Guest Au5 discusses the importance of energy in live shows, legality of substances, evolution of sound design, new mixing techniques. Topics include using Ozone and ShaperBox for mixing, Spectral Compressor for precise compression, Linear Phase EQ for drum sculpting.
Using ShaperBox for additive mixing provides precise control over specific frequency dynamics and offers a unique approach to mixing.
Spectral Compressor enables precise compression in specific frequency bands, especially in shaping the low-end for a more defined sound.
Deep dives
Using ShaperBox for Creative EQ Manipulation
One interesting technique discussed in the podcast involves using ShaperBox to add dynamics to specific frequency ranges in a sound. By shaping the volume curve in ShaperBox and layering it with a dry version of the original sound, it allows for precise control and additive mixing in a clean and effective way. This method offers a unique approach to mixing that provides a lot of control over specific frequency dynamics.
Spectral Compressor for Low-End Precision
The podcast highlighted the use of Spectral Compressor, a free plugin that allows for precise compression in specific frequency bands. By utilizing this tool, particularly in shaping the low-end of sounds, it offers a clean way to compress and control low frequencies for a more defined and impactful sound.
Enhancing Kick Drums with Linear Phase EQ
Linear phase EQ, especially for sculpting kick drums, was mentioned as a valuable tool for maintaining phase coherence while making precise cuts and boosts in specific frequency ranges. Using linear phase EQ can help in avoiding phase issues and keeping a cohesive and tight low end in the mix.
Utilizing Shape Automation for Controlled Mixing
The discussion delved into using shape automation for mixing, where volume shaping on specific parts of a sound helps in achieving targeted dynamics. The process involves layering differently shaped versions of a sound to enhance specific frequency ranges, offering a cleaner and controlled method for mixing and adding warmth and depth to audio tracks.
Born and raised in New Jersey, Au5 (Austin Collins) has been a lifelong musician. Trained in classical piano since age 4 and studying bass guitar and music production since age 13, Austin is a well-rounded composer and music technologist unbounded by genre.
00:00 Introduction and Tour Recap 03:00 Sleep Schedule and Adjustments 07:00 The Importance of Energy in Live Shows 13:00 Discussion on the Legality and Effects of Different Substances 19:00 The Evolution of Sound Design and Mixing Techniques 25:00 New Modules and Techniques in Ozone 11 30:00 Target Metrics for Loudness and Sub Level 35:00 Alternative Techniques for Sidechain Processing 37:23 Setting Up Templates for Mixing 39:18 Using Kickstart for Sidechaining 40:23 Using Simple and Lightweight Plugins 41:12 Using Ableton's Multi-Band Dynamics for Mixing 42:01 Using Ozone for Mastering 42:45 Using Spectral Compressor for Precise Compression 44:55 The Importance of Linear Phase in Mixing and Mastering 49:23 Using ShaperBox for Additive Mixing 53:47 Using Serum Effects for EQ Movement 56:24 Conclusion
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