You've purchased tutorial DVDs to learn how to use your music software. Now learn how to mix - right from the pros!
In this video, James Tuttle will show you how EQs, compressors, limiters, reverbs, delays, amp simulators, automation, and mastering plugins are all used to craft a mix that has clarity, depth, punch, pop, and sizzle.
You'll get to see how and when each are introduced and how the entire mix is adjusted continuously as more and more elements are added.
You'll begin to see how professional mixers "see" and "hear" a mix as a whole rather than as disparate techniques.
The techniques in this tutorial can be applied to any software or hardware-based effects units. You'll be able to examine the final settings for each and every plugin in the mix and finally understand how those settings are attained. - Not as one-off uses of presets, but as continual adjustments to the various elements of the mix.
For once, users can truly see what happens behind the scenes of a mixing session in a professional recording studio.
The DVD also includes all of the individual source files for the song ("Incognito" by John McVey) James mixed. Load them in to your own DAW system - Mac or PC - and follow along!
About James Tuttle
James Tuttle has 28 years+ of experience in the realm of audio engineering and has worked at many world class studios. His discography includes over 250 released recordings including work for most of the major labels. He has mixed shows for over 175 artists including James Taylor, Shawn Colvin, Randy Newman, Barenaked Ladies, Moe, Indigo Girls, Los Lobos and many, many more.
"My 20 plus years of experience have given me a wealth of creative options in helping an artist to find and record their material." says James. "With the new tools of digital technology I can now realize and further my pursuits of helping artists find just the right setting for their songs. I can now sculpt and shape their creations to a degree that was impossible at any price a few years ago. With Pro Tools and my extensive collection of plug ins I have a limitless palate of sounds to shape a mix."
For more information about James Tuttle please visit jamestuttle.com
About John McVey
An award winning singer songwriter, John has toured the US extensively and has visited other countries as well. He has released two CDs. John is also an engineer and producer and has worked on hundreds of recording projects. He is currently living and working in Boulder, CO.
For more information about John McVey please visit johnmcvey.com
36 Videos
Learn how to mix like the pros
Over 3 hours of content!
Original raw audio files included so you can mix the song on your DAW!
James Tuttle uses Pro Tools in this video but all the tools learned can be applied to any music software
Interviews and extra commentary on mixing included!
Wet/Dry Comparison Section
Explanation of plugins used in mix
Easy to use interface
DVD-Rom, DVD (NTSC) and DVD (PAL) all in one package!
Mixing with the Pros Contents:
Introduction
Setting up Your DAW
Drums 1
Drums 2
Bass
Adjusting Drums
Electric Guitars
Acoustic/Wah Guitars
Keys
Adjusting the Guitars
Vocals 1
Vocals 2
Sound Replacer
Adding Effects to the Vocals
Editing the Arrangement
Adjusting and Adding Reverb
Automation 1
Automation 2
Automation 3
Master Effects
Reference Bounce
Tweaking the Mix 1
Tweaking the Mix 2
Final Bounce
Drums Comparison
Bass Comparison
Electric Guitar Comparison
Acoustic Guitar Comparison
Keys Comparison
Vocals Comparison
Master Fader Comparison
Compression Plugins 1
Compression Plugins 2
Filter/EQ Plugins
FX Plugins
Master Plugins
System Compatibility:
This product includes QuickTime 7.x Mac/PC which is required for video playback. DVD-Rom drive required. Minimum screen resolution 1024 x 768.
PC: Windows XP Home or Professional, Intel Pentium or AMD Athlon 800 MHz or faster, 256 MB RAM. Windows MME or DirectSound Sound Card.
MAC: Requires Mac OS X v10.2 or higher, Power Mac G4 867 MHz, 256 MB RAM, Sound Card.
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