From the top of the global charts to the depths of the underground scene, the pendulum is swinging back. Distorted guitars and live drums are making a massive comeback, bringing a sense of organic grit back to our playlists. However, if you’re used to producing electronic music, mastering a Rock
Afrofuturism isn’t just a visual movement; it’s a sonic revolution. From the chart-topping textures of Burna Boy and Tems to the boundary-pushing experimentalism of Flying Lotus, this genre is defined by a beautiful contradiction: the marriage of ancient tradition and the distant future. Musically, this translates to a mix of
In a world dominated by the “loudness war,” there is a growing movement back toward the quiet, the raw, and the real. Whether you’re crafting a delicate Folk ballad, an Indie-Acoustic anthem, or a complex Jazz arrangement, your goal isn’t to compete with a heavy metal wall of sound, it’s
EQ (Equalization) is one of the most powerful tools in your mixing arsenal. By understanding the different types of EQ curves, you can surgically remove problems or add musical character to any track. 1. High Pass / Low Cut: The “Declutter” Tool 2. Narrow Bell Notch: The “Surgeon” 3. Low
If you’ve ever wondered why a piano note fades away slowly while a drum hit stops instantly, the answer lies in the A-D-S-R Envelope. Understanding these four phases allows you to transform a static beep into a lush pad, a sharp lead, or a punchy bass. 1. Attack: The Starting
Have you ever wondered why some song transitions sound like a single, continuous masterpiece while others feel like a train wreck? The secret is Harmonic Mixing. By using the Camelot Wheel, you can ensure that the keys of two tracks complement each other perfectly. 1. Understanding the Layout: A vs.
When you’re EQing a kick drum, you aren’t just adjusting volume; you’re adjusting the feel of the track. By focusing on these five specific zones, you can move from a flabby, weak sound to a tight, driving rhythm. 1. The Low-End Power: Sub (0 – 50 Hz) This is the
If EQ is about carving out space, compression is about control. It’s the tool that glues a mix together, making sure the quiet parts are audible and the loud parts don’t jump out and scare the listener. But with all those knobs, Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, it’s easy to get
Have you ever finished a mix only to find it sounds “blurry”? You can hear the kick drum, but it feels soft; the vocals are there, but they lack sparkle. This is often caused by frequency clashing, when two or more instruments compete for the same real estate in the
We at Masterchannel recently released our new Mastering Component, and so far, people are loving it! Compared to the previous version, we’ve upgraded the new service with some key features, essential for anyone creating and producing music. With the new component you can now: We hope you’ll like the new