Mixing Music | Music Production, Audio Engineering, & Music Business What Is Mixing? | Back to the Basics To Address the Stages of Mixing and The Roles of a Mixer
Feb 4, 2025
Explore the fascinating world of mixing as Dee Kei and James break down what mixing truly means, distinguishing it from mastering and editing. They uncover the mixer's role in instilling confidence in artists and ensuring songs resonate across different systems. The duo shares essential tools for beginners and sheds light on key advanced skills, like the importance of restraint. Listen in for valuable insights on client expectations, the art of successful collaboration, and the continuous pursuit of learning in the dynamic field of music production.
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Learn To Stop—Less Can Be More
- Know when not to add more: doing less can be the correct artistic choice.
- Avoid overcompensating for budget by over-processing; confidence lets you finish quickly and send the mix.
30-Minute Mix That Paid Handsomely
- Dee Kei shared a mix that took 30 minutes yet paid well and was the right artistic choice.
- He emphasizes not to apologize or qualify the quick work when delivering to clients.
Clarify Editing Versus Mixing
- Communicate editing scope up front and price or include it accordingly.
- Ask clients whether they want tuning, timing fixes, comping, or arrangement edits before starting.