5 ESSENTIAL Mastering Tips - Get Louder Mixes

[@inthemix]

What is your best mastering advice? Let's start a thread here with our best tips :)

[@ZapDon777Tutorials]

Maybe reference track

[@myke.p]

My Advice: Give your tracks to a professional Mastering Engineer! XD

[@francissaute3808]

Feel it, dont base your mastering off numbers.

[@HenningUKN]

Always highcut first and then cut some frequencies.

[@alitreesh8998]

Use Voxengo Span and An advanced Limiter To Get A better view on the Process

[@VishingWell]

The takeaway of this video to those who don't have time: Watch this completely.. Everything he said is on point and useful.

[@Stoopidxoolin]

This dude’s voice is so oddly satisfying.

[@ZapDon777Tutorials]

Haha true

[@CreativeSteve69]

so true. i was searching for a more proper fl studio tutorial series and discovered this gem of a channel. so satisfying to watch agreed. :)

[@yony_music]

Yeah, I absolutely love it!

[@unknownkrb]

Thanks! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTTZmeDhbdln6s&t

[@supermodal]

It's heavily compressed.

[@TriplicateTrey]

My best mixing advice: the girlfriend/wife test, combined with the car test. You take your significant other out in the car, and you listen to it while watching her face. If she scrunches her nose, or gives that “oh I’m so proud of you....honey....” fake smile... you know you need to make a few more passes.

[@BenMcCullough99]

Your girlfriend and your wife. Congratulations 🕴️👭

[@piercethebrii]

not men assuming only men produce

[@GGL1TCHB0Y]

i do not have a girlfriend or wife so i cannot do this

[@LukeIcardMusic]

@@GGL1TCHB0Y play it for your family/friends

[@GGL1TCHB0Y]

@@LukeIcardMusic what if i dont have a family or friends

[@legendneo5371]

My mastering tip sounds simple, but before i export any beat I close my eyes, lean back and concentrate 100% on the song. Nearly every time I don't even get to the end, because i find something I don't like and change it, then i do it again until i can listen to the whole song without being annoyed by something.

[@JagagiMind]

good tip, thanks ✌️

[@rtnspacy3440]

Good tip

[@renesh026]

Compression really was making my master chains sound horrible and distorted, but I was too scared to leave it out because I thought it was too necessary somehow. Like, you ain't mastering if you haven't applied compression. Thanks for encouraging us to just drop it if it isn't helping!

[@yony_music]

Me: Well, I have some tracks finished. But how should I master them? Micheal: Here you go!

[@inthemix]

You'll find the videos I linked in the description very useful if you need to self master your music :)

[@yony_music]

@@inthemix Thank you, thats brilliant!

[@arandantesamus]

I think another tip that every producer needs to remember is to rest your ears. If you feel like you can't hear much of a difference after making changes, try giving your ears a rest with some silence or even sleep. Having a fresh mind and ears before giving your track another listen really helps. What you thought sounded good yesterday might not sound as good today, and you can make more impactful and meaningful changes to your mix/master.

[@leavealegacymusic]

The last EQ tip is pure gold, a complete mindset change!

[@charoproduction5956]

I though the same

[@KraniCremig]

Same here

[@1tzmoncrey213]

There's is literally no way I get a notification from you the second I search for a mastering tutorial😂Michael always helping out 🚫🧢

[@rockguitarmodes]

Your EQ ‘cut’ advice is spot on in terms of identifying ‘muddiness’ and cluttered mixes.

[@urphakeandgey6308]

The "avoid compression" tip is pretty useful and your point is absolutely true.

[@Apollo08]

He's a king, he's giving out every single secret there is. goat

[@jupiter901]

For year's I've followed every week, and that was the most clear and imformative advice I have heard, thank you so much as mixing and mastering always gets me every time. The you lean meter has been a God send, I bought the Pro version in the sales. Thank You.

[@prod.crater6547]

your channel was so helpful for me learning fl studio when i first started out, and i'm still learning so many tips from these videos!

[@mihajloristic1959]

Michael You're da man, giving advises, try to reply almost every comment posted, your knowledge and this channel is precious. You're deserving respects from all around. Thank you.

[@anthonydahl5454]

You are the Bob Ross of music to me, thanks for all your free knowledge given.

[@Stain-u9t]

Just when you think you can't learn enough... Videos like this keeps you encouragement to go on

[@inthemix]

Really glad to hear it!

[@adravil1233]

7:03 hope this won't look like too generic to mention here: there might be the 3-rd thing -- your tired ears. Don't forget to let them rest sometimes :)

[@reddiamondsmusic]

I love how you talk about music. That's like hearing Rodney Mullen talk about skateboarding 😁. Thanks for doing these videos! ❤️ Adam

[@yobro9177]

This dude only gives the best theory in depth about music. Thankyou.

[@easyvelvet77]

Thanks for your clarity, i love you last tip of digging in the EQ to return to the mix, dealing with the problem there. Keep on!

[@heavymetalmixer91]

When I compress in mastering, I usually go for RMS compression. It tends to make the sound more "stable" and the fast transients are still there, something that makes the limiter work even better.

[@boykingMusic]

Bro you are legend i m following from 2 years and i turned beginner to advance level because of you. You and busy workbeats are my mentor

[@kalidesu]

I'm finding I'm using the compressors and EQs less and less as band-aids for mix issues these days, these are really good tips. Thanks.

[@GodSpeed1105]

Dude you are... The King... of mix and mastering

[@smiley-wu1kn]

AHhh I should've visited your channel before I tried to master my tracks alone. Thank you sir!!!! You're the son of heavens!

[@lolloyeah5114]

You are an absolute LEGEND! You have been such a good teacher so far and I cant wait for more tips!!

[@matrixate]

Good stuff. I watched at 1.5X - not because your pacing was slow, it's because I have finals and don't have a lot of time to watch every single suggestion at normal speed. This is for those people. I liked the notch tip. I've known about that for years but it's a good reminder.

[@TWtonyyeh1997]

Last part of the eq is mind blowing! Thxs a lot

[@Cmpoonta]

Would love a video on mixing different genres. The differences between a pop song and a rap song in the mix 🔥🔥🔥

[@ChazChoppa]

definitely agree about compression. I make house where it’s really not necessary

[@producermantra]

Thanks for this information very much needed information 😘😘

[@inthemix]

You're welcome :)

[@knoxy3200]

Always helpful ❤️

[@CelignyDathus]

Bro, I have been watching many of your videos. I found them very helpful. Would you mind making a video tutorial showing how would you mix background vocal (Choir). I make Christian music, I feel comfortable mixing lead vocals the way you showed on your videos but I'm struggling with background/ choir vocal. Hope you do it. Keep doing the good tips and tricks

[@xoyansam]

you such a great man ... beautiful soul . thank for all the knowledge and love that you are sharing man.

[@lucasnyberg6412]

Wow, I've never thought of the macrodynamic method, it's really helpful. Keep doing what you're doing, you're the best on the internet at helping people with music production👏

[@AsherPostmanMusic]

So good!!

[@inthemix]

Thanks dude!

[@muskanmuskankhankhanmuskan93]

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[@muskanmuskankhankhanmuskan93]

𝑯 𝒂𝒑𝒌𝒐 𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒂𝒕𝒊 𝒉.𝒌𝒚𝒂

[@MCSouravkolkata]

Why don’t you make a vid on mixing/mastering Hiphop tracks ? 💯🎹

[@svarogstudio]

These are some of great tips. The only thing missing, and not a lot of people talk about it, the final stage of mastering and preparing for distribution. Things like creating DDP image for printing, adding ISRC codes and other metadata and cd text etc... I know some of those things are used of CD's only, which are a thing of a past, but you would be surprised how many bands and musicians still want a certain number of physical copies to sell and give out on live shows and that kind of thing.

[@martinradonjic2368]

The best turtorial channel on yt. Thanks...😀

[@reziahamed6654]

Super Duper stuff Mike!!! Love your presentations as always... Cheers! 🎉🎉🎉

[@yazio_music]

BIG BIG THANKS to you for all your videos !! Always simpely helpful and never complicated

[@gurugbeats615]

Such a powerful voice you have. I would like to know about some soft clipping stuff. Like you know how it changes the attitude of the whole drums. And some saturation tips for different instruments to enhance the timbre. I am so grateful for your tips on so many aspects of making music.

[@krymrampo3153]

Definitely the best producer teacher

[@MicahTurner]

I love your videos! I am a self made artist and my mixing and mastering is getting better thanks to you! I do ask to see in the future though is if you could do like a newtone video but this time go in depth with it, I loved your last one but I still have truble with newtone and i wanna get better at it. And I would also like to see you do a full mixing session w/ vocals. I know it would help me and others see what your full process is :)

[@SinaJVH]

your speak so calm. i love that

[@TheChromaKid]

Thank you so much for all the work you put into this channel, you're videos are genuinely helpful

[@erixmacleod6097]

honestly i have watched every songle video you have made and i have to say over this last 2 years you have really changed my life and how i listen and produce my music. i love your content please keep it up with out you i never would have made it this far and never would be hacing as much fun with music without your tips. thank you again. xmacxmusic new album coming 2021

[@stivmiravelasquez3]

Thanks a lot ! Some of those things I knew but the others I don't know you make it look very easy !

[@BlueLark]

Best pro music tutorial channel

[@elzurixmusic]

Honestly, every tip by Michael is essential, doesn't matter in which video :)

[@inthemix]

oh ELZURIX you always know what to say!

[@elzurixmusic]

:D

[@phenelo5792]

Finally, I found a channel that suits all my producing needs because I use FL Studio and I'm lacking basics and techniques. Already made my own project template from your video and it feels great to work on an organized template so you don't have to repeat organizing stuff as you work. Thank you for your help and more helpful videos to come!

[@vere9652]

When you are talking about testing things out. I made a test where i was comparing export settings 44100/4800Hz and 16/24Bit Depth. I've suffled them in the playlist, so that i don't know which is which and i was comparing which sounds the best. I made it several times and overall result has amazed me, because in conslusion i choosed 44100Hz 24Bit Depth as best and as second place 44100Hz 16Bit Depth.

[@JayTheYTGuy]

Love your videos. You never go off tangent and when you talk about things that differ you explain why it's appropriate with one and not the other. I honestly knew all these tips but hearing it in a different way can be just as helpful and spark new ways to use the things you already previously knew. I also like how you never go beyond what you know. You keep info tight and never misguide. Valuable source. Most people don't know who to believe but I'll gladly vouch for you!

[@sanjibmajhi978]

Thank you sir I learnt manything from you...really it's awasome...From India....

[@raimondsauseklis3859]

Michael the Lord of tutorials

[@Bronwyn031]

I'm kind of late to the discussion party but I've been delving more into the mastering side of music production. What I've discovered is that a lot of samples, drum machine one shots and even sound engine from modern day synths and keyboard workstations all already compressed. So to add even more compression at mastering just guts out even more sound frequencies and makes the sound elements have this unnatural timbre sound to them. In fact the only time I use compression in my mixes is when I've recorded live elements and to be honest my audio interface adds compression even at recording.

[@agthaog1986]

"Limiter is the devil" - Cardo I concur on that statement...well at least in my experience and primarily with hip-hop or that realm of music. 7:53 i think is one of the biggest tips you can give. that technic i feel will go along way in developing your ear as weill as mixing.

[@james2touchmuminkohbeats.21]

You are a mix god teacher to many and me in particular peace 🙏♥️

[@lrnzkng]

Simple and honest video, great job!

[@mckatherine]

I can really relate to the "Keep it simple" tip situation, and it doesn't only happen in mastering! It is really frustrating when I spend a lot of time addding things to my mix and when I compare it to how it sounded before all the hard work, I always convince myself that the "more complex" version sounds better no matter if the original one was much better. I just end up lying to myself to avoid the pain of knowing I've wasted my time and when I truly realize it it's too late. Porbably one of my biggest mistakes in music and sound producton! PS: Thank you so much for this video it was really helpful! :)

[@faizankhan118]

I am a beginner and today itself i finished producing a track and was wondering about mastering and just now a notification popped up from discord server and i watched it and it helped me, thank you Michael 💯

[@tonesfyre6386]

Thanks Michael 👍

[@inthemix]

You're welcome :)

[@KRSAHM]

Thank U sir, Your videos are Amazing. Tips and tricks..

[@FORCEGOD]

At the end of a mix you should always be looking for harshness or and mudiness so you can adjust before you export for master. One mistake that I´ve made multiple times though is to cut out too much of the body of an instrument/track. So be aware that you still have everything you need in a certain track to make it sound full but adjust it so it fits into the mix. Just a random thing you helped me find out through your tutorials, thanks Michael.

[@baptisteguilloteau3366]

Imagine you are listening to calming soothing ASMR, and at the same time you have clear, precise useful information about music production ? That's this channel.

[@SoulGnosis]

Not very new to fl but been away for a few years now. Looking at fl20 there's a lot of change. So going back to basics. Appreciate the channel and the advice it's very helpful. 👍

[@Postinit]

I was just about to start mastering my EP so great timing thanks :)

[@divfae2792]

Is it out yet :)?

[@Postinit]

@@divfae2792 yes Cujeyé - Japanese Graphics

[@djxotic5168]

thank you so much for this video. currently i am working on just getting a good mix for my beats ya know. i got my new headphones the beyerdynamic DT770 pro and im excited to start mixing my beats when the sound on these headphones set in. i really wanna get better at mixing

[@vaakhsmusic360]

Ur topics are really helpful. Thanks alot.

[@mukeshbabu6467]

Thanqu for the video brother❤💙

[@neilmaile2442]

I was surprised when you mentioned not to use compression until you gave a valid reason not to and I agree, although I would still use a slight compression to glue everything together a bit more. With limiting during mastering I sometimes find that the punch of the kick is affected and then I would turn it down in the mix and export for mastering again, the punch of the kick is the less effected then... Thanks for the video's your awesome bud...

[@nadirhasan2960]

Me : waiting with 20 otts loaded up Michael : don’t use compression Me : well I tried !

[@inthemix]

Try 25 next time :)

[@ZapDon777Tutorials]

@@inthemix lol

[@nadirhasan2960]

@@inthemix I will senpai !!!! 😄😄

[@AlexanderLindo]

Rock on!

[@CULTUM_d]

Thank you for your help 🖤

[@DeathMetalOnToast]

This is great advice thanks. Biggest takeaway was the negative EQ sweeping. Was starting to notice when I'd do it positively, unless I really kept that frequency that was standing out in my head while boosting to find it, I sometimes just lose track, trick myself and end up cutting stuff unnecessarily after losing my 'flat' reference point. I'm gonna try force myself to cut sweep more, you're looking to cut frequencies in the end anyways!

[@youssefkardo]

Thank you Michael ❤🙏🏻

[@drmagna7137]

GREAT MICHAEL! I HAVE LEARNED A LOT FROM YOU! CHEERS FROM DR MAGNA FROM MEXICO!

[@YXMATU]

I was just stuck with mastering my song and this video saved my life

[@juanselnh1245]

Saludos amigo, gracias a ti he podido avanzar. ¡Muy buenos consejos!. Saludos desde Colombia.

[@briankingart]

Amazing again! TYVM, Michael!

[@inthemix]

Cheers Brian!

[@ToxicJBeats]

Love From India❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@zatar9536]

you're the best teacher i never had. thx for your tips. so inspiring

[@terrancepointer122]

Very helpful! Healthy convo. Thanks bro

[@bvrbvs]

Fantastic!! Please more ozone and/or neutron based mixing and mastering!

[@trevorclover]

Put an EQ on the master bus and set low pass + high pass filters so that you can only hear a small band of frequencies. Compare these zones 20-60, 60-250, 250-2000, 2000-6000, 6000-10000, 10000+ Hz against your references. This is a bit tricky because changes in a specific band can alter other bands outside of these zones, so it would be advisable to compare with the full spectrum every now and then.

[@Burgy02]

Tu voz relaja mucho, ese acento viejo. Da gusto ver tus vídeos :)

[@aeixo2533]

Soundgoodizer on the master. Job done.

[@ToxicJBeats]

Thanks For This Video Bro ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ericdias4199]

The angel without wings. Thanks once again!

[@CPMusic254]

And he just gave me what i am struggling with. Be blessed

[@ForTheForsaken]

I do find often in my projects when i take a big cut and listen it's often not the frequencies I expect that make a difference. For example 800hz improving my bass when I take out a chunk instead of the low mids so I am a big advocator of this technique but I also do like the one you mentioned previously about taking a raising approach and sweeping on individual instruments as well.

[@AKAtAGG]

First time I've ever seen any YT music production guy mention macro/micro dynamics and the difference between the two. This should be one of the first things you learn. Great work as usual. edit: i haven't compressed the master for a decade or more. heh.

[@midstrings]

Best channel for new producers 🔥🔥❤️❤️

[@umanoid1523]

Some good tips. Ive been working on my mastering skills for about five years now and im still not where id like to be. My listening skills arent quite what id like them to be. That being said I have a bunch of mastering plugins on my chain and spend a lot of time adjusting and turning off and on. I use Ozone which gets me at a decent starting point and i have several plugin alliance compressors (I keep compression very light if and when I use them) . I recently picked up the smart limiter plugin which i find excellent as a starting point. I also have several analyzers as well so double check visually. I often do a rough mix with my mastering settings while producing tracks but then walk away from it for weeks to months before i do an actual final mix master session. The distance from the track helps to make decisions immensely. I do this with Design as well. I don’t have the luxury of weeks to months with graphic design but even a day is helpful in getting distance and perspective.

[@YiggaP]

That big notch cut advice is gold !! thank you :-)

[@Poppyfromtabg]

thanks, using the filter to cut frequencies just helped me tidy up the low end in a mix i'm working on.

[@sauceyweshatnin503]

I must say....Your videos have helped me with my mix’s. Keep up the solid content my guy.

[@Leous]

I've been watching your tips and stuff for the past few months, really really helpful, thanks from Brazil!!