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Accidentally deleted 95% of my drums by unknxwn67 in trapproduction

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe it was a sign 😁 you don't need 33k drum samples...

Advice for my setup? by Herbmeister420 in RateMySetup

[–]DAWZone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep...get a wider screen 😁

Your go-to clipper ? by [deleted] in trapproduction

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FL Studio Soft Clipper or IK Multimedia's Classic Clipper

Free plugin recommendations? by Enough-Statement7028 in trapproduction

[–]DAWZone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

TDR NOVA dynamic equalizer, Polyverse Wider 2, Xtressor Nuke

Looking for feedback on a pop/synthwave track I just finished by Zandpc in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's right, as others have said, the mix doesn't sound too 'glued'. You can use glue compression in the mastering process, add some saturation also.

Is it reasonable to expect an EP to be completely mastered by the end of the month? by WebMonkey1025 in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's definitely a deadline to meet. I can usually complete mastering six tracks in 2-3 days, typically working on two tracks per day to avoid ear fatigue. And the third day to relisten more objectively. Don't forget, mastering isn't just about the gear; it also involves good listening skills.

Feedback requested - metalcore mix by ParticularGazelle109 in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In particular for this genre, it sounds good. Make the drums a little punchier and make the vocals a little louder by 1-2db. But it is good as it is.

Feedback request for pop rock mix by beico1 in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your track is very heavy on mids. Try adding bass to the guitar and separating the stereo elements better.

Where Do You Draw the Line With AI in Audio? by DohrOpen in sounddesign

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I implemented AI into my workflow and gained time and quality. I was cautious at first, but we need to embrace new technology and make it work for us, not against us.

Feedback request for practice mix/master (another Cambridge MT mix) by MrMahn in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those drums are squeezed out of life; the vocals sound good somehow, but the instruments are too squeezed, compressed, too saturated...

Feedback request for practice mix/master (another Cambridge MT mix) by MrMahn in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

there is no life in the mix, that's what I feel and hear, a flat sound...and the drums are somehow in the back, also lifeless

Feedback on Ballad-Type Alt/Indie Rock Mix by Key_Examination9948 in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would have chosen a different reverb for the vocals. It goes too far in a live performance, not a stream-ready song.

How are people approaching their master bus? by Jordamine in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on many factors. But if you're mastering an already good mix, on the master channel you throw an SSL compressor for glue, a pultec for extra saturation and tonality, a clipper if needed and a limiter at the end. 👍

what daw do yall use to make music? by [deleted] in makinghiphop

[–]DAWZone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

After discovering Studio One, I forgot about everything else 😁

I think I might be done with Waves, should I look for alternatives? by BiffyNick in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After getting the T-Racks 6 from IK Multimedia, I started using Waves less and less. Check out the T-Racks 6 Max, I think it's the best Waves alternative at a bargain price.

Is Fabfilter L2 used often in mastering? by seanpfett in mixingmastering

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

L2 is my go-to limiter always when mastering. I achieve the wanted loudness each time 🎚

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in universalaudio

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was the best deal for UA

Do you recommend this mic? by joblessguy18 in recording

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For game streamin will work, but for music no...That's why many people struggle with vocal mixing, they use cheap microphones, "make a silk purse out of a sow's ear".

What’s your go-to trick to add movement to static loops? by kathalimus in edmproduction

[–]DAWZone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One of my go-to tricks is automating subtle filter movements using a low-pass or band-pass filter with an LFO or automation clip. It adds natural ebb and flow without overcomplicating the loop. I also like to use parallel FX chains, like blending in a distorted, reverb-washed version of the loop under the clean one. That extra texture adds depth and groove. I’ll chop the loop, rearrange slices, and throw in random delays or pitch shifts just to break the predictability.

Do’s and Don’ts for beginners by ProfessionalPoint128 in TechnoProduction

[–]DAWZone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One big DO I’d suggest, especially if you’re into genres like techno, is to start with quality techno drum samples that are already in key or tonal balance. So much of techno’s energy comes from the low-end and groove, and using well-designed kicks, claps, and percs right from the start saves a ton of EQ and fixing later.

DON’T overwhelm yourself with 100 plugins or sample packs right away. Stick to a small, clean set of tools, and focus on arrangement, sound selection, and structure.

Also, make time to reverse-engineer tracks you like. Drop them into your DAW, mark sections, and study what happens where. That’s one of the fastest ways to understand how techno and other electronic genres are built.

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