GLUEY COMPRESSION | How To Use A Mix Bus Compressor

[@sancessounds]

Still my favorite style of video from you. Capturing the vlogy, vibey intro then going into the studio. It sets the mood really nice and creates for a good watch!

[@sancessounds]

Still loving this style. Day in the life / vlog intros and such. Your area looks so vibey!

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[@CamWitten]

the average person: ... mastering engineer: listen to what a MASSIVE DIFFERENCE that makes!

[@jordanhansell6439]

its because theyre listening in a tuned room with a flat response

[@Manas_Kunder_]

@@jordanhansell6439 its because their ears are shaper....i have been mixing since 6 months ..and i can now hear more critically...but ya also the room

[@eighteenfiftynine]

It doesn't help that he's talking all over the a/b comparison.

[@nebroskitheraut6705]

Thats bc your ears are not trained.

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@@jordanhansell6439 he use headphones though

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Why in the world are you guys thumbing down this content. You know how much time it takes to put a video together, it’s not just a couple of hours . Thanks for the content , I know firsthand how much work it is.

[@Streaky_com]

Thank you 🙏

[@norand022]

The tip with sidechain highpassing at 150-160Hz compression is excellent! That's what I was missing since I started a month ago! 😀One year with such pros and I'll be a pro myself! 😀

[@BubbleDropBubbleTeaShop]

The sidechain does not create a range that does not get compressed, it is only a trigger, the whole signal still gets compressed but the range below the setting does not trigger the compressor.

[@moano3271]

Omg Streaky! This is the best video you have put out so far! Brilliant video 👏 i have allways been under the impression that you were meant to use 2:1 ratio on the master!? Probably read it somewhere, but some how i have allways found it harder to use the 2:1 than 4:1. maybe it’s a bit dependent on what genre you’re working on? As far as ideas for upcoming videos, here are a few thats on my wishlist : 1.Using multiband to control lowend. 2.EQ mindset. 3.How you normally use limiter (Pro L2 hopefully) 4.Stereo widening. 5.basically a lot of mindset videos on different mixing/mastering related topics. 6.How to actually identify issues that needs fixing. 7.How to know when you should leave something as is. 8.Saturation/colour in mastering. 9.M/S processing. 10.Maybe do a monthly/every other month mastering walkthru. Yeah, i can keep going 😂 Once again, this is brilliant Streaky! I also really like how you go super in depth on just one specific thing for 20minutes..not stressing it and just keeps it to the topic the entire video! That way (for me at least) it is very educational, entertaining and it opens up for a lot more content for you to make for us as well instead of combining different topics in one video. Thank you! 🙏

[@AndreiSora]

Andy Wallace uses 4:1, as does Tom Lord-Alge. So I guess it's a matter of taste!

[@Keroser1983]

@@AndreiSora I am not pro at all but I think we should not be sticking to the numbers or lists etc ( including muyself ). The ultimate goal is important. You want to '' glue a mix '', if 10:1 is working for you than go for it :)) Recently I trying to focus on my ears rather than given numbers etc.

[@kodykindhart8230]

If I’m not mistaken cla has his red set at 1.5

[@DaveChips]

@@Keroser1983 Lately although it's a taboo in music world... I started using presets more and more. Since over time u develop a liking of certain sound signature and that basically becomes your "flavour" so on som individual tracks I still tune in compression, eq, saturation, etc. But on buses I have my presets and I just mix my sound into that bus. If for example I have too much highs in one sound il rather go cut that one track... Then go and boost other ten to get that top end. If u look at CLA studio... Most of his analog gear is preset and he just pushes audio thru.

[@nectariosm]

A good starting point for release times (on continuously variable compressors that are not scaled like this SSL emulation) is to do this simple math: 60000/BPM. The result is the 1/4 length of the track in ms, so for a 4/4 dance tune, its the time from one kick to the next. Then depending on the track and what you're aiming for try half of that (1/8) or divide the result by 4 times to get the 1/16 length. So effectively the compression follows the track BPM. So just listen, tweak, listen, etc.

[@Streaky_com]

Proper knowledge 👍

[@RaduJon]

Same concept used in reverb predelay, delay etc

[@nectariosm]

@@RaduJon yes but most people don't think about this stuff much, simply because delay plugs (and some reverbs with pre delay times), have a sync button that calculates this for them, whereas compressors (the ones I've used anyway), don't. So just putting this simple math here for people to try out.

[@RaduJon]

nektar what compressors do you use if I may ask? Sounds like you’re doing analog. I do hybrid as well

[@nectariosm]

@@RaduJon Actually for mastering I am completely in the box because I prefer the flexibility/recall of plug ins and prefer to steer clear from the crazy expenses of analog mastering. For mixing I still mostly use plug ins, I just track through some cheap 1176/LA-2A Klark Teknik clones.

[@JoeySchmidt74]

It's interesting to hear professionals in the industry who used to not know how compressors worked. I used to have a neighbour who kept harassing me for EQ and compression tips while he was doing his masters degree. I'm only HND level educated in audio production, but it was jarring that I knew more than someone doing their masters. Turns out it's quite common for folk to get into the industry and learn as they work rather than going in fully versed in how it all works. For the record, I'm not claiming to know it all, everyday is a learning experience and that X/Y graph was, by far, the easiest method I've ever seen on how to visualise how a compressor works. I know how compression works by ear, but this just visualised it brilliantly. Cheers man

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This guy walking into the studio with his coffee? Subscribed.

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And cafe Nero too! Sub and a like

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@@ARCASIAUK fuck cafe Nero. Shite coffee

[@daavneeq]

This has confirmed I knew this years ago about ssl comps but was doubting myself/ wasn’t sure if being that subtle, was the way. Thanks Streaky 👍

[@Omegagon]

Your studio is dope as hell. This is like retro, analog, synthwave heaven!

[@charliejordan3337]

So in depth! Look forward to all these new tutorials, not to be missed. Would love to see you mix a whole track from start to finish.

[@paulmix3858]

Excellent video, particularly the compressor part and the words "Use your ears"!

[@amberwoodstudio]

I did this with my psp mastering compressor and the mix improvement when I listened back in the car was amazing. Definitely gives the mix a more polished sound. Thanks for sharing

[@bukdays]

If the threshhold isn't 'met', aren't you just boosting/quieting the signal with the makeup? I guess with this compressor, with the HI PASS on, it would just work as a hi-shelf starting from the HI PASS frequenzy. Please do correct me if I'm wrong!

[@charlieoconnor]

Loved this! Super helpful watching you do it in real time. Great explanation of something I've never totally understood. Can you make more videos on other types of/ways in which you use a compressor?

[@nebstaism]

That t-racks bus compressor is a wicked sounding ssl bus compressor... one of the better ones I’ve used

[@austinsummersofficial631]

This is literally so epic. Vlogging etc getting coffee. Love it!

[@AgustinDavidF]

Very gentle, nice moves, just what it needs. Very nice trick! Thank you Streaky!

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[@harlanvale1899]

Could you please show us how you use multiband EQ just for the bass that you mentioned in this video?

[@kohonnes1332]

Was really eye opening! Thanks a lot! But you mentioned multiband compression to tight up the low end in the end of the video. Would love to see how you do it! Cheers!

[@daveaugustcomposes]

I feel this is me polishing a piece of jewellery with 7 times magnification for 5 hours to make sure it's perfect and then, no one cares... Thanks for the video, never understood previous explanations of gluey compression. For anyone using Logic, the stock Vintage VCA compressor is modelled after the SSL.

[@DeltaWhiskeyBravo13579]

Very nice glue compression tutorial. You know it's going to be good when we're starting off in the coffee shop.

[@mandoibarra1137]

From the U.S to England , thanks 4 all the great tips. Really appreciate the whole keeping it simple thing. very helpful . thank u Streraky!!!!

[@Mutt83GC]

Thank you for this video, I bought this TRack Max a couple of years ago and used it a few years ago and haven't used it much because I've been off and on learning to use the Compressor off and on slowly. I have focused on using the stock Logic Pro X plug-ins but the compressor has always had me a bit confused all these years.

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[@sonarcreep3691]

Being a producer I'm so used to massive adjustments.. so was struggling to hear the differences in the A/B mix. But loved the sweet science of the subtle. Would defo improve the mixes we do and able to pass on to the mastering house just having the knowledge of what they need in order to do there work to bring out your work in the best way possible (providing the mastering engineer is any good that is..hahha) great video again sir. Thank you.👊💪😎🙏

[@TheGurner1]

Great explanation! Subtle but effective compression

[@andrewamicarelli]

I've been binge watching this channel and even with concepts I think I have down, Streaky comes through with some insightful info!

[@IsmaelMulti]

I finally understood how to use mix bus compression. Thanks, sir!

[@EnoraRecords]

Thank you for telling about what compressor type you like using in different genres. Really getting a clear picture to what it does. ✌️

[@themagicianofsound]

This is interesting because I have also used compressors without knowing what they were doing really, but when it sounded good, I've used those settings. Still today there are settings that work for me and I can't explain why, but I use them haha as it sounds great! But knowing the science behind is definitely good. What amazes me the most about mastering is that 100 mastering engineers would make the same song sound in 100 different ways, but each can potentially be "good". This diversity is simply fantastic. Your sound is definitely amazing. Thanks for taking your precious time to share your incredible knowledge. It's without any doubt the place here to learn amazing tricks ! Hoping that you and your loved ones stay safe and healthy in these weird times! Kindest Regards from your friend François in Montreal, Canada! 🎼🃏🎶🎵🙏😁😎🤘🌠

[@palitoonthebeat]

the topic with bass compression is sth you should consider to show, there is not much about out here. Thank you for your incredible knowledge

[@DJDAMIAN72]

Adding a compressor but setting it up so “it’s not doing anything” and the meter isn’t even moving doesn’t make much sense, that’s like adding an eq to your track but not adding or subtracting anything! Lol I’ve never seen any article or video about compression ever do what was done in this video! Now I got to get back to adding reverb to my track and setting the dry/wet dial to zero! Lol

[@MikeLuke]

Your videos have become an amazing source for insightful tips. Straight on point. Thanks a bunch and keep it up.

[@medusa_lives]

Wow your new room looks SICK! You always have the best looking studios, so clean with amazing LEDs and acoustic treatment.

[@elijahmant2855]

Greetings, Streaky. Thanks for this Video. It's took a long time for me to Learn compressor settings, Specially Master Buss wise. Watching your Video helps me in Feeling much more Confident on the Settings, and Why. Excellent Man.

[@marqueltramaine]

Bro i watched one video yesterday of yours, simple and straight to the point. Thanks for your contribution.

[@carators3611]

Hi Streaky, thanks so much for the video! I have a question: I'm mastering really dynamic music, so I just want the bus compressor to have 2 dB gain reduction on the loudest moments. What about make-up gain? If I boost it to match at the loudest part, the whole thing is louder. Is that something to generally avoid?

[@uirehuigedkahds]

Thanks for the simple explanation on a complex issue. Appreciate the video.

[@Musician_Robert]

The room and those speakers look beautiful Streaky! Appreciate your expertise. Would like to hear your views on proper frequency shaping (Low cut . High cut etc) in mastering.

[@lordshiva83]

Where can I download this track?!?! super catchy

[@himangshudeka10]

Never heard someone explain Compression like that. Really amazing content.

[@arnaudnieuwoudt5211]

I'm new at this and you explained it very well. Now I understand it. Thanks

[@MsMay32]

Love your cool outside start to the video!! NICE STUDIO!! AMAZING TIPS/TRICKS. I'm working hard to make quality, pro original music. THANK YOU!!!💓💕💚💞💚

[@saturdaynightfeverDJshows]

Nice video, in my recent attempts I probably compressed to much mainly because I'm trying to make it pump. Even do I like the pump it was a struggle to get a good sound on this new compressor I'm using. After watching this I'm definitely gonna do less reduction, it makes sense to me. thanks for uploading this.

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I watch tons of mix videos but have only just found your channel. Subscribed before I finished watching the first vid. I've been mixing stuff for 40 years and now i'm learning. I love the punchy style of your content. I hate videos that take 40 mins to make a point. Punchy mixes and even punchier vids. Grrrrrreat.

[@MattVorn]

Could you show us how to take advantage of mid/side. I always hear more experienced guys say that mid/side is a game change, I mean I use it a bit, but unsure as to how most 'professionals' use mid/side in mixing and mastering processes?

[@MxpAV]

Me too. I've had fun layering my samples with multiband dynamics and varying the mid/side. Also some interesting stuff using it when phase flipping. No way a professional opinion but some food for thought :)

[@izvarzone]

I actually switched back to stereo mode (or dual mono, because I prefer stereo unlinked sound), get better sound than with mid/side. But it also depends on a mix. With some mixes mid/side could be better, I suppose.

[@pauliedibbs9028]

This video -- and overall lesson -- is an absolute GODSEND! Thank you!

[@stupendousmusic4190]

👏🏻GREAT 👍🏻 After watching your videos for a while now, I'm thinking that maybe I'll give mastering a try. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@gilldanier4129]

Yeh!! cup of coffee, its got to be done in the morning. Thanks for the tips.

[@achillesmusicoz]

I love how Streaky talks in such extreme terms when in actual fact to most of us it's fairly subtle differences 😂

[@gforsyth4]

It’s why we show up!

[@kodykindhart8230]

When working in the minutia one must imagine everything in extreme proportion

[@mb72oz]

@haer vo - let's hear your mastering efforts, just to be fair, of course. Also clearly your education didn't involve the basics like correct spelling (yes, even if English is your second language after German or whatever).

[@bobsnocks3656]

@haer vo I think he just gets self conscious and forgets stuff. Like sometimes it seems like he accidentally brings up a topic and he hasn’t refreshed his memory on lately (like at the start of this vid) and then dodges it haha which I think is nice cause I do that in every day life! :) He Human, and no doubt great at mastering.

[@myalteregohamish]

I thinks because KZbin also compressed the hell out of it

[@ulfb5467]

Great tutorials about mixing/mastring. The best..

[@Dcyde86]

Really enlightenning the way you explained it with the examples! I work in a hybrid (hardware/software) mode with my music and I actually NOW understood where it fits . Thanks a lot for that

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Thank God I found you , sir. Respect ✊🏿

[@rdru2ner82]

You are amazing, I love this channel, I started orchestral music and this was a great help video, thanks!

[@emmanuelgourot5377]

Good video. I would suggest to dive deeper into compression. Do you ever use things like parallel compression ? Do you sometimes chain a couple of compressors ? Or you like to keep it simple ?

[@patkelly3966]

The TRS clone is nicely clean to look at. I use the Focusrite emu and it's a pain sometimes.

[@pablodominguez1271]

Hi, I’m kind of a begginer in the mixing & mastering world and latelly I’ve been having some trouble with separation in the mix when doing some sustractive EQ on vocals. If you could do a video explaining how to get separation in the mix and give some advice, that would be amazing. I love your content, it really helps !! Thanks.

[@AndreiSora]

With separation, it's always a combo of EQ and compression. Check out some of Austin Hull's videos on the Make Pop Music channel here on KZbin - there's some great content on EQing vocals!

[@casillasscorer]

This video was very helpful! I can’t wait for that video about controlling the low end with multi band. At the moment, that’s what I struggle with the most, and I know your knowledge will help me so much

[@GeoZero]

Great video. I was surprised to see release set to 0.1. I usually use or see other use Auto. Would love to hear more about that or a follow up video. Thanks for the great content as always.

[@craigerwin4007]

I used to use "auto" all the time, but after trying a faster set release you can really hear a noticeable difference in punch and clarity, sometimes a faster release can add too much high end energy "treble harsh" so the mix may have to be adjusted.

[@RETCHED-METAL]

Thanks for your help you've been helping me get better. Cheers Mate

[@pat2651]

Thanks Streaky for doing this, super helpful. Would love to see a video on how you use dyn eq in upward expansion before the limiter.

[@georgetsotridis9111]

Streaky you are absolutely fantastic!! Keep it up man :) I love your videos, the way you presenting things of great importance.......but most of all I enjoy your humour!!!

[@ljones2087]

I love that it rains in England and in the Northern hemisphere, it's what has given us an agricultural advantage over other countries that have hot and arid climates. I thought you should know the benefits that rain brings to vegetation and thusly animals, as you felt the need to unnecessarily include footage of you charging your EV (which have terrible consequences for the environment).

[@ZiwaHD]

Since we are on this topic you mentioned a varimu /tubes for tone ; what is your take on compressor types . Which types have you found most effective in your mastering career ? Between Fet, VCA , Opto , Varimu, diode etc ....

[@AndreiSora]

I think most people tend to use VCA or Vari-Mu.

[@DC_92]

What a Genius. Thankyou Master. 🙏🏻❤️🎶

[@drizzl8899]

I love the look of your studio. Looks like a room where you could meditate during breaks 😁

[@venemushunter25]

Awesome video.. learned a few things. Thanks for sharing

[@MrMikomi]

I would never have thought to apply that small, almost miniscule, amount of gain reduction. Interesting. Thanks for the video.

[@sh-kw2ox]

I using the g bus comp that's on the ssl six . Lovely

[@foxproduction4554]

..you are an amazing teacher, respect and thanks for sharing your experience with us...

[@MartinLutherMcCoy]

Another great offering from Sir Streakz

[@cookiebytz]

Loving the new output! I don't know if you saw but Slate Digital released the VSX headphones that come with environments to mix in. I'd love you to review it. Looking forward to you next vid!

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Very useful info also, I’m reminded that I don’t miss that awful weather one bit

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Me too! I don't care if it's +30 C or -20 C here, at least the sky is usually blue!

[@DaPhunk73]

Thanks for a great video! Less is more. Would be great to see what you would do to the low end with a multiband comp in addition to the SSL comp glue!

[@pco2004]

So did he recommend doing the MBC for the low end AFTER the glue compression or BEFORE?

[@kashjay4489]

Streaky, I rest my case! Straight talking and it all makes sense. I really enjoyed your session.

[@eg1612]

Nice one on doing these and taking the time

[@sunchaseua]

Very valuable tips. Thank you so much!

[@marcussiu3115]

Thanks for this video Streaky! Would definitely love a video on multiband/dynamic EQ and where you would use it :)

[@opinionpeace]

just want say a massive thank you for imparting you knowledge mate, will make a massive difference in my work and education

[@chazguitar]

Would love to hear your tnoughts on the practice of using the vocal as a key for compressing all other tacks, i.e., the entire "band". I realize that this has more to do with mixing than mastering but it's a technique not discussed much in the places I go for info.

[@conanliquid]

I have been using the SSL G Buss on 4/30/0.1 for so long I feel like getting it tattooed on my arm. Nice video. Obviously, the original didn't have the SC Hi-Pass and I find this an excellent addition now I am 100% ITB. I use a selection of versions from different companies, all sounding slightly different (just like the original hardware). I don't have my notes next to me, but I seem to remember the Ik Multimedia version you are using is brighter than the UAD and Waves version. Brainworx Townhouse version is also excellent but maybe a little too coloured for mixbuss, but nice on the drum buss. Native Instruments do a nice version but again very coloured and probably not suitable for the mixbuss. I think I probably use the UAD version more than any other version as it sounds the closest to the hardware version I used to use, but of course, none are better or worse, just different. By the way, an independent guy running a company called Analog Obsession does an excellent free version of the G buss called Buster and the newer BusterSE. Check it out if you get a chance and it is obviously great for any people on a budget. I also use that version a lot. I am in no way associated with this company, just sharing the love. Thanks again. Subscribed.

[@dirkchurlish4074]

did you do the blind test on gearslutz? i actually picked the ssl native plugin over one of the hardware units in the shootout. haven't played with tim p's l-bus as i don't have nebula but i think those two are probably the tippy top for this sound ITB. i graduated from the waves (and logic stock vintage vca) to this ik version, but i do think it's a bit harsh (even without the grit--surprised he's using that, was making a big difference in brightness to my ear). totally workable and better than the waves (in terms of tonality and stereo image--waves always had good action but wack tone). from ik, i graduated to the psp busspressor, which has slightly nicer tone, or less aggressive tone at least. i was a big fan of buster 6.1 (still am) and obviously the new version is great too, probably just flat out better as the attack and release times respond more sensibly in busterSE. i've yet to grok its tone, but i'm happy to hear you using it alongside the UAD stuff (i've never tried) because it's one of my favorites for sure. and i'm glad he released it alongside the old version because i really liked the tone on that. on top of all this, my one hardware piece is a 7721 stereo vca comp (ssl-inspired). def has more going on than any of the plugins but it could never touch the real thing. i don't have any tattoos but i feel you on the tattoo sentiment!

[@conanliquid]

@@dirkchurlish4074 No I haven't tried the Gearslutz test. I will look that up. At the end of the day it's about what you like personally, isn't it. I tell my students to stop looking for "the one that sounds exactly like the hardware" because it is self-defeating. 1)All the hardware versions sound a little different and 2)The plugin will be modelled on one or a few particular models, so will not sound like the different piece of hardware they might compare it to. I have tried the Acustica versions I wasn't that impressed to be honest, but that's just my opinion.

[@izvarzone]

I actually like colored masters but use different plugins for that (presswerk, te-100 and satin)

[@drummer_alex_martin]

Thank you, Streaky! I have been waiting for this video from you for a quite I while! Could you please explain what do we do if we have a very dynamic mix, consisting of several parts (three and more) and we have to bring a glue compression to it and also bring it to a commercial level of -8lufs or so? In this case the glue compression would work only in the loudest part. So does the limiter kick in only in the loudest part. I assume we can can another compressor with low ration (1.25) and low threshold (-20 or more) with the gain reduction about 3 db. We also can you automation... But what is the right way to approach a dynamic mix? Thank you!

[@olivierclasse]

Nice question . In this case is automation might be an option to push a bit the quiet parts?

[@youngselfofficial893]

Automation is key! I think that the threshold is the main issue, but the release will also need adjustment since its kind of the "pulse" of the track. You could jungle with these depending on what kind of mastering chain youre using

[@LYFoulidis]

Yep, threshold automation. Depending on the DAW you use, object oriented plugin chains might be faster in workflow!

[@JoeySchmidt74]

If it's mixed properly, mastering should be a doddle, but automation is your friend for wild dynamic range shifts.

[@RETCHED-METAL]

I jus got an SSL Bus + for my two bus it's awesome but I'm going thru a learning curve.

[@MrMitchGames]

Loving the new videos. You're the only channel that I watch for mastering knowledge 👍

[@romyvanhandley6432]

Thanks Streaky. Another great video.

[@acousticslideguitarist65ji72]

Hey Streaky, do you have a mix of an old style 60's or 70's rock tune and some ballads? Those would be great to see. Ty Jim

[@OneStepToday]

You will add a limiter and clipper on the master channel, they will compress it furthermore.

[@firubbi]

a perfect mastering room for sure :)

[@79toddy]

I’ve always had my glue compression bouncing under -2db if you keep the needle at 0db it sounds great.

[@heavymetalmixer91]

Really good video, not many go so in-depth. mostly considering this is about mastering.

[@HeavyWeightBeats85]

This is the best explanation ever. Love your content

[@talkdemonic]

Best video on bus compression! Thanks man

[@RemcoJvGrevenbroek]

Air on a g string is so beautiful even without compression 😀

[@JoshuaHardee]

I really appreciate you and the knowledge you are sharing. It is greatly helpful. In the future, can you process your mic audio with RX to remove the computer noise and or duck the signal to remove the noise and mouse clicks? Would help to better hear what you are doing.