Building A Mix on the SQ7

Jeff takes a deep dive into building a mix with the Allen & Heath SQ7.

Key Points:
  • Jeff builds a mix from scratch, aiming to create an incredible sounding mix in about 40 minutes.
  • See the power of high-pass filters in cleaning up the sound and shaping the overall drum mix, and explore the use of compression to enhance the drum sound.
  • See how Jeff approaches EQ and compression to make other instruments in the band sit well together with the drums.
  • Jeff works on tracks and samples, making sure they complement the overall mix without clashing with the live instruments. Jeff uses EQ and high-pass filters to shape their sound.
  • See the convenience of copying and pasting channel processing settings to save time.
  • Jeff experiments with different reverb presets to find the right fit for the mix.
  • Jeff explains his approach to processing, including EQ, compression, panning, and reverb to make them sound like a single, unified entity.
  • At the end, Jeff adds the lead vocal to the mix. He demonstrates his process of EQ, compression, and the use of parallel processing to achieve a polished vocal sound.

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