Analog Rock Mixing #2: Session Start and Initial Balance
In Chapter 2, we'll be setting our initial balance, reviewing the individual song elements and setting up our mix bus chain.
DESCRIPTION:
A few years ago we set out to create an “all analog mixing” tutorial. The goal was to record a simple rock band track, mix the entire song in analog (here on the API) and print the final mix to tape - the entire (mix) process in the analog domain. Due to time constraints, a few missing shots, and other incoming recording projects we never got around to completing it…
Upon a recent rewatch, I realized that it’s still some really great, informative content - even in it’s current form. Yes, it’s missing some stuff, and yes, it might be incomplete, but it would be a shame to let it collect digital dust on a hard drive!
Over the next several weeks I’m going to review, try and annotate any missing info, and post chapters here on YouTube. My goals is to get through a a couple each week.
If you have any questions or find stuff that needs clarifying feel free to ask in the comments. You can also find me on social media and ask me directly.
Session Input List (PDF on Google Drive): https://bit.ly/3ESnui6
Cheers and I hope you enjoy/find value in it!
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Session Start and Initial Balance
2:48 - EQ on Master Bus
4:41 - Compression on Master Bus
5:33 - Illustrating the difference and explanation
Special thanks to Deborah Reeves (https://www.deborahreevesvoiceover.com/) and Signature Sound (https://signaturesound.com/)
As always, please try and listen on quality speakers or headphones.
ME:
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