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    How To Make Money As A Sample Based Producer

    What’s up everyone? ‘Tool back with another post. These days as a producer, having multiple streams of income is a must. I won’t hold you too long, so let’s get right to it.
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    Drum Buss Compression The Easy Way

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    What’s going on everyone? ‘Tool back with another post. Compression is one of the most often misunderstood and overused effects when it comes to mixing. We’ll break down simple steps to make sure your settings are dialed in correctly.
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    The Ultimate Vocal Chain

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    What’s going on everyone? ‘Tool back with another post. What’s a vocal chain someone may ask? What’s the best order? Is there a one size fits all? These questions have been going around for years and they’ll probably never stop. We’ll answer some of those questions as we take a look into my general approach to mixing vocals. Get your pen and pad ready!
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    Back To The Basics Of Mixing

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    What’s going on everyone? ‘Tool back with another post. Too often we have an overloaded mindset of having/wanting to do too much when it comes to mixing. Almost every plugin we own has to be used, which isn’t necessary. Tracks that don’t have to be prevalent are now dominant because the producer sent 16 tracks of paper clip drumming. Most times it’s best to keep it simple. I want to break down my minimalist mixing approach. Let’s get back to the basics.
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    Reasons To Reason

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    The newly renamed Reason Studios [formally Propellerheads] is the software company behind Reason. I’ve been using this DAW for production since 2007. There’s been a lot of highs and plenty of lows throughout the years, but I can honestly say the bulk of it has been great. We’ll talk about what I like, don't like and what I feel can be improved to take Reason to another level.
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    The Last EQ You’ll Ever Need

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    When it comes to plugins, EQ is one of my favorites. It’s a must have for every mix I do. Over the years I have collected more than a few EQ plugins from various companies. Total EQ from Hornet Plugins is now at the top of the list. I’m a huge advocate for Hornet and their latest offering hasn’t disappointed me.

    Total EQ ships in the formats we’re all familiar with [Audio Units, VST & AAX] so more than likely it will run in your DAW.