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Low-Pass Filtering: The Unsung Mixing Essential
Low-pass filtering shapes warmth, depth, and clarity in your mix. Here’s why it deserves as much attention as high-pass filtering.
Leiam Sullivan
Jul 92 min read


Mastering ADSR: How Envelope Shaping Makes Your Mix Flow
ADSR envelopes control the shape of your sound. Get them right, and your mix flows. Here’s how each stage works - and why it matters.
Leiam Sullivan
Jun 62 min read


Hi-Hat Top-End Roll-Off: Why Classic Drum Machines Sound Different
High-end roll-off isn’t just for old gear. It’s a powerful tool in electronic music to shape warmth, tone, and space - without killing clarity.
Leiam Sullivan
Jun 46 min read


What Does “12 dB per Octave” Actually Mean?
What does “12 dB per octave” mean? A producer’s guide to filter slopes, high-pass clarity, and the power of understanding octaves.
Leiam Sullivan
May 263 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


Is the Fletcher-Munson Curve What I'm Seeing on the Totalyser?
That curve on your Totalyser? It’s not a target. It’s the ghost of a good decision.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 243 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


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


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 174 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 132 min read


10 Essential Music Production Tips to Shape Your Sound
Refine your music production with 10 essential tips on compression, layering, and automation. Perfect for all levels—get inspired!
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 53 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 273 min read
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