Hey there! Sending your stems for mixing is an exciting step in the process, and we want to make sure you get the best possible results. To help things go smoothly, we’ve put together a simple guide on how to prepare and send your stems...
At Slash Mastering, we believe that every artist deserves access to professional-quality sound, no matter their budget. That’s why we offer cheap mixing and mastering services, designed to deliver exceptional results without the high price tag. Whether you’re producing techno, tech house, melodic techno, or...
Stereo imaging is an essential aspect of a great mix. It’s the technique used to create the feeling of width, depth, and space in a track, enhancing the overall listening experience. A well-crafted stereo image allows individual elements of a song to be clearly heard,...
As a seasoned producer or musician, you’ve likely encountered discussions around the use ofechoand delayeffects. These are essential tools in sound design and mix manipulation, used to add depth, texture, and space to tracks. Whether in the context of classictape delayor cutting-edgedigital delay, these effects...
In the world of audio engineering, the two most commonly used techniques aremixingandmastering. Both are essential in the music production process, but they serve distinct purposes and require specialized skills. Producing music involves significant time, effort, and the investment of costly equipment. Contrary to popular...
Dithering could be the most misunderstood topic when mixing and mastering. Dither is the low-level noise added to digital audio files intentionally when rendered to a lower bit depth. Although it might seem counterintuitive, the process is remarkably effective. Dither masks the quantization distortion that...
One of the biggest mastering problems for modern music involves consistency. You’ll get to a place where one part of the track has a fantastic mix, but other sections of it feel muddy or overcrowded because you’ve included more textures. The fastest way to solve...
Equalization (EQ) is one of the most powerful tools in an audio engineer’s arsenal. It allows you to adjust individual frequencies of specific sounds within a mix. Every instrument or sound in a track has a fundamental note along with overtones that contribute to its...
The perfect mix of kick and bass should deliver a low end that makes your speakers rumble with power. While achieving this can be tricky, it’s certainly possible with the right techniques. Before diving into the mix, it’s important to consider your listening environment. While...