I transpose my 808 up an octave in piano roll then back down when the notes are correct
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
👍 that works too!
@marcus1993ization4 жыл бұрын
Exactly what i do to check pitch 🙌
@charoproduction59564 жыл бұрын
exacly
@apshinn4 жыл бұрын
The thing that has helped me most with low end monitoring so far has been installing Sonarworks Reference 4. I used to mix with a major null in my low end but this fixed everything for me and now I’m a lot more confident with how I mix low end. For sub bass, one thing that always bothered me was getting consistent volumes from each note without over compressing. You can either draw in different note volumes or use a tool like Waves Bass Rider and just mess with the settings until the notes feel right. Assigning sounds to a “choke group” often gets overlooked or making sure the most often triggered sound is the only one still playing. Also, adding sub harmonics with a tool like VOG or RBass can really beef up a sound that needs more credibility.
@boogiejonz4 жыл бұрын
Another trick I use is to put a high pass filter (-18 dB/Oct) on the 808 and dial it up until I can't hear anything, THEN, flip it to a low pass filter and tweak to taste from there. This gets the low end out of the way of everything else.
@darkcharmrecords4 жыл бұрын
That's dope i gotta try that
@darkcharmrecords4 жыл бұрын
I just tried it ..... DAMN.. thank you soo much brother... that works 100%🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
@mrnelsonius56314 жыл бұрын
Sounds silly but car stereo testing for low end can be really helpful (if you have access to a car from the last decade with decent stock speakers). They tend to do some weird bumping of low but not super low frequencies to compensate for the loudness of driving. Mixes tend to fall apart in the car test. But it will really reveal any muddy parts of your mix.
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! One of the best mix references 👍
@austinbain49322 жыл бұрын
I’ve been trying to mix & master my 1st song, on my monitors & sub it sounds great ! When I test In the car the sub is crazy loud and muddy. Do I just dial back the volume or don’t use the compressor on the sub channel ? I want to release my track but want the low end to sound good 👍
@mrnelsonius56312 жыл бұрын
@@austinbain4932 I’d say, rely on your monitors more. It’s never worth mixing *just* for car speakers. But if your bass frequencies are way louder in the car than they are in a comparable reference mix then something is going on somewhere. Early on in mixing I found it hard to differentiate between low mids in a bass part and the actual sub frequencies because of a psychoacoustic effect involving harmonics. Check out Dan Worall’s recent video on mixing bass (think he did it for Fabfilter) here on KZbin for more on this. Mixing low end is just one of those things that takes lots of experience and having a good room/monitors that you know really well. It’s the one area I rely on metering as much as my ears still
@KathrynJeanetteMusic3 жыл бұрын
I'm down with everything you're saying. Wish me luck with the new knowledge you shared!!
@SeanDivine3 жыл бұрын
Good luck, you got this 🙌
@andrewlinn66644 жыл бұрын
HD650 open back headphones were a game changer, totally agree.
@MichelCiresMusic4 жыл бұрын
I always learn with every video. Thanks!
@stamecec20034 жыл бұрын
THE SAMPLES ,, HHMMM !!!!___ THANKS MAN ONCE AGAIN MAN
@istormiweather4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video!
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
sure thing!
@Austin-vo2gh2 жыл бұрын
Dude what kick is that ! Sounds sick
@MO-fb8oh4 жыл бұрын
Your tutorials are by far the best! You have a great gift of teaching in a very easy digestible way 🙌 (and I am not a native speaker)
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Great to hear that 😊
@drumxbeatz68044 жыл бұрын
If i don't get a video from you for 3days i feel like I'm doing all wrong Thank You Sean 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@brandonwatkins9003 Жыл бұрын
This is great tutorial on bass. The other tip I was given for sub bass mixing is use an oscilloscope to see phase balance.
@SeanDivine Жыл бұрын
Good tip!
@RiversideProductionz4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Sean 😎
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
No problem 👍
@TomerChentckingofficial4 жыл бұрын
thank u!!! great video!! learned from you a lot!
@Ryzasu4 жыл бұрын
This is super helpful, very straight to the point and insightful. Thanks!
@jacobregan58484 жыл бұрын
Or you can adjust the attack on your kick instead of side chaining to make a little room for the kick imitating the same function as side chaining
@bricksanchez90164 жыл бұрын
Could you make a video about how to use R-Bass and MaxxBass on an 808? Every time I try to use R-Bass, it fucks up my entire mix
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
I’ve found if you have a good sample, it’s about setting the frequency correctly and using it sparingly... I’ll see what I can do for a tutorial!
@arziva16152 жыл бұрын
where to get the kick in this tutorial you using ? 1:06 :)
@frannie_el4 жыл бұрын
Great pointers, you are awesome!
@femifakoya76834 жыл бұрын
Thanks much, Sean.
@jaunti4 жыл бұрын
That's a nice, smooth beat, Sean! After listening to it, it just made me hop back into my studio again 😂
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
thanks Jaunti! glad it inspired 😁
@jaunti4 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine anytime, keep those videos coming! Stay blessed!
@johnnynarcotics72994 жыл бұрын
Hey Sean. Surely a dynamic eq such as the Waves f6 would be a more desirable side chaining method. Perhaps a tutorial on this in the future?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
Given that the 808 / sub bass here didn’t have much happening above 200hz, standard sidechaining will do :) that said, noted and yes, ideal... f6 is one of my favorite dynamic sidechain tools
@Skrenja3 жыл бұрын
I know all of this advice like the back of my hand, been producing for over 10 years and still can never get my kicks and bass right.
@SeanDivine3 жыл бұрын
takes time... I feel like I still learn something new about mixing low end every session :)
@tonyedison97494 жыл бұрын
U something like a beat doctor 👨⚕️👀😂😂💪🏽💪🏽💯 I have learned a lot from u since I started watching ur videos .. very helpful and I appreciate it .. thanks
@GivachiStudio4 жыл бұрын
Great vid bro 🙌🔥
@SupernovaSun774 жыл бұрын
Your meters are so high bro. I’ve always wondered why that was. if people scream about gain staging. So I left the vid to make a quick beat and I mean quick. 10 Min. Took loops and just started mixing. Recorded a dumb verse and peaked at -3 I think. And just stared mixing. Forgot about gain staging and bro. My best mix I’ve ever made. Why is that? Listen even my output was at like what -1 and I added tape then NLS and other mastering stuff and my mix is so outstanding it’s beyond me. Wow just wow.
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you were mixing with your ears, not your eyes 👍 gain staging is important at times... it can also easily start overshadow your mixing creativity / intuition. Be aware of it, don't be reckless with levels but most importantly do what sounds best. This is music, after all 😁
@SupernovaSun774 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine yes I definitely was. I have been grabbing plugins and closing my eyes and doing it like that. Man it’s tough but more efficient. I’ve always looked and was like I see the analyzer lower that bump that. Nope all wrong. Damn it bro. I really would like to thank you for all your help. I think I’m ready to take a real course for mixing now. There’s so much to learn and I think after all these years I can make something that sounds amazing after this vid oddly enough. Smh. But I might have to jump on your site and take a look. Thanks for everything man for real! 💪🏽
@crxzycraine4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man🔥🔥🔥
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
no problem 🙏
@SoniqSounds4 жыл бұрын
That is why you should know the 808 root key and then play them accordingly!
@macsoloo4 жыл бұрын
crispy! (great job )
@papa_da_engineer4 жыл бұрын
Solid video Sean! Thank you 💎💎
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
thanks Adam! 🙌
@papa_da_engineer4 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine no problem, you always drop gems 💎✌👊
@jordy11073 жыл бұрын
great video, I noticed that you have a plugin called studio rack on a lot of your tracks. could you talk a little bit about that?
@SeanDivine3 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2LYc35tg99sd68
@vycsh Жыл бұрын
How to mix, 808s sub bass and pad??
@riktascale44 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@johnbennett85114 ай бұрын
Hi Sean I also commented on one of your other videos the problem that I am having with mixing is all my mixes sound mono even when I export them as a stereo mix I don't know if I have something set up wrong for my interface is not hooked up correctly for a stereo mix I am working out of Cubase elements 13 and FL Studio 21 let me know what you think thanks again big fan of yours!
@AchelousAce4 жыл бұрын
there's a beat starts at min @4:20 while your talking .. what is it ? where can i find it ?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqa7k2pvfJt6aKM
@shevronful4 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro, super useful info,btw I just used this beat to light My joint since it’s so fire 🔥
@Mumbojumbo203 жыл бұрын
Has anyone tries sub pac for low end mixing?
@SeanDivine3 жыл бұрын
I haven't and curious also...
@thelateraledge4 жыл бұрын
As much as listening helps, also try and not listen, if that makes sense, but rather feel how the two elements are interacting. (Yes I know, I'm going out there and you're probably imagining me as a hippie telling you to "Just feel the music maaaaaaan!" but just stay with me) This is a hard thing to explain to someone who hasn't acquired this skill yet. But you are in luck as tutorial perfectly illustrates this "feeling and not listening to the music skill" and this video also shows why this is such an important skill to have. Sean couldn't hear that the bass note was wrong because it was too low to be audible but he could feel that something was not quite right. So remember not to ignore these feelings. From time to time, stop what you are doing, clear your mind and just focus on the feeling of each element and how they interact. This is not just a one time learning skill either, you can keep improving your senses by practicing focusing on feeling rather than listening. Learning this skill has huge benefits to your production skills and should not be underestimated in my opinion, especially when it comes to making subtle adjustments and being able to separate and evaluate each change in your own mind. It took me a long time to figure out this skill for myself and how important it is but hopefully this will make sense to some and maybe open up some doors for people. So remember people "Just feel the music maaaaaaan!" ☮️☮️☮️
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
😊👍
@spearsc493 жыл бұрын
that beat is nice bro
@SeanDivine3 жыл бұрын
thanks Chris
@aleyummusic3 жыл бұрын
What's the name of the tune in the background?
@SeanDivine3 жыл бұрын
it's my song called off the wall :)
@paulnelsonbeats4 жыл бұрын
Should I always sidechain my kick and synth bass even though the bass may not be so "subby"?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
Nope! Only if you feel like they’re clashing!
@wavtunemusic4 жыл бұрын
Some 808 samples are out of tune. Most samplers have a built fine tune adjustment. You can use a guitar tuner plug-in after your sampler plug-in to see how how flat or sharp your 808 actually is....💧
@henriqueslionel50644 жыл бұрын
Hi Sean I'm a fan of your channel, great video as always. Could you make a review of the new Tokyo Dawn Labs "Molot GE" compressor? Thanks
@izkray4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this man! I was curious why your kick was in stereo and not mono?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
the sample has no stereo content to it, so it's playing back mono... I typically leave the channel in stereo as I sometimes layer kicks with percussive elements that may have a bit of width. if you want to be on the safe side, I'd suggest folding everything below 120hz or so for the kick into mono so you have more flexibility
@izkray4 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine thank you for the response! I figured there was a reason and I was genuinely curious. Appreciate that!
@vancenichols94904 жыл бұрын
I dig this video, bro! You ever used Trackspacer for more dynamic frequency sidechaining of 808 BD with 808 sub bass? I would love to see a video where you share your thoughts and experience of such. Thanks!!!
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
I have not! I typically use F6 for dynamic sc... will have to check it out tho :)
@abtruce14 жыл бұрын
Whats good Sean, great video helped alot with shaping my perspective differently about mixing bass. If a person doesn't have the budget for big monitors or quality headphones, Is there a way to hear the Lower range frequencies and still mix accurately?
@abtruce14 жыл бұрын
I went back and I found one of your older videos that helped “Mixing low end like a pro(Better Bass)
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that!
@LoyteKing2 жыл бұрын
Dude turn on download feature on your videos!
@moritzburow53014 жыл бұрын
Heyy Sean... what Do you think about the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 pro or the 1770 pro for mixing ?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
have not tried them
@moritzburow53014 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine ok thank you
@JnoTe7074 жыл бұрын
Always helpful. Thank you bro. I was told that you should take out anything below 20hz on kicks and 808s. What is your thought on that?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
not a bad idea, just depends on how much is going on down there! you're likely not going to hear it but it can take up space in the mix. Just be careful about how you rolloff... depending on the slope, even at 20hz you could be cutting higher frequencies unintentionally
@user-gz6fx4bf9b4 жыл бұрын
Hey bro, we need english subtitles(auto). Why is there no english subtitles(auto) in your videos? You should add, please
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
KZbin doesn't always auto-generate them :/ and they're usually not accurate... I've added them manually :)
@user-gz6fx4bf9b4 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine OMG. Thank you:) If it is possible, just add it automatically on your new videos. Because my English is not good. That way I can follow the text :) It doesn't matter if they're wrong.
@The_Cyber_King3 жыл бұрын
💯
@azhazh38053 жыл бұрын
Sean, question: How long in a row do you often mix before you're ears get tired and you stop the work. And how long do you aprox do with a mix before you release it?
@SeanDivine3 жыл бұрын
I can usually mix for the majority of a day in the studio… I take frequent breaks (about 10 minutes every hour) and I mix at very low volumes about 95% of the time. That said, some days I might just be feeling the fatigue more than others and I will just step away and come back to it the next day!
@JMAX24 жыл бұрын
Thats a dope shirt
@elitefitness65394 жыл бұрын
Hey Sean I really love your videos I’ve been subscribed for like 2 years now. I have a huge huge question to ask you. Sonically speaking I’ve been trying to get my vocals to sound like a artist named “NBA Youngboy” but don’t matter what I do I just can’t seem to achieve the sound I’m looking for. Can you please do a tutorial on the best way to achieve that vocal sound sonically speaking? It would be so much appreciated and keep up the good work🙏🏾
@normthomas98774 жыл бұрын
Sean, are you running both side chains at the same time?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
Yep! Both using the same kick as the sc trigger
@normthomas98774 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine Good looking out! Makes sense now..
@jaredhorst39133 жыл бұрын
dude you never miss! everytime I see your name I click on the video cuz I know it's gonna be a great informative video
@OZIKTV4 жыл бұрын
Hi Sean, where can I get those samples which you used in this tutorial ? I mean this 808 - PMLB_808_08_E.wav and Kick P Kick_0001.wav 😁
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
I'm fairly certain these were from splice :)
@raphealhamato77674 жыл бұрын
Dude can you do a beat making video from scratch im trying to learn how to make professional hip hop and rnb beats
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/e16VmoCLfM6Ja6M
@raphealhamato77674 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine Man i passed by that vid and just thought you were doing a run down of lpx 10.5 lol but that beat nice, appreciate it
@bboymac844 жыл бұрын
Try fading the 808 manually before the kick instead of sidechaining. See what happens...
@JEtienneMusic4 жыл бұрын
Sean, this was tremendous, thanks Bro! Question: Did you ever become overwhelmed wearing all the hats in music? You're a songwriter, artist/performer, producer and engineer. I get the ease now knowing how to do all the jobs and how you want your songs to sound like. But I am not solid on the engineering side though I've been steady working at it for years and when I rap over beats I made then have to mix and try to master I am fatigued with the song and frustrated with my inability to make it all sound good.
@bgallagrr4 жыл бұрын
Bro! Only a producer and trying to engineer and I feeel you on this. But I keep pushing.
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
appreciate it Joseph! and yes, completely understand the feeling, it's very involving. It helps to work on material very gradually and in stages... don't be afraid to collaborate and ask for help so you can stay focused... even if it's just asking another engineer you trust for feedback!
@stamecec20034 жыл бұрын
I DONT HAVE PROFESSIONAL EQUIPAMENT LIKE YOU BRO ONE DAY KKKKKKKKKKKKKK
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
you don't need anything except a daw and some headphones... start now, don't wait to create :)
@timothyforry22224 жыл бұрын
The moment you realize you every rap beat you've made is trash. Thanks for this video sean can't wait to apply these elements
@elishapraveen96344 жыл бұрын
❤
@GregJohnTheHedstokBand3 жыл бұрын
The super Sean
@dinjingle78094 жыл бұрын
Waves commercial?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
No and not a sponsored video. It’s just what I used :)
@crxzycraine4 жыл бұрын
Check my beats 🤕 do they suck
@stamecec20034 жыл бұрын
PROBABLI THAT WHY MY Kicks, 808s and Sub Bass Suck ARE SUCK BRO !""!"
@skriptico Жыл бұрын
belle fiche i tua :P
@Snugglebeee4 жыл бұрын
I’m a huge fan of Side chain kick and bass. But I think it’s interesting that probably the top mixer in hip hop in the last few years (Alex Tumay) NEVER side chains and he is famous for the biggest sounding 808s...
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
No right or wrong way to achieve a great mix! Whatever sounds best to you 👍
@Snugglebeee4 жыл бұрын
@@SeanDivine yeah whatever gets you to your goal. I always side chain. Not sure how he does it without sidechaining.
@furiusity4 жыл бұрын
I don't hear your sub on mobile 🔊
@haidar62804 жыл бұрын
First! Edit: Second!
@frostedhead Жыл бұрын
Human ears can only hear from 60hz - 20khz you have too much Khz on the highs.
@ofirgaash4 жыл бұрын
This note is CLEARLY C# and not an A. Use your ears, check yourself.
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
good ear! not to confuse - the sample is an E that wasn't retuned, so the notes as played in the piano roll are different
@Aexitprod4 жыл бұрын
Who the fuck cant get their 808 on the right key lol
@KiLLJOY10567 ай бұрын
Most of them suck because they all use the same sample/free lazy plugin and do nothing to it. If youre not making your own 808 from scratch with a synth style machine/plugin, your 808s suck.
@dmt28644 жыл бұрын
Your sub-bass is at C#, not A... Maybe learn music theory before attempting teaching?
@SeanDivine4 жыл бұрын
The sample is an E (not retuned), so the piano roll is off 😜