Fixing an R&B Mix: Masterclass with Leslie Brathwaite

Aug 12, 2020 | 3,152 Views

Grammy-winning mixer Leslie Brathwaite (Pharrell Williams, Beyoncé, Cardi B) picks an R&B track submitted by Waves users – and shows how he improves the mix and solves mix issues, all in a few simple moves. Originally streamed live August 12, 2020.

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