#105: Mastering Macro Dynamics with Upward Compression and a Personal Travelogue
09/12/23 • 21 min
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Ever scratched your head trying to figure out what upward compression is all about? Or maybe you're stuck in the macrodynamics vs. microdynamics maze? Then check out EP 105 of the Inside The Mix podcast.
Ready to unlock the secret to mastering a song with upward compression? In this episode, you'll get an in-depth understanding of how to control macro dynamics in song mastering, and you'll walk away with new skills that will level up your music production game. I, your host Mark Matthews, will guide you through the essentials: setting attack and release times, adjusting thresholds, and making up for gain reduction. We'll tackle how to adjust output gain to get the perfect loudness levels and use a 60dB slope at 80Hz to prevent the compressor from being triggered by low-end information.
But it's not all technical talk! I'll also let you in on some personal escapades. Hear all about my week-long holiday in Devon, the latest additions to my growing movie poster collection, and an incredible memorabilia shop I stumbled upon in Barnstable. And don't forget to grab my five essential free mastering plugin guide at synthmusicmastering.com. Make sure to drop your comments on YouTube and follow us on Instagram for more exciting updates. Whether you're a seasoned music pro or just finding your rhythm, this episode has something for everyone!
Click here to access the Tempo BPM to Millisecond calculator: https://tuneform.com/tools/time-tempo-bpm-to-milliseconds-ms
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Ever scratched your head trying to figure out what upward compression is all about? Or maybe you're stuck in the macrodynamics vs. microdynamics maze? Then check out EP 105 of the Inside The Mix podcast.
Ready to unlock the secret to mastering a song with upward compression? In this episode, you'll get an in-depth understanding of how to control macro dynamics in song mastering, and you'll walk away with new skills that will level up your music production game. I, your host Mark Matthews, will guide you through the essentials: setting attack and release times, adjusting thresholds, and making up for gain reduction. We'll tackle how to adjust output gain to get the perfect loudness levels and use a 60dB slope at 80Hz to prevent the compressor from being triggered by low-end information.
But it's not all technical talk! I'll also let you in on some personal escapades. Hear all about my week-long holiday in Devon, the latest additions to my growing movie poster collection, and an incredible memorabilia shop I stumbled upon in Barnstable. And don't forget to grab my five essential free mastering plugin guide at synthmusicmastering.com. Make sure to drop your comments on YouTube and follow us on Instagram for more exciting updates. Whether you're a seasoned music pro or just finding your rhythm, this episode has something for everyone!
Click here to access the Tempo BPM to Millisecond calculator: https://tuneform.com/tools/time-tempo-bpm-to-milliseconds-ms
✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸Download the 5 Essential Free Mastering Plugins guide and immediately take your music mastering to lofty new heights. Download for free at: https://www.synthmusicmastering.com/free
Book your FREE 20 Minute Discovery Call
Follow Marc Matthews' Socials:
Instagram | YouTube | Synth Music Mastering
Thanks for listening!!
Previous Episode
#104: Mastering the Macro: Dynamic Range in Music Production Explored
If you are curious about what "dynamic range" means in the audio world? Wondering what's the difference between macrodynamics and microdynamics? Then check out EP 104 of the Inside The Mix podcast.
Ever wondered about the importance of sound dynamics in music production? Brace yourselves, as we dissect the core concept of dynamic range, the critical difference between the loudest and softest passages in your soundtrack. We sift through the notions of micro and macro dynamics and reveal how a subtle tweak in macro dynamics through gain riding and clip gain can transform your music into a masterpiece. We pull back the curtain on the four types of dynamic compression - upward compression, downward compression, upward expansion, and downward expansion. You'll also get a hands-on demonstration on mastering the art of macro dynamics in a DAW like Reaper.
As we move forward, we get our hands dirty with clip gain, a powerful tool to manipulate macro dynamics. We shed light on Reaper's unique staircase approach that cleverly makes volume changes almost imperceptible to your listeners. We not only revisit the four types of compression but also offer an exciting preview of our forthcoming episode 105, where we unveil the secrets of using upward compression to control macro dynamics. Whether you're a seasoned sound engineer or a budding music producer, this podcast episode is brimming with rich insights and actionable tips to help you conquer the world of sound dynamics. So, strap in for a thrilling journey into the heart of music production as we navigate the fascinating universe of sound dynamics!
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Book your FREE 20 Minute Discovery Call
Follow Marc Matthews' Socials:
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Next Episode
#106: Exploring Retro Wave Synth Pop and Vocal Production Techniques (PRODUCER KICKSTART: RogueFX)
If you are looking for mixing tips on topics like *How do you mix vocals? *How do you process vocals step by step? Then check out EP 106 of the Inside The Mix podcast where I do a Producer Kickstart Music Production Audit of Andrew Wood AKA Rogue FX.
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Prepare to be whisked away into the vibrant, pulsating world of retro wave synth pop. I sit down for an enlightening chat with my pal, Andrew Wood, who you might know better as RogueFX. We dive deep into his inspirations rooted in the swirling soundscape of the 80s and early 90s, and get an exclusive peek into his thrilling new concept EP 'The Fifth Step'. This musical journey is set in a dystopian future plagued by pandemics where memories have been turned into 'mind trips' by shady organizations. Sound fascinating? Well, there's plenty more where that came from!
Next, we switch gears and venture into the technical terrain of vocal production. Ever wondered how to give your vocals that extra oomph? We'll lay out the significance of preamps and emulations, and reveal how something as simple as a doubler plugin can add a whole new dimension to your sound. And if you’re looking to turn up the heat, you will want to hear about the Black Box saturation plugin and the innovative opportunities that iPad Pro’s QBS offers.
Finally, we delve into the art of vocal mixing techniques and effects. We help you navigate through equalizers, reverbs, delays, de-essers, compression, and gain-clipping. But it's not all about the tech, as we also reflect on the importance of not over-processing vocals and strategic use of multiple compressors for varied levels of compression. So pull up a chair, plug in those headphones, and prepare for a deep-dive into the world of music production. After all, you might just stumble upon your next big musical idea.
Click here, to listen to Rogue FX: https://roguefx.bandcamp.com/
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Music Production and Mixing Tips for Music Producers and Artists | Inside The Mix - #105: Mastering Macro Dynamics with Upward Compression and a Personal Travelogue
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Hi inside the mix podcast fans . It's Robson Darker , solo artist and lead singer from Electric Skin . I have a new single called Run Run , Run , Stay Awake with the Berlin-based producer Ralfi Gray , out now in the Electrifying Space remix by Krispy . You can find it on Spotify , iTunes , Deezer , SoundCloud , Bandcamp and YouTube . If you are listening to the Inside the Mix podcast
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