Hip Hop Mixing Masterclass with Lu Diaz

Jun 03, 2020 | 11,439 Views

Multi-platinum mix engineer Lu Diaz (Jay Z, Beyoncé) gives a special in-depth hip hop mixing masterclass, presenting his new custom StudioRack plugin chains and answering viewers questions. Originally streamed live from Lu’s studio June 3, 2020.

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Music: "No Mo"
Performed & produced by Rey King
Courtesy of J&N Records
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