How To Use Saturation Like a Pro

[@justingriffin36]

Dude, please produce more content. Your videos are so well done. You're not just spouting out a bunch of super basic production tips, and you can actually manage to explain complex topics in a very clear way. Keep it up, man!

[@sseb_music]

Will do, more videos on the way. Thanks for the comment!

[@mr.w7803]

Agreed, I found your saturation video first and it was super helpful, though I’d also suggest moving a little slower/explaining more on some of the deeper bits towards the end

[@mr.w7803]

I also subscribed about a minute or two in, great content :)

[@cbrooks0905]

@@mr.w7803 yes, a little slower would be nice. These concepts are a bit complex, and I find myself still thinking about one thing, trying to piece it all together in my mind, and he's already off to the next bit. lol Really good content though. This is just what I need to level up my comprehension of everything I'm trying to achieve when producing/mixing. P.S. This method reminds me of boosting into compression. I've never thought about boosting into saturation. Definitely going to have to watch this one again.

[@austinrossitter2880]

@@cbrooks0905 I respect what you're saying but I'd prefer if he kept it fast! That's what the pause button is for, I feel like you can view this video like a textbook that guides your research if you truly want to learn the concepts

[@ywenp]

I really love the level of detail you put into your videos. You really are adding something to the music prod youtube game. Here's some contribution :) Please carry on! We need more people daring to say things like "Saturation and EQ don't commute".

[@dedik8SKB]

It seems rare to come across a channel suited for learning concepts above a basic beginner level. I hope you continue making these videos! You are an excellent teacher and illustrate concepts in a clear visual and verbal way. Good job!

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'Nature is a low pass filter' 2:01 that's gonna be something for life

[@CTravaglini]

It is incredibly refreshing to find a channel where the presenter has an deep intimate knowledge of the topic their discussing, rather than giving surface level hype without the goods to back it up. This week alone I've seen this topic covered by Eric Valentine, Recording Lounge podcast, and now you. Each with your own unique take on the matter. You absolutely nailed it here, please please keep it up!!

[@shortbusheros4]

It's so refreshing to see a channel that talks about the literal behavior of sound and how to manipulate it in an intelligent manner. I'm really tired of other tutorials that utilize the philosophy of "just use your ears". Like I get it, using your ears is important but I want to be informed on what exactly it is I am doing when I'm tweaking settings. That way I can make decisions based on actionable predictions and not have to be stuck in settings-tweaking-limbo banging my head, hoping, pleading that I miraculously land on some sort of useable tone that works well within my mix. Thank you for making such informative videos!

[@bartondisplay]

One of the few tutorial creators who actually teaches you something valuable. Great vid, sseb!

[@123string4]

Yet another amazing video, you’re the only youtuber who explains stuff in a concise and interesting way. Keep it up man you’re the next Dan Worrall

[@sseb_music]

Thank you, I appreciate it. I really like Dan Worrall's videos

[@shanonkiyoshi4784]

Damn Straight!

[@keveydaking]

For me, I forget information unless I know the why. I remember my driving instructor saying noone had ever asked so many questions. I forget all my notes and until I've watched this guy I start to "remember" very easily

[@draghmar]

I thought you're gone, great to hear you again

[@arunkarthikma3121]

He pours so much time into the quality of his videos, looks like. Some larger KZbinrs can afford to outsource their editing and animations. It's not easy to do this alone.

[@obiwantschernobyl5650]

We need moarr!

[@carterleynes6380]

Nice to see a video by someone truly knowledgeable. Too many reviewers out there don't really understand things and they use made up words and practices based on a misunderstanding of how things work.

[@papybretzel9394]

Dude I'm a guitarist for like 15+ years now and I just understood guitar tones. Your vids are pure gold. Thanks a lot, I mean it

[@Pattarns_Music]

This is some rare knowledge. Makes me feel smarter already! The kind of stuff most producers never find out, thanks so much! Insane production value from the start and you're still keeping it up, respect.

[@MYGAS21]

This information blew my mind....AND confirmed a hunch I had: That somewere there is a guitar distortion sound no one has ever heard of. Now back to listening to it again for the nth time....!

[@tarekwayne9193]

Yours??

[@MYGAS21]

@@tarekwayne9193 LOL! I'm working on it honey bun.

[@player042]

You explain everything so thoroughly and clearly! Showing how chaining together multiple saturations and eqs turn into a guitar amp really helped me understand what a difference shaping the signal can have.

[@Tazer_BLACC]

Im almost 1 year into my music journey and this has been the most informative entertaining and high level bits of content ive seen. Whenever you decide to drop again im sure ill be there and so will everyone else. Yer GOATED for this.

[@andrewcrawford5121]

Dude i just found your channel last night and was blown away by the quality of your content. Then I saw that you stopped posting on like everything and got super discouraged, very next morning you drop a new video and im so fuckin happy now

[@deletedchannelname7426]

Back with a banger. No one does what you do man, thank you.

[@G.GordonMidi]

You have a real knack for teaching complex things in an approachable way. Thanks for these 🙏🏼 if you happen to be still reading these comments haha

[@lowspotsound721]

this is one of the best videos ever made on electronic music on KZbin imo

[@trevan5035]

This channel feels like the gateway between the basic "Top 10 Tips" tutorials and the Professional Masterclasses that go over my head. Thanks for the great content, man!

[@RichardPhilbin]

This is my new favorite channel.

[@AaronZuniga617]

This has been one of the most helpful videos I’ve ever watched thank you so much!!!

[@joshmorgenlander8800]

In utter disbelief at the quality of these videos. As a science-oriented musician, I appreciate the depth of your explanations. Knowing the why and the how is so important when making musical decisions. Thanks for posting (and for posting on r/edmproduction)!

[@kaylabification]

Bro I've been producing for almost 2 years and this has been the best most clear way to understand saturation ive found so far. Good on you man

[@heartpath1]

Crushing it. You’re born to do this dude.

[@Sundji]

This is the exact saturation content I needed. I always thought saturation was just inherently limited because I'd always get that crunchy sound before I'm satisfied with the saturation. I never would've thought to use multiple saturators and I definitely didn't know how much balancing impacted the result.

[@stereocool2155]

Great informative video man! PS: we need the bass-blasting Ableton rack!

[@zkassai.audio.2]

If every teacher I've ever had explained things the way you do, I'd be omniscient by now. Holy shit, sseb. You're not simply conveying *knowledge*, but *UNDERSTANDING* - that elusive feeling like you "know" the subject not the way you know a word, but the way you know a close friend. Holy shit sseb.

[@arkstarmusic]

Came back to this video after a couple days to leave this comment. Your "saturation in stages" technique really improved my sound design and has my mixes feeling much fuller. In addition, your explanations are very professional and easy to understand. I feel like I have such a better grasp of the types of saturation, and the harmonics they create. Can't believe this stuff is free, and can't wait for more videos. Well done!

[@odealianaffairs9001]

Sick!! a new upload. KZbin needs more detailed content like this. Looking forward to more uploads.

[@gershommaes902]

I love and appreciate the balance of technical/nerdy and practical advice

[@JeiShian]

I've been learning from many people over 10 years and you are my favourite, along with Dan Worral. I never expected to find anyone who is as good as him🙏🙏 hope you will be back to make more. I've finished watching all your videos

[@ShroobyBunz]

The question I’ve been asking for years…. No one has ever answered me… till now. This video is a godsend. Earned a sub, and my damn loyalty ladd. Thank you incredibly much.

[@sseb_music]

Thank you I appreciate it! Just out of curiosity what was the question you had that this video helped with?

[@ShroobyBunz]

@@sseb_music Honestly the basic "What is saturation and How do I use it" I always got the answer, "saturation will add more harmonic distortion in areas where it didn't previously exist or perceive well." but that never fully explained how I use it. I always see big artist use the HECK out of saturation to get big and fat basses or their "Fat rack" but I never understood how to get it to sound to such a degree. But the way you explained and demonstrated here helped be MUCH better understand what saturation is doing and how to go about using it/abusing it.

[@ShroobyBunz]

@@sseb_music Actually I'm curious now. Would you be willing to do any one on one coaching? Of Course Id be willing to pay for your time but I ask as you explain this stuff in detail that's immensely helpful and my biggest want is to understand how to make basses sound fat and full. If you can help me better understand this side of sound design Id be extremely grateful.

[@sseb_music]

sure! Message me on instagram instagram.com/i_am_sseb/

[@sub-jec-tiv]

Thanks for this all-killer no-filler video. The advice about multi-stage distortion is super helpful. And we now have amazing options for those stages. I deeply love the recent improvement in digital models of analog saturation. Besides fancy math (P42 Climax, Softube stuff) i also really love Acustica’s recent saturation plugins (their tech is based on convolution). It really sounds like we’re finally getting proper analog-style saturation in the box. And i’m stoked.

[@ringoman08]

Man i hate waiting for your videos! Seriously enjoying every sec while learning. 🙏🏼

[@JulienFade]

Bro, insane! First time hearing this and I'm 6+ years into producing. Changed everything.

[@exist0142]

awesome stuff! that missing fundamental phenomenon is just mindblowing! O_O

[@TheFactoryOfMusic]

good stuff! underrated channel, you 100% deserve waaaay more traffic

[@digitalords]

Awesome! I was always a bit confused when using eq on my distortion bus bc the lows sound so good

[@jacobendersby7252]

This was the most informative video on saturation I've ever watched! Definitely subscribing to your content.

[@ChaceBonanno]

I literally use no saturation or distortion plugins and try to use transparent plugins because Ik they’re easy to misuse but these couple videos finally gives me the knowledge and confidence to experiment with them

[@FleshgodImmolation]

As a physicist diving into music production I absolutely love this saturation series. Would love to see new content! :)

[@somethingsomething3248]

Holy crap man! This a such a detailed and complete look at what saturation actually is and what it's actually doing. I've been watching a lot of videos on saturation recently and I've definitely been understanding the fundamentals of how to use it and in what contexts, but this video truly opened my eyes to the depth of what is really going on. Thanks for taking the time to make this and for pulling back the curtain for us newbies!

[@SimonAudiosuite]

Amazing video! Looking forward to the next one

[@LoserDub]

What a dreamboat 😅 this is awesome and easy to understand. Thanks dude

[@BenCaesar]

Dude this was an amazing video!!! I learnt the hard way about keeping sub/low frequencies clean. Had to score a live show and keeping the low end clean actually gave it more presence and impact. Kind of counter intuitive especially for modern producers who have to distort in order for a mix to cut through on mobile devices.

[@birthdaydog1244]

dude!! you’re literally the most in detail teacher ive ever found on youtube or anywhere else you really do a great job at creating a really cohesive lesson with chapters broken up in a way to help people better understand ive been learning from tons of people for years just observing and putting things into practice but ive always been looking for someone who breaks down more of the science of waveforms and harmonics not many go this deep and its extremely needed. ill be keeping up with your channel. rock on and thank you

[@thomasjeffery]

I like how you went over EQ emphasis and de-emphasis towards the end. One of my favorite tricks in mixing.

[@morgan_lane_music]

I just stumbled across your channel and I honestly can't get enough. PLEASE make more of these videos! A video on compression would be dope!

[@AlxndrJG]

this video blew my mind back to back! Im studying Sound Design at college. Been taught all the pieces to the puzzle but your video really helped putting the pieces together! Thx! Heading straight to the lab

[@QuabmasM]

Simpler way to say all of this: saturation plugins have a threshold & the more dynamic louder frequencies in a signal are whats hitting the threshold first thus distorting first & more than the other frequencies as they come in later as you continue to raise the signal into the threshold. The interesting & mystical part of all this is how doing this adds harmonics & thus adds harmonic volume w/o raising the dynamic volume.

[@dox1755]

Its been a minute, glad you back man !

[@dox1755]

@@sseb_music Lets go !

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Been waiting for this one

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Your videos are simply amazing... It's sad that you didn't make more! I love the way you explain, and the depth that you go - it's just the right amount!

[@MusicByKanak]

Mans returned

[@MusicByKanak]

@@sseb_music types of synthesis. Fm am granular wavetable etc anytime soon??

[@MusicByKanak]

@@sseb_music sure man! All the best and keep it up ♥️

[@francismcfadden3305]

"Normally you wouldn't drive the sound this hard." Me, who mixes mostly metal: "But this one goes to 11"

[@HeathenwoodOfficial]

As a Hard Rock/ Heavy Metal producer, I find this video tremendously helpful. My coming mixes are gonna be way better!

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this is brilliant. great blend of technical & functional teaching

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Yes hes back! Been looking forward to your return

[@giantessmaria]

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[@TheTeacherMusic]

The ways you just described making peaks before distortion is the exact way we make kicks in the harderstyles (hardstyle, raw hardstyle, hardcore, uptempo hardcore, etc) Make a peak for the punch and a peak for the sub bass, distort and repeat until you have a ear drum blasting kick

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This channel is PURE GOLD!

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Just in love with this math heavy and thorough videos!! Please release moore

[@lowlink534]

EQ is EVERYTHING. The reason we can tell a hihat from a kick or a snare is mostly harmonic content, their stamp on the spectrum (of course duration of the sounds and how their harmonics decay is also key, but it's just the same thing, but over time)

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[@samchoate1719]

what you did with that DI guitar was absolute madness dude. That was very impressed. This video ties in nicely with the Jim Lill video on guitar amps too!

[@racman9964]

Man, you are a gem for those who want to understand the fundamentals of sound theory! Amazing stuff. Hope you are doing well

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Amazing stuff, keep it coming! We need the next video!!!

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Genuinely one of the most useful mixing tips I’ve ever received.

[@mysterytheproducer6583]

All the videos I've seen from you have been the most informative and scientific approach to production/mixing/mastering!

[@Sthorm]

thank you so much for this video, holy sh!t this is so useful, you are truly amazing. keep up the good work!

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yeah this channel will blow up soon

[@matttinklermusic]

Back and slaying it yet again! The amount of effort you put into these videos is amazing dude, can’t wait for the next one! 🙌

[@deaftra]

Very good and deep information about distortion/saturation, thanks Sseb !

[@Brendude8]

I can't believe I just watched this for free

[@arunkarthikma3121]

Yeah, I just received a whole physics lesson. This was brilliant.

[@thimothorin]

Dude you deserve a Billion subscriptions or at least much much more. I am an overthinking person and I can't trust my ears without knowing what's going on and your videos cleared up everything...

[@niallocarroll3286]

Great to see audio advice that is solidly grounded in acoustics. 😊

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Hell yeah, he's back 😁

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Like once again! You are digging deep and deeper than many! I thank you for that since I have not had many of these theory-based-schience-based educational explanations ;) Respect!

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[@johndunn7733]

Hell yeah sseb!! Thanks for another great vid my dude!!

[@kush9308]

Absolutely Binging the channel

[@briancase6180]

Very good video, very helpful. It's amazing what a little EQ before a saturation can do. And this maybe explains why engineers really preferred analog EQ (and analog everything) in, especially, the early days of digital audio. Of course, many engineers still prefer analog everything.... I've discovered just by trial and error that multiple stages of saturation seems to work "better" in most situations; now I have a good way of understanding why that might be. Choosing the best combination of saturation types is still ad hoc for me though.

[@amrit8003]

Aye we missed you man! Great video! Tons of Knowledge!

[@sseb_music]

Heya! Thank you so much brother

[@NACHECHAN]

Amazing mate, keep up the great content!

[@capnzilog]

Peak technical distortion content. Bravo.

[@hernandoando]

Happy to discover your channel man, please continue like this!

[@hashi6160]

when you've liked the video before it even started but want to like it again after you've watched it

[@mimisaiko]

Your Saturation trilogy is incredible. Thanks for sharing all this. One topic I would love to see more is about Reverb.

[@garrettwolf2414]

Absolutely love the detail in which you talk about this. I genuinely feel this will help my sound processing. Can you do one about FM??

[@rhcp0101]

Awesome video, but I wanna add that the song you used in the example and that plays in the outro is a straight banger and I really hope you’ll be releasing it soon. Big ups!

[@madlopherliy]

Just combined a new distortion trick for my vocals with this concept thanks 🎉❤

[@OdoSendaidokai]

Again a phenomenal tutorial!And perfect timed. Thank you 🌻

[@fex2626]

Saved my flat beats. More content. Very good teacher and graphics. You are also setting new standards for teaching.