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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 13, 20254 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 11, 20255 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 5, 20253 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 27, 20254 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 26, 20255 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 25, 20253 min read


HY-RPE2 Euclidean Sequencer (and My Free Euclidean Poly-Kit): 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 22, 20254 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 20, 20253 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 19, 20254 min read


Keep It Simple: The Key to a Professional Mix
Keep it simple! Master mixing with five essential plugins and learn pro techniques to shape sound, control dynamics, and polish your mix.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 17, 20254 min read


Hardware vs. Software: Is Outboard Gear Necessary in 2026?
Hardware vs. software in music production—do you still need outboard gear? Explore the pros, cons, and real-world differences.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 15, 20253 min read


Waves Renaissance Bass (R Bass): My Go-To Plugin for Adding Warmth and Weight
Waves R Bass has been my go-to for 20 years. It enhances bass, adds warmth, and helps sounds cut through—even on small speakers
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 13, 20252 min read


Understanding Saturation in Music Production and Mixing
Discover how saturation adds warmth, depth, and glue to your mix. Explore top saturators like Decapitator, SSL, and SA2RATE 2.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 7, 20252 min read


Kick 3: A Game-Changer for Kick Drum Synthesis
“Kick 3 reinvents drum design—drop any sample in, regenerate it as a fully customisable kick, and never struggle with drums again.”
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 3, 20252 min read


Mid/Side Mixing – Unlocking Depth & Space in Your Mixes
Master Mid/Side mixing for depth & clarity. Pro tips on stereo width, mono compatibility & club-ready sound using real tools & techniques.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 31, 20253 min read


SIR StandardCLIP Review 2026 – Still The Best Clipper for Loud, Clean Mixes?
SIR StandardCLIP clipper plugin delivers transparent peak control, louder mixes & snare clarity. Perfect for mixing & mastering with soft cl
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 29, 20252 min read


Bettermaker Passive Eq
The Timeless Appeal of the Pultec EQ: A Personal Journey My fascination with the Pultec EQ began in 2006 when I first learned about its...
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 27, 20253 min read


Big Sky was gone. The vibe was broken. Then UAD Pure Plate stepped in.
Lost my reverb. Lost the vibe. Then a free plugin showed up—and saved the mix. UAD Pure Plate to the rescue.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 26, 20253 min read


Slate VSX Review - Mixing in Virtual Rooms
Slate’s VSX delivers pro mix translation anywhere—Mike Dean even mixed a Grammy-winning album in a hotel room using its emulation.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 24, 20252 min read


Klanghelm MJUC Review – A €24 Compressor That Still Sounds Like Hardware in 2026
Klanghelm MJUC delivers vintage-style compression with warmth, clarity, and dynamic control–perfect for a polished, professional mix.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 23, 20253 min read
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