Tips, Tricks & Talk Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:38:22 +0000 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:38:22 +0000 RedBanned.com https://redbanned.com/forums/tips-tricks-talk.64/ Sun, 26 Nov 2023 05:49:16 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/vertas-race.1736/ https://redbanned.com/threads/vertas-race.1736/ invalid@example.com (Matthias Calis) Matthias Calis
My thinking was that Adachi should be able to do this. Adachi by itself is almost too clean however, and still a pain to line up the viola against the cello. It sounded better when I put CSS back in because that added a blurriness I was otherwise missing....

Verta's Race]]> 14 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 01:51:29 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/basics-in-mixing-mastering.1777/ https://redbanned.com/threads/basics-in-mixing-mastering.1777/ invalid@example.com (Michael Lückgen) Michael Lückgen
I am using Spitfires BBCSO pro with just the tree mics, which sounds fine already, but probably there is room for improvements. I use BBCSO in Note Performer with it's new Playback engine and have no idea which settings to choose. Has anyone played around with it already and knows how to get more polished sounds out of it?
Or is this not a good idea and I should do mixing...

Basics in Mixing & Mastering]]> 4 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 13:55:01 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/precedence-breeze-alternatives.1682/ https://redbanned.com/threads/precedence-breeze-alternatives.1682/ invalid@example.com (Josh Fleming) Josh Fleming 3 Thu, 30 Jul 2020 00:03:45 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/phantom-menace-droid-invasion-mixing-feedback.955/ https://redbanned.com/threads/phantom-menace-droid-invasion-mixing-feedback.955/ invalid@example.com (Matthias Calis) Matthias Calis
Can I lend your ears for a moment? I've set out to improve my mixing skills and mocked up 4 bars from the Droid Invasion cue from Star Wars the Phantom Menace. Below I've listed 3 different mixes, all of these are "in the box". Which one of these is the most aesthetically pleasing to your ears? Is there anything in any of these mixes that you feel needs to be fixed?

Mix 1:


Mix 2:...

Phantom Menace Droid Invasion Mixing Feedback]]> 16 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 00:45:48 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/mixing-orchestra-reverbs-eqs-and-other-tricks.32/ https://redbanned.com/threads/mixing-orchestra-reverbs-eqs-and-other-tricks.32/ invalid@example.com (Patryk Scelina) Patryk Scelina I'm currently at the point of painful experimentation process with mixing samples to achieve best sounding orchestra posible.

I already done dozen of different template setups with various combinations of reverbs, EQs and various usage of groups and send to find what works best for me. I used to separate writing from mixing so it was a little bit easier to make...

Mixing orchestra - Reverbs, EQs and other tricks]]> 53 Thu, 09 Apr 2020 21:23:14 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/mixing-mastering-gullfoss-vs-neutron-ozone.1057/ https://redbanned.com/threads/mixing-mastering-gullfoss-vs-neutron-ozone.1057/ invalid@example.com (Sascha Wübbena) Sascha Wübbena
I have a question about software for mixing and mastering pure virtual instruments orchestras. I am an absolute beginner, so I hope I can explain what I mean and need.

I took a look at two softwares:
1. Gullfoss from Soundtheory
2. Neutron & Ozone from iZotope

Everyone raves about Gullfoss. It is said to be a...

Mixing & Mastering // Gullfoss vs. Neutron & Ozone]]> 6 Sat, 04 Jan 2020 04:21:51 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/stereo-imaging-for-stereo-samples.1003/ https://redbanned.com/threads/stereo-imaging-for-stereo-samples.1003/ invalid@example.com (Josh Fleming) Josh Fleming
I've been playing around with the stereo imaging of my tracks lately, and I was wondering how you experts do this. Most of my go-to libraries (e.g. EastWest Hollywood) are recorded in stereo, and while they sound nice in isolation, the full ensemble sounds very "centered" to me. I've tried playing around with widener plugins, but they start to sound really wonky when you push them, and I've noticed the general advice online is to avoid them.

Do you use stereo panning or some kind...

Stereo imaging for stereo samples]]> 4 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 20:04:50 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/14m0-4x4-from-back-to-the-future-virtual.829/ https://redbanned.com/threads/14m0-4x4-from-back-to-the-future-virtual.829/ invalid@example.com (George Streicher) George Streicher


I used Cinematic Studio Brass, Cinematic Studio Strings, CineWinds and CinePerc.

On the FX bus I had an instance of FabEQ, QL Spaces (Burbank Studio Small) and Seventh Heaven's bricasti verb...

14m0 "4x4" from Back to the Future (Virtual)]]> 8 Sat, 30 Mar 2019 13:56:14 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/loudness-in-orchestral-music.782/ https://redbanned.com/threads/loudness-in-orchestral-music.782/ invalid@example.com (Dave Gruska) Dave Gruska
Joe Satriani did something like this with his Flying in a Blue Dream album, with short solo interludes between full songs. This album sounds great, and you never have to reach...

Loudness in orchestral music?]]> 6 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 23:40:20 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/double-quintet-recording-session-tips.745/ https://redbanned.com/threads/double-quintet-recording-session-tips.745/ invalid@example.com (Matthias Calis) Matthias Calis

• Is it strictly necessary for each player to have their own headphone if they're overdubbing...

Double quintet recording session tips?]]> 3 Wed, 13 Feb 2019 21:53:56 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/mixing-tips-feature-score.738/ https://redbanned.com/threads/mixing-tips-feature-score.738/ invalid@example.com (George Streicher) George Streicher
I'm currently wrapping up a score and there's no room in the budget for a mixer.

So I thought I'd reach out to you guys, since you've all been incredibly helpful in the past.

Here's two cues from the score. I've done my best to mix them (EQ, reverb, etc) and I'd love to get your thoughts on how to improve the sound and get maximum clarity possible.

I'm using all CineSamples instruments and QL Spaces for reverb. My DAW is Cubase 9.5.

Cues:...

Mixing Tips? (Feature Score)]]> 10 Tue, 29 Jan 2019 19:43:31 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/gear-grotto-the-mastering-compressor.693/ https://redbanned.com/threads/gear-grotto-the-mastering-compressor.693/ invalid@example.com (Thomas Bryla) Thomas Bryla

]]> 2 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 12:07:05 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/how-to-mix-timpani-bass-drum.670/ https://redbanned.com/threads/how-to-mix-timpani-bass-drum.670/ invalid@example.com (Abdulrahman Al-Othman) Abdulrahman Al-Othman Hi Mixers,

It seems my only trouble when mixing a percussion section is how impactful my Timpani and Bass Drums are. No matter what, my Timpani always have that resonant effect. Especially when they are way in the back, they tend to be wetter than most sections, which makes it hard for them to be impactful and close to your face.

Here is a reference track -- just listen to the epic roll:

It sounds glorious, yet comfortable...

How to Mix Timpani/Bass Drum]]> 9 Fri, 21 Dec 2018 17:48:32 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/imperial-march-production-file-classic-starwars-template.644/ https://redbanned.com/threads/imperial-march-production-file-classic-starwars-template.644/ invalid@example.com (Alexander Schiborr) Alexander Schiborr
I am bit silent here, sorry for that, just a lot to do the last month...but maybe someone can take a listen to my short template here? Got so far some feedback which was very useful. Actually collecting a lots of different feedbacks and trying to evaluate the stuff in order to improve that sound if possible for me. Any thoughts?
I worked with a reference, so this is not the hifi telarc recordings, however it is that more gritty oldschool sound I am after because I simply enjoy the...

Imperial March (production file) - Classic Starwars template?]]> 15 Tue, 20 Nov 2018 05:58:51 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/template-balance.609/ https://redbanned.com/threads/template-balance.609/ invalid@example.com (Abdulrahman Al-Othman) Abdulrahman Al-Othman
I've finished from watching Mike Verta's masterclass on Template Balance. He opened my mind to great things that passed me. I'm currently working on my template and gave it a fine name, "Hollywood Symphony Orchestra".

I find it that using a volume meter plugin helps a lot when I try to level everything correctly. I choose a fair peak, say -3db, and then make sure that all the articulations in a single instrument reaches the same peak. For example, when I was balancing the Oboe patch...

Template Balance]]> 14 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 15:02:37 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/mix-suggestions-for-my-piece-hollywood-fanfare.572/ https://redbanned.com/threads/mix-suggestions-for-my-piece-hollywood-fanfare.572/ invalid@example.com (Seth Reese) Seth Reese
Hi everyone,

I've been following these forums for a few years now, and have learned some really great stuff from all the generous contributions that the community has provided. But I've reached a point where what I really need is some direct feedback from people who are much more experienced than myself.

Long story short, I've spent the last three years working in fast food and teaching myself how to compose, orchestrate, sequence, etc. without...

Mix Suggestions for my Piece Hollywood Fanfare]]> 10 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 19:18:58 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/snipper-snapper-big-band-template-test.529/ https://redbanned.com/threads/snipper-snapper-big-band-template-test.529/ invalid@example.com (Haakon Davidsen) Haakon Davidsen (I´ve posted this on VI-Control as well)

I started working on a new big band/jazz template, and wrote a short piece trying to set it up. This is my first attempt to write for standard big band ensemble, so I would love to get some feedback on both mixing and orchestration.



Everything is from Project Sams Swing and Swing More. Had a really hard time using the clarinet from Swing More, so I ended up using the...

Snipper & Snapper (Big band template test)]]> 3 Thu, 16 Aug 2018 15:20:50 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/e-t-template-balancing.528/ https://redbanned.com/threads/e-t-template-balancing.528/ invalid@example.com (Dillon DeRosa) Dillon DeRosa
So I'm balancing my template and fixing it up. All because I had a nightmare of a time recently working on a film score because my template was a mess. Which by the way the amazing Aaron Venture mixed/mastered my score for the film. If it wasn't for him the score would've sounded so bad! Thank you again Aaron, your a wizard! (I'll share the score soon, but the film isn't released yet)

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I'm mocking up short snippets of E.T. using Erick Kunzels recording because I want to really...

E.T. Template Balancing]]> 19 Mon, 30 Jul 2018 08:34:29 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/mastering-with-aaron-venture-just-splendid.506/ https://redbanned.com/threads/mastering-with-aaron-venture-just-splendid.506/ invalid@example.com (Alexander Schiborr) Alexander Schiborr
Just wanted to let you know that Aaron Venture (also on this forum) and I joined forces for that Track "The plot thickens" and he did the master of the track and man..I am totally blown away. Aaron did imo such a great job with that master which just kicked me from my rotten composing chair. He is a professional mastering engineer and helped me out with that track and I am totally blown away. He really added some mojo to the track I have to say.

I would like to give credit...

Mastering with Aaron Venture - Just splendid]]> 16 Sat, 23 Jun 2018 01:41:00 +0000 https://redbanned.com/threads/free-waves-audio-online-mixing-masterclass-with-alan-meyerson.469/ https://redbanned.com/threads/free-waves-audio-online-mixing-masterclass-with-alan-meyerson.469/ invalid@example.com (Darren Wonnacott) Darren Wonnacott
Waves Audio are doing a free online masterclass with mixing engineer Alan Meyerson later today.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-l...rdconf&utm_source=eb_email&utm_term=eventname

Hope everyone has a great week!

Best,
Darren]]> 1