The Magic Is In The Mix: Establishing A Rough Sonic Balance And Building A Compelling Foundation With Your Static Mix

In part two of our series dedicated to the mixing phase of the record process, we explain the importance of finding a quick cohesive balance between the tracks. We talk about building a static mix as quickly as possible, and using this mix to inform the rest of our decisions along the way. Other topics covered include:

-The "80/20" rule and how it applies to mixing
-Using references as baselines for tonal elements
-Separating Macro vs. Micro decisions
-Using Spill VCAs and Aux for speed
-Establishing the spacial identity of your mix and the elements inside it using X-Y-Z axis

-“BEAT IT” STATIC MIX! SSL J9000:

https://youtu.be/fGSTEBwxSbo

-The Art of Mixing: A Visual Guide to Recording, Engineering, and Production [Book]:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iYrfo4ytQY

-Mixing With Your Mind (Book):

https://www.mixingwithyourmind.com/




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www.truelevelstudio.com/therecordprocess

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Show Hosts:

Casey Cavaliere (Producer / Mixer / Guitarist of The Wonder Years)
www.CaseyCavaliere.com
www.thewonderyearsband.com
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Tom Conran (Audio Engineer / Producer / Acoustician )
www.TomConranAudio.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thetomconran/?hl=en

Adam Ackerman (Songwriter / Recording Artist / Multi-Instrumentalist)
www.AtomSonicConcepts.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/theadamackerman/?hl=en

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Artwork by Holly Smith ( https://www.instagram.com/_hollysmith/?hl=en )

Music:

Main Theme - "Almas" by Casey Cavaliere
Additional Music by Tom Conran