What exactly is EQ, and how do you use it? EQ stands for “equalization,” and it is a term used to describe the process of adjusting the balance of audio frequencies in a sound signal. This can be done using an equalizer, which is a device or software tool that allows you to boost or…
Are you working with some male vocals in your track but you aren’t quite sure how to approach the EQing? The best way to EQ male vocals is to roll off the low end, cut the bass around 120 Hz by 2-3 dB, add a small boost around 4.8 kHz, and a high shelf boost…
If you’re looking to get that professional sounding mix, proper EQing of your drums is a must. In this article, we’ll give you specific EQ settings for the kick drum, snare drum, toms, high hats, and drum buss. But first, let’s talk about how to EQ drums in general. __CONFIG_group_edit__{}__CONFIG_group_edit____CONFIG_local_colors__{“colors”:{“cd497”:”Background “,”144cd”:”Button “},”gradients”:{}}__CONFIG_local_colors__ Create Better Songs,…
Which EQ plugins are the best? And how do all these plugins differ from each other? Some are free, while others cost a bit of money. So, which one should you choose for your needs? That can be a difficult question to answer. In this blog post, we will take a look at the best…
When it comes to mixing a song, there are a lot of different opinions on what order you should do your processing in. Some people say you should compress first, and others say you should EQ first. So, which one is the right way to go? There is no right answer for whether you should…
There’s nothing like the low end thump of a bass guitar to add power and groove to a mix. But getting that perfect bass tone can be tricky. In this article, we’ll discuss how to EQ bass for a perfect mix. EQ Your Bass by adding a high and low pass filter, without changing the…
How exactly do you go about equalizing vocals? This guide will walk you through how to EQ vocals in 3 simple steps… And share some bonus techniques you can use to shape the tone of your vocals. By the way, if you want to check out a complete guide to understanding EQ, read my article…
Struggling to get your kick drum to punch through your mix? Or simply wondering what the best way is to EQ a kick drum? In this article, I’ll show you how to easily EQ your kick drum in 3 simple steps… Start with inverting the bass and/or sub-bass frequencies in the kick drum with whichever…
You’re making music and you’ve heard people throw around the term “mixing”, but what does this really mean? Mixing is the process of blending multiple sounds into one cohesive whole so that each sound can be heard, and the song as a whole sounds balanced and pleasant. During mixing, each track’s frequency content, dynamics, and…
WARNING: Politically incorrect statement coming in 3…2…1… Men and women are different. Men and women are differ in a lot of ways, but one of those ways that is relevant for us as audio engineers and producers is how the male and female voices differ. ” In general, women speak at a higher pitch—about an…