Reverb is the glue that binds your songs and productions together. And if used carefully, reverb can add space, depth, width, and even clarity to a song. But! There’s a fine line between a spacious and clear mix with reverb and one that sounds washy, indistinct, and muddy. Crafting the perfect space doesn’t have […]
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Use Logic’s Phat FX Powerhouse Tool Kit For Detailed, Multiband-Style Processing Of Any Instrument
Logic’s plugin selection has skyrocketed both in visual appeal and innovation. And one of my favorite plugins is the Phat FX. Phat FX is billed as a “powerful ‘coloring’ multi-effect designed primarily for use with drum, bass, and guitar parts” in Apple’s own documentation. But I use the Phat FX for just about everything. […]
Drum Tracks Too Muddy? Try This Unlikely Logic Plugin To Dig Your Drums Out of the Mud
For the last few weeks, I’ve been mixing an awesome record for a WLPR reader. The songs are great. Performances spot on. And what’s even more awesome is that the band recorded everything themselves 🙂 As I’ve been working through the record, there were only a couple of tracks I found challenging to mix. […]
Pan Laws – What The Heck Are They? And Are They Worth All the Controversy? Logic Pro Pan Laws Explained
If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, its that the audio world loves to debate things. And there are few things in audio that stir as much controversy and discussion as Pan Laws. What the heck is a Pan Law? Do they matter at all to your day-to-day? Well, yes and no. […]
Doubling Tracks – The Best (And Worst) Ways To Add That Doubled Track Feel
Have you ever needed to double up your vocals with some backing vocals? Ever wanted to add girth to your guitars or synths by adding a second guitar or synth track? There’s no question a second vocal or rhythm instrument can help punch up a chorus or bridge. But I’ve found that there seems […]