Logic Pro X - The Complete Guide

Top Mixing Tips

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General Mixing Principles

1. Loop the loudest section of the song​

- Get the mix right here first
and then automate and check the rest of the song.

2. Have an intention behind every move​ - Think about what you

want to achieve before you adjust anything.

3. Always adjust gain​ - The source should be the same coming out
the plugin as going in (even with EQ).

4. Check your moves​ - Always bypass to check that you’ve made an

improvement (don’t be afraid to start again if you haven’t).

5. Use good reference tracks​ - You can use a different reference

for vocals to the rest of the mix.

6. For subtle effects, dial it in till you hear it and then back it off a
touch​- You should be able to just about hear the difference
when the effect is muted.

7. If you’re inexperienced, be conservative​

- Make all of your
changes subtle. As you improve you can be more aggressive.

8. Mix in mono for the majority of the mix​ - Flip to stereo at the end
to sort your panning. This helps to create separation with EQ and
balancing rather than panning.

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General Mixing Principles

9. Listen back on multiple speakers/headphones​ - I like to

constantly flick between my pair of large Yahamas, my single
small Auratone style speaker and my studio monitoring
headphones. This helps to reveal flaws in your mix and prevent
ear fatigue.

10.Mix at a low volume​ - The ideal volume for mixing is around

casual speech level. You should be able to easily talk to
somebody else in the room without raising your voice. of course,
occasionally turn the speakers up or down to check your mix at
different volumes.

11. Take regular breaks​

- Ear fatigue is a mix killer.

12.Vocals are all about emotion​

- You use EQ to bring out certain
emotions, and use automation/effects to exaggerate important
words (more on this later).

13.Chip away everything that doesn’t sound like the song​ - A good
mix is the culmination of hundreds of small decisions and chips.
Use your mixing tools like a chisel, not a sledgehammer. Use lots
of small paint strokes like an artist, not large broad strokes like an
amateur.