Balance in mixing isn’t just about levels – it’s about connection. Build from your anchor and let every sound find its space.

Mix with emotion, not just meters. Here’s how balancing precision and instinct brings a mix to life and keeps the music feeling human.

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AI is revolutionising music production. Explore how tools like Suno and Logic’s stem splitter give sampling a whole new future.

New music gear breaks your routine. It’s not about control — it’s about discovery. The unknown often sparks your best tracks.

Compression isn’t about loudness—it’s about clarity. Let a sliver of sound cut through and the brain will do the rest.

A quiet archive of 16,000+ sounds - from steam trains to tape hiss. For sound designers, it’s a hidden gem worth exploring.

Classic drum kits weren’t random - they were systems. Here’s why that still matters in a world of infinite drum samples.

That curve on your Totalyser? It’s not a target. It’s the ghost of a good decision.

Parallel processing adds punch, grit and space—without ruining your sound. Try these 5 creative techniques tailored for electronic music.

Forget the rules—great tracks are about feel. From Homework to hard drives, how far do you really need to go?

Do all DAWs sound the same? Technically yes, but the feel tells a different story. Here’s how each DAW shaped my music over the years.

How I saved thousands on plugins by signing up to mailing lists, using subscriptions, and timing deals like a pro.

Control your mix dynamics without squashing the groove — use a sidechain filter on the master bus compressor to keep your low-end solid and

Inside the box, outside of time—Arturia’s emulations bring vintage soul into today’s workflow, from the DX7 to the Solina Strings.

From club mixes to pro insights—these 5 engineers helped shape my sound and belief in what’s possible. A dedication to the masters.

Keep going. Even 10 hours on one section can be worth it. The breakthrough often comes right after you think it’s not working.

Pre-fader metering keeps levels accurate, while pre-fader sends shape depth. Master these DAW techniques for cleaner, precise mixes.

The Avantone Mixcube exposes mix flaws fast. Fix it here, and everything sounds clearer everywhere. The truth hurts—but it works.

Learn how to set reverb in your mixes. Create depth, balance elements, and achieve a cohesive sound that elevates your music.