using reverbs creatively, layering effects.
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In Episode 7 you will learn about: – Mixing synth bass. – Use of distortion and harmonic excitment. – Choosing your Plug-ins. – Widening pads. – Gating and compressing sequencers. – Using reverbs and delays. – layering your sounds.
On this episode we mention the following gear:
– Cubase 8 Quadrafuzz – Thermionic Culture Fat Bustard – Thermionic Culture – Culture Vulture Super 15 – Izotope 7 plug-in
Related Articles: – How Can I Make My Mixes Louder – How Can I Make My Mixes Sound Professional? – How To Mix The Kick Drum (Podcast) – How To Make Your Kick Drum Sound Better
Episode Summary:
00:14 – Introduction 02:43 – Background and use of synthesisers in popular music 03:56 – Mixing synth bass 05:45 – Plug-in choice and uses for synthesisers. (Quadrafuzz, Thermionic Culture Fast Bustard) 08:50 – Pads and wide sounds 12:11 – Sequencers 15:35 – Reverbs and synthesisers 20:20 – Taking advantage of layers 23:19 – Q&A
Questions: 23:28 – Q1 How do you mix toms and snares within a drop? (EDM) 27:45 – Q2 How would you choose reverb for a snare drum? 33:35 – Q3 How do I make a sound more stereo, specifically with vocals?
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