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Why I Still Buy Plugins (Even Though Logic Has Everything I Need)
Logic has all I need. But the Fairchild and Lexicon 224? There’s something about the flavour.
Leiam Sullivan
3 days ago2 min read


Creating Space Without the Clutter: My First Few Weeks with Soundtoys Spaceblender
Loving the tight space setting on SpaceBlender by Soundtoys—adds pro-level depth without washing out the mix. Subtle but powerful.
Leiam Sullivan
May 202 min read


Oversampling in Music Production: What It Is and When to Use It
Oversampling helps clean up your sound by reducing aliasing - especially in distortion-heavy mixes. Here’s how and when to use it.
Leiam Sullivan
May 133 min read


Mixing in Logic Pro: Why Stock Plugins Are All You Really Need
You don’t need paid plugins to get pro results. Here’s why Logic Pro’s stock tools are more than enough to mix with confidence.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 3014 min read


House Music Mixing Lessons from Chicago: How a 1996 Trip Changed My Sound Forever
Chicago 1996. Tape. Desks. The moment I realised house music mixing was part of the art—not just the process.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 293 min read


Why Signing Up to Plugin Companies Saved Me Thousands on Pro Plugins
How I saved thousands on plugins by signing up to mailing lists, using subscriptions, and timing deals like a pro.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 162 min read


Inside the Box: How I Use Arturia V Collection Synths in my Music Production
Inside the box, outside of time—Arturia’s emulations bring vintage soul into today’s workflow, from the DX7 to the Solina Strings.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 93 min read


Preamp Emulations: Adding Colour and Audio Saturation Inside the Box
Still chasing that analog warmth in your mix? Learn how preamp emulations recreate classic tone inside your DAW.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 23 min read


5 Free Plugins That Keep My Mixes Sharp (and Why I Still Use Them)
Mid/side control, stereo tricks, clean gain—these 5 free plugins still earn a place on my mix bus. Here’s why I keep using them.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 13 min read


Master Bus Limiter - Brainworx BX Limiter: My Master Bus Secret Weapon
The BX Limiter’s XL dial is my secret weapon—subtly filling spaces, binding mixes, and giving tracks that final professional polish.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 252 min read


SPL Machine Head: A No-Fuss Tape Emulation That Delivers
I thought ToTape 7 was my go-to for tape saturation—until I tried Machine Head. Smooth, effortless, and musical. This one delivers.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 143 min read


Setting Reverb: Finding a Space That Feels Right
Learn how to set reverb in your mixes. Create depth, balance elements, and achieve a cohesive sound that elevates your music.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 134 min read


Mastering Frequency Sculpting with a Graphic Octave Equaliser
A Graphic Octave EQ limits choices, making it easier to fit sounds in a mix. Understand frequency balance for cleaner, more defined audio.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 115 min read


SSL Saturator: Adding Harmonic Depth & Clean Saturation to Your Mixes
SSL Saturator brings clean, musical saturation with harmonic control—perfect for adding warmth, depth, and character to any mix.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 53 min read


Soundtoys Plugins: My Essential Tools for Mixing and Production
Soundtoys plugins bring depth, colour, and movement to my mixes—Decapitator, EchoBoy, and FilterFreak1 are essential tools. 🎛🎚
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 274 min read


How to Create Chord Progressions Without Knowing Music Theory
Unlock new ways to create chord progressions—DAW tools, MIDI generators, theory hacks & more. Find the best method for your workflow!
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 265 min read


How I Use Cthulhu as My Session Player in Music Production
Cthulhu keeps my workflow fast and fluid, shaping sequences with ease. Its grid options let me tweak notes, pitch, and rhythm instantly.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 253 min read


HY-RPE2 Euclidean Sequencer: Unlocking Rhythmic Flow in Electronic Music
Euclidean sequencing adds natural movement to rhythms. HY-RPE2 brings that modular feel in the box, creating dynamic, evolving grooves.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 223 min read


How Soothe2 Became a Major Addition to My Mixing Workflow 🎛️
Soothe2 fills a unique gap in mixing—taming harshness, shaping sounds, and refining mixes with precision, speed, and natural balance.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 203 min read


Transient Designers in Music Production: The Secret to Punchy and Dynamic Mixes
Discover how transient designers shape sound in music production, control attack and sustain, and enhance mix clarity and punch.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 194 min read
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