Compressing Vocals 101IntroWhen you're trying to find the perfect vocal compression settings, there's one key aspect to focus on: you need to hear every word. Sure, color and character are important too, but they're not as crucial. Concentrating too much on these aspects can often distract ...

What is Serial Compression?IntroductionImagine you want to add punch to an instrument while also ensuring it remains consistent throughout the entire song. As we've discussed in previous articles, a compressor is an excellent tool to achieve both of these qualities. However, achieving ...

What Is Multiband Compression?IntroductionUsing a multiband compressor allows you to divide a track into different frequency ranges, known as “frequency bands,” and compress them independently.You can choose to compress only a specific part of a track’s frequency spectrum or apply ...

What is Sidechain Compression?What is sidechain compression and where should we apply it? Sidechain compression is a powerful yet often misunderstood tool available to every producer. In this article, we'll learn how to use sidechain compression effectively to make your mixes sound perfect....