Dance Music Mixdown
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2:24 Intro
Chris signs on and gives you an overview of the series.
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4:55 The Mix As Is
Get a quick play through and overview of the track you'll be mixing together.
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5:24 Mistakes
Chris points out the major errors and weaknesses of the current mix.
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3:31 Pre-Fader Metering
By putting your DAW into pre-fader metering we can start the mix over and create a bigger and better sound.
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8:27 The Mix Trick Pt. 1
Here Chris discusses the core concept of his mix technique to take a finalized production and ensure its quality is maximized.
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9:43 The Mix Trick Pt. 2
A further explanation of how to truly start to mix a completed track.
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7:31 Mixing the Clap
Without the kick/sub backbone in place we now start addressing more core elements of the track such as the clap sound.
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4:16 Mixing Percussion
Percussion gives us drive and groove. Here we look at getting this important element to sit perfectly.
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5:37 Finalize the Backbone
With our core elements in place we now can feel confident the track is punching nicely. Let's address the last few of the core rhythmic elements.
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8:43 Synths Pt. 1
In this section we begin getting into great detail on the synth elements in the mix. With the backbone groove of the track in place we now ensure the melodic elements sit perfectly.
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6:06 Synths Pt. 2
A continued explanation of how the synths are treated including EQ, Compression, and Bussing.
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6:28 Synths Pt. 3
Let's go even deeper into our synths and look at Velocity Editing, Gain Staging, and Sidechain Compression.
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4:38 Synths Pt. 4
More details on our synths part including appropriate Automation Curves.
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7:14 Synths Pt. 5
Let's conclude our look at the synths by mixing our lead melody last, which is in essence the hook or "vocal" of the track.
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1:21 Workflow Tip
Chris interjects a little workflow philosophy here encouraging you to rest after hitting a certain point.
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5:03 The Breakdown Pt. 1
With fresh ears, we resume mixing by giving special attention to the breakdown of the track.
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6:00 The Breakdown Pt. 2
Chris now we concludes treating and mixing the breakdown section.
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7:37 Incidentals Pt. 1
Incidentals and FX share a role in a dance track. Chris talks about what the difference is to him and starts treatment.
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9:34 Incidentals Pt. 2
Here we complete the last few tweaks on the incidental elements of the track.
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7:59 FX Pt. 1
Moving onto the FX in the track, we look at Risers, Sweeps, and Noise Effects.
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2:19 FX Pt. 2
Here we complete our FX treatments and mixing to feel "hands off" on the important FX elements of the track.
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11:17 Last Few Elements
With the groove, synths, and FX/incidental elements in place, we see there are still a few last stems to be treated. Let's look at what they are and why now is the time to work them.
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2:42 Render Down & Take Notes
Chris shares his secrets on the end game of the track. Here, we render down the mix and take notes on the last few things that pop out to be addressed.
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11:21 Final Comparison
Having taken and applied our notes we now have a final mix! Let's put the old mix next to our new one and enjoy how far our track has come!
Product Overview
Electronic music producer pro Chris Herrera presents an in-depth video tutorial series on mixing dance music. See how to get that professional, modern sound out of your dance tracks. You also get the stems from the featured song so you can follow along and mix on your DAW!
Chris welcomes you and then jumps right in, playing the track you’ll be mixing together, and points out all the issues the mix has “as-is”. He then shows how to put the DAW into Pre Fader Metering so you can start the mix over from scratch.
Throughout this series, Chris shows a vast amount of tricks and tips for mixing Dance Music, applicable to any DAW, including all the individual elements like drums, percussion synths and more. You’ll also see his approach to mixing the different sections like verses, choruses and breakdowns.
Insightful information on picking and applying effects is also shown, as well as how to polish up those incidental elements such as risers, sweeps and noise FX, rendering out your mix and much more.
See the individual tutorial descriptions for complete info. If you’re new to mixing dance music or want another persons perspective, checkout “Dance Music Mixdown” today!
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Reviews
Submitted 8 months ago
Great Tips!
I always enjoy Chris's logical and organized approach to producing and mixing. Very insightful and full of great tips!
I am a: Semi-Pro, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 9 months ago
Informative series for all budding mixers/producers
Really informative series on the importance of gain staging instruments and reassessing initial processing choices. How the smallest changes track by track can improve the overall colour, volume and depth of a mix before final mastering.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Pro Tools
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 9 months ago
All pass paid off in single course!
I like how swift it goes, as a beginner, I learned a lot here. Big ups.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Game Designer, Mastering Facility, FL Studio
Submitted 9 months ago
Most excellent
This series is well done and helpful -
Reviews
Submitted 8 months ago
Great Tips!
I always enjoy Chris's logical and organized approach to producing and mixing. Very insightful and full of great tips!
I am a: Semi-Pro, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer
Submitted 9 months ago
Informative series for all budding mixers/producers
Really informative series on the importance of gain staging instruments and reassessing initial processing choices. How the smallest changes track by track can improve the overall colour, volume and depth of a mix before final mastering.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Pro Tools
Submitted 9 months ago
All pass paid off in single course!
I like how swift it goes, as a beginner, I learned a lot here. Big ups.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Game Designer, Mastering Facility, FL Studio
Submitted 9 months ago
Most excellent
This series is well done and helpful -
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