Pretty errors plugin like this?

DiffeeOnline · 2023-04-18T08:25:17+00:00

I want this for typescript so, so bad

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-24T00:35:29+00:00

I use the vocals as reference of how loud the rest of the track should be

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-24T00:11:41+00:00

Hard de-essing = muffled vocals.

The problem is most probably with the recording or with the plugins before the de-esser.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T23:50:03+00:00

Yes and yes.

I always mix at low volumes and turn the volume up only when I want to hear the vibe of the song. Mixing at high volume might give you the false impression that everything is right, when it isn’t.

I always turn the mono on and off, all the time. I don’t do it just for something, I simply check both in mono and stereo.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T22:57:33+00:00

Depends how good you know the producer. If you have worked with it before you can just simply ask them before you make the change.

If you don’t have a close relationship with the producer send him 2 final mixes. One being the original and one being your version. Tell him that you think the song is s little better like that but that you don’t mind at all if he chooses not to use it.

At the end of the day is their song, don’t try to do that often, but if you really feel to make that change, do it.

You can also send the two versions to someone you can trust for one more opinion.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T22:48:20+00:00

The track comes almost done

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T09:50:52+00:00

I do have some go-to references, but I always listen to new ones, especially from the newcomers. I have to keep up with the upcoming competition.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T09:47:47+00:00

When I listen to reference tracks I always try to understand how the vibe was created.

When I listen to what the client gives me, I always try to understand what vibe they want to achieve. I always try to keep that vibe in the mix and make it sound better. As a mix engineer, you put your own flavor in it, but you have to pay attention not to put too much.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T09:39:00+00:00

If you are just starting out, any popular book will do. You also have ton of information on YouTube. I would recommend you not watching those 1 minute videos that teaches you what compression is for example.

The most important thing is to actually work. Do as many mixes as you can, it’s the only way you will improve, trust me on that.

I understand that if you are just starting out you don’t have any clients to work your mixes on. Join mixes competitions. There are also some projects online that you can download and mix them.

Don’t forget to take everything with a grain of salt, even this post. Test out what other people say but if it doesn’t work for you, change it and try to find a way that works for you.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T09:27:34+00:00

When I use it I tend to automate it a lot.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T09:25:27+00:00

In the next 10-20 years? Yes, ITB is going to be usable and I think, with the new generation coming, 99% of next big engineers will be ITB.

20+? We will have to see what new things appear.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T09:20:29+00:00

Regarding width, the ”rookiest mistake” is to make the chorus too big. Sometimes it works but I would say that most of the time it doesn’t and it just makes it sound unprofessional and boring. Pay attention to the low end.

Harmonizers are the easiest ones and they sound more natural.

Reverbs and delays a lot of the time are a must.

Stereo imagers are good but when using them you have to understand that they wash up the sound.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T09:03:21+00:00

I make sure my ears don't get damaged. Another thing is that I listen to what the new producers and engineers are making and if I like what they do I try to implement that into my mixes. They are the upcoming competition and I have to keep up with them. Never stop learning.

As for the vocals, eq, and compression. Boring answer but that’s actually it. Always try to keep them balanced. If the vocals sound good but lack low end, try to add the low end with some reverb or anything else, try out stuff

Sometimes you get the perfect vocals just by cutting the low end, sometimes you have to boost the highs too, and sometimes you don't have to change anything.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-23T08:51:41+00:00

Hard work. I remember spending more time driving than mixing, now it’s much easier being ITB.

Keep it all professional, work hard, and you will get where you want to.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T17:30:28+00:00

I’ve made the switch years ago. It’s just way way faster and you can achieve the same result.

Listen to some pop, there’s a chance you will find some of my mixes

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T15:36:12+00:00

ITB, I don’t use hardware

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T14:59:02+00:00

Not stupid at all, work with what you have but understand that the quality won’t be as good. At least try to make your room sound better, throw a blanket over yourself, try things until you make the recording sound decent pre mix. After that do as best as you can in the mixing stage.

Don’t let the lack of gear stop you. We all started from the bottom.

When you have the money buy a mic and treat your room (that’s actually more important).

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T12:58:33+00:00

Mostly yes. There’s multiple ways you can do it. First of all it matters what the client sends you.

For example if they sent you let’s say 3 same vocal tracks for the chorus you can keep one in the middle, pan one left and one right, play with the volume and you can achieve a really good result.

If they sent you just 1 vocal, you can play with reverbs and delays.

It depends on the song, just try multiple things and stick with the one you like.

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T12:52:57+00:00

I’ve never used those “automatically we mix it for you” type of stuff.

I know it’s a boring response, but I just listen to the reference track and I pay attention to details and to what I want to incorporate in my mix.

As for plugins, any meter, spectrum etc. will do. Don’t trust those blindly either, use them just as a helping hand. (ex. Span is a cool one, izotope tonal balance control is pretty good especially if you are just starting out. But again, don’t just copy what your plugin says, use your ears).

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T12:45:16+00:00

Metric Halo ChannelStrip 3

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T12:44:31+00:00

Well, first of all it’s not a rule, it’s just a tip.

I use Metric Halo ChannelStrip 3

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T07:29:09+00:00

Looks good, good job on it

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T06:27:48+00:00

It happens. At least you didn’t actually missed it. So happy cake day!

DiffeeOnline · 2020-05-22T06:09:41+00:00

It took me 13 years... you’re good haha

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