Multiband Compression

Producer & recording/mixing engineer Joe Barresi (QOTSA, Tool, Soundgarden) breaks down his approach to mixing drums and the benefit of looking at the different parts of a drum kit as a single, unified instrument. Phase, panning, level and parallel compression are all part of his holistic approach.

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Find out what multiband compression is, get tips on how to choose different multiband compressors for different purposes – and learn some practical ways to use it in your mixing and mastering sessions.

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Learn how to give your song a professional shine to help it stand out when streaming on the internet, using simple tools designed to master tracks easily.

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Learn how to add instant energy to your mix by using the C4 Multiband Compressor on the master buss: Tip by Graham Cochrane of the Recording Revolution.

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In this video, FOH engineer Zito (OneRepublic, Backstreet Boys, Babyface) shows how to add intelligibility to live vocals using the Waves C6 compressor.

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In this quick video, FOH engineer Zito (OneRepublic, Backstreet Boys, Babyface) shows how to thicken thin live bass tracks using multiband compression.

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In this video, FOH engineer Zito (OneRepublic, Backstreet Boys, Babyface) shows how to add focus and clarity to a muddy live bass guitar using multiband compression.

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FOH engineer Zito (OneRepublic, Backstreet Boys, Babyface) explains how to fix harsh live vocals using the Waves Puigchild, C6 and Renaissance DeEsser plugins.

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In this video, FOH engineer Zito (OneRepublic, Backstreet Boys, Babyface) demonstrates how to control screeching live guitar sounds using the C6 and API 560 plugins.

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Watch how FOH engineer Zito (OneRepublic, Backstreet Boys, Babyface) uses Waves plugins to fix a muddy live electric guitar and make it stand out in the mix.

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