Mixing Electronic Music – Video Tutorials
by TA on May.28, 2011, under Uncategorized
The first in a brand new series of video tutorials for you! Check out how I mixed down my remix of the classic track “Fine Day”, almost 4 hours of pure mixing goodness! Check out the press release below:
GO FROM RAW TO DANCE FLOOR
World-class remixer extraordinaire Timothy Allan is back with a series that will reveal all there is to make a huge, modern sounding electronic dance track right in your DAW. He begins with his remix of the classic dance track “Fine Day” in raw, multi-track form, and mixes from the bottom up, showing you all of his trade secrets along the way.
Shown in Logic, but applicable to any DAW, Tim covers the basics first, such as organizing the session, setting up sidechains, aux tracks for effects and the master bus configuration. Next, he works the kick drum, then whips up a rough mix, and hones in on all the individual elements such as vocals, percussion, synths, bass, pads and strings. He then wraps it up with vocal and effect tweaks that make huge differences in the mix, special kick and bass compression, automation and more.
If you’re striving for that “radio ready” sound and a mix that sounds huge in the clubs, this collection of video tutorials is a must see. After absorbing and applying Tim’s techniques, your electronic music tracks will sound more professional and stand out in the sea of music productions.
Check it all out here -> Groove 3 – Mixing Electronic Music
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May 28th, 2011 on 12:56 pm
Hi Timothy, I’m curious as to why Logic was used as the DAW of choice for this instead of Ableton, like all your other tutorials. In order to use the data from this, will I be at a disadvantage if I don’t have Logic? Also, if I do decide to go with Logic, do I need the full suite?
Dan
May 28th, 2011 on 12:59 pm
Hey Dan,
I did the video in Logic because that’s what I made the song in originally. Mixing is mixing, regardless of the software you work in, so no, you don’t need a copy of Logic at all. Everything in the video can be applied to any DAW.
Cheers,
Tim
November 13th, 2011 on 4:27 am
A great course, made in Logic but absolutely perfect for any other DAW, thanks for your great work Timothy!
February 1st, 2012 on 9:39 am
Tim,
I thought I’d just say thanks for that series of videos. Really useful, especially the Logic bit crusher and smexoscope tips, and especially good because my ‘partner in crime’ and I create that kind of dance-orientated electronica, and in Logic.
David
October 18th, 2012 on 1:26 pm
Do you have any suggestions for vsts that can be used in a similar manner to the logic bitcrusher?
Thanks!
October 22nd, 2012 on 7:26 pm
You didn’t mention what OS/DAW you’re in but I’d just google for a free hardclipper for your OS!