Tips for Mixing Music: From Basic to Advanced - Blog | Splice https://splice.com/blog/category/tips-tutorials/mixing/ An inside look at making music Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:23:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://splice.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/android-chrome-256x256.png Tips for Mixing Music: From Basic to Advanced - Blog | Splice https://splice.com/blog/category/tips-tutorials/mixing/ 32 32 What is reverb? Definition, types, parameters, and best plugins https://splice.com/blog/what-is-reverb/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-reverb Fri, 08 Nov 2024 21:06:00 +0000 https://splice.com/blog/?p=2625 effect-101-reverb-featured-image

Reverb is one of the most fundamental and popular effects in music—in this in-depth guide, learn about its definition, common types, best plugins, and more.

]]> The 3 goals behind a clean mix (free stems included) https://splice.com/blog/goals-behind-a-clean-mix/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=goals-behind-a-clean-mix Sat, 24 Aug 2024 02:18:09 +0000 https://splice.com/blog/?p=32497 how-to-mix-a-house-track-with-izotope-ozone-11-free-stems-featured-image

Learn how to wield separation, glue, and movement to create a clean mix that's both cohesive and effective.

]]> Parallel compression: What it is and how to use it https://splice.com/blog/how-to-use-parallel-compression/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-use-parallel-compression Tue, 14 May 2024 17:50:00 +0000 https://splice.com/blog/?p=17112 parallel-compression-featured-image

In this in-depth guide, learn about what parallel compression is, how it works, and how you can apply it effectively in your own music.

]]> How to prepare your mix for mastering: 5 essential tips https://splice.com/blog/how-to-prepare-your-mix-for-mastering/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-prepare-your-mix-for-mastering Fri, 03 May 2024 19:53:28 +0000 https://splice.com/blog/?p=28273 preparing-mix-for-mastering-tips-featured-image

From leaving headroom to best practices for exporting, here are five essential tips that will help you prepare your mix for mastering.

]]> 4 essential vocal layering techniques https://splice.com/blog/vocal-layering-techniques/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vocal-layering-techniques Thu, 25 Apr 2024 20:42:52 +0000 https://splice.com/blog/?p=31875 vocal-layering-techniques-guide-featured-image

Let’s take a look at a few popular vocal layering techniques that can add depth and dimension to your songs.

]]> 5 mixing tips for modern rap vocals https://splice.com/blog/mixing-tips-for-modern-rap-vocals/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mixing-tips-for-modern-rap-vocals Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:06:03 +0000 https://splice.com/blog/?p=31740 5-tips-mixing-rap-vocals-featured-image

From applying compression to cleaning up ad-lib tracks, here are five essential mixing tips for modern rap vocals.

]]> The 6 best free plugins for your vocal chain (VST / AU) https://splice.com/blog/vocal-chain-best-plugins/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vocal-chain-best-plugins Fri, 26 Jan 2024 20:01:00 +0000 https://splice.com/blog/?p=23245 best-free-vocal-plugins-vocal-chain-featured-image

From EQs to pitch correction tools, we share six of the best free vocal plugins (VST / AU) that you can add to your mixes in 2024.

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