The Mix Consultancy Blog

Welcome to The Mix Consultancy blog, an amazing resource set up to help everyone who wants to get better at mixing music.

You'll have access to our articles on mixing techniques, engineering tips, studio gear insights, mix specifics, production advice, mixing project management, engineer psychology and much more..

You can refer to them whenever you like. And they will always be free to read. Forever.

(By the way, many of these are links to articles that Dom from The Mix Consultancy has written for the Pro-Tools Expert blog, in case you’re wondering why the link takes you there.)

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(Podcast) Recording And Mixing Q&A
(Podcast) Recording And Mixing Q&A
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Teaboy To Grammy Winner In 4 Steps
Teaboy To Grammy Winner In 4 Steps
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5 Mix Prep Tips For Easy Mixing
5 Mix Prep Tips For Easy Mixing
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How Do You Learn Critical Listening?
How Do You Learn Critical Listening?
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Why Niche Matters In Music Production
Why Niche Matters In Music Production
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How Do You Develop Your Own Sound In Music Production?
How Do You Develop Your Own Sound In Music Production?
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(Podcast) Should You ‘Carve EQ’?
(Podcast) Should You ‘Carve EQ’?
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(Podcast) Principles in Career Success in Audio
(Podcast) Principles in Career Success in Audio
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Why Do Pre-production? (And what is it?)
Why Do Pre-production? (And what is it?)
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How To Get The Analogue Console Experience In Your DAW
How To Get The Analogue Console Experience In Your DAW
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6 Books Every Music Producer Should Read
6 Books Every Music Producer Should Read
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What is ‘Ear Fatigue’?
What is ‘Ear Fatigue’?
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5 Tips For Boosting Creativity in the Studio
5 Tips For Boosting Creativity in the Studio
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What Is Mixing?
What Is Mixing?
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How Do You Choose Which Plug-in To Use?
How Do You Choose Which Plug-in To Use?
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How To Get A Perfect Mix Every Time
How To Get A Perfect Mix Every Time
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How To Develop Confidence While Mixing
How To Develop Confidence While Mixing
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5 Tips for Managing a Recording Project
5 Tips for Managing a Recording Project
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5 Tips for Managing a Mix Project
5 Tips for Managing a Mix Project
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Are Modular Synths Useful For Mix Engineers?
Are Modular Synths Useful For Mix Engineers?

I realise I could be accused of a certain amount of self-justification in this article, but they really are a useful tool for mix engineers.

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What Equipment Do You Need To Start A Home Studio? (Pt.2)

What ELSE do you REALLY need to get started?

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What Equipment Do You Need To Start A Home Studio? (Pt.1)
What Equipment Do You Need To Start A Home Studio? (Pt.1)

What do you REALLY need to get started?

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The Four (and a half) Jobs In Any Recording Studio
The Four (and a half) Jobs In Any Recording Studio

A simple guide to the roles you find in a traditional studio set-up.

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How To Get Ahead In The Studio Business
How To Get Ahead In The Studio Business

A few simple strategies for success in the world of producers, engineers and assistant engineers.

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How To Make A Professional Record From Your Bedroom
How To Make A Professional Record From Your Bedroom

Whether your budget is tight or a global pandemic has kept you indoors, you still need to make great sounding music. Here's how.

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How To Buy Speakers
How To Buy Speakers

One question I get asked more than any other is "what speakers should I buy?" Here's the proper answer.

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Compression – Part 5 – Getting Personal
Compression – Part 5 – Getting Personal
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Compression – Part 4 – Styles Of Compressor
Compression – Part 4 – Styles Of Compressor

Find out about the four designs of analogue compressor.

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Compression – Part 3 – Alternative Uses
Compression – Part 3 – Alternative Uses

Get advice on less conventional uses for compressors.

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Compression – Part 2 – Controls
Compression – Part 2 – Controls

Learn compressor controls, and how they shape your sound.

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