Mixing Secrets for the Small Studio (Sound On Sound Presents...)

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On the way, you'll unravel the mysteries of every type of mix processing, from simple EQ and compression through to advanced spectral dynamics and "fairy dust" effects. Many good examples of current and popular CDs are given through this book to 'reference' each step in the mixing process. If you already know everything, pick up a copy to skim, then gift it to a friend who's starting out. Bill Cheney and Jim Romney are the men responsible for keeping the amazing legacy of Spectra Sonics, a legendary, if criminally unheralded, pro-audio company alive. Recently, I felt like my mixing had hit a plateau, so I went looking for new ideas to consider at mix time.

Burl Audio, under the direction of owner/designer Rich Williams, has developed some of the best new recording equipment over the last eight years. Another important detail is that it never appears to be trying to sell you one brand or product, it really makes you feel that the only important thing is knowledge and experience. The book is very readable, in Mike's familiar, approachable and often humorous style, and with plenty of illustrations, all of which maintain the interest from cover to cover.The step-by-step breakdown, full of explanations and background in an easy-to-understand language was amazing and allowed me to complete my first mix successfully, even with no previous experience. After reading Mixing Secrets, books and articles on more advanced topics become easier to grasp, even if they are written poorly. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the fundamentals of mixing and time/project management, as well as the applications of these in live audio and in production.

In other words, as a result of working through this book, articles on arcane mixing techniques become easy to digest, even if they aren’t described in the book. Mixing Secrets for the Small Studio is the best-selling primer for small-studio enthusiasts who want chart-ready sonics in a hurry. This is a good solid book to help a budding audio engineer understand the concepts (and some of the tricks) of mixing music.I’ve read it several times, and maybe I’m missing something, but he seems to say one thing, contradict himself, then contradict himself again? And admittedly I am nowhere near as seasoned and experienced of a mixer as the author is, there are some pieces of his advice that I just disagreed with! Vintage King co-founder Michael Nehra shares some of his love, knowledge, and practical advice for diving into the world of vintage audio gear, and then takes us behind the scenes for a walk through.

Author Mike Senior is well equipped with his experience as engineer, producer and journalist for Sound-on-Sound magazine to guide any reader, with an intermediate to advanced understanding of the studio recording and mixing process, through four main sections.By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. The main meat of the book is contained in Part 3, where eight chapters cover the nitty‑gritty of compression, equalisation, side‑chains and the fundamental art of balancing.

Sound On Sound magazine’s mix specialist Mike Senior shows you how to achieve release-quality mixes even in the smallest studios, by applying power-user techniques from the world’s most successful producers. Since 2007 he has transformed dozens of amateur productions for Sound On Sound magazine's popular 'Mix Rescue' column, proving time and again that you can achieve commercial-grade results with affordable gear -- once you know how! Fleetwood Mac's 1977 album Rumours sold over 40 million copies, topped charts around the world, and won a Grammy for Album of the Year.I've heard it's also good for experienced mixers who are seeking to develop their skills, but I can't talk for that as I am not one of them! I would imagine most of our readers are familiar with the Mellotron, a tape-playing keyboard that became popular in the late '60s on songs like The Beatles' "Strawberry Fields Forever. Appropriate audio material can be downloaded from a dedicated section of Mike's own company web site ( www.