People who seriously worry about whether something they do while making music is "Cheating" or nor are probably not mentally ready to be in a (semi-)professional setting.
References are very important. To know how a great song sounds through your monitors and headphones and to compare against your mix is essential. Know your speakers and your room. Great video. Thanks...
I concur, reference content is really important when mixing. I would also recommend you guys to use references that are in the same key as the song that you're mixing, this will help you make better EQ decisions. If the song is in a different key, you might be tempted to boost 50Hz on your kick because you see a bump (on the analyzer) at 50Hz on the reference track then end up with a mess in the low-end.
I bet that the audio format plays a role also due to smaller dynamic range in compressed ones. Have u any webistes to get variety of WAV etc. songs for free?
I just made a track for my brother in laws youtube channel. He wanted the song to sound like another song by a more famous band, so I used the song as a reference for the structure and instrumentation I used, but I created unique melodies, chords, all based on the same key and tempo. However I did not use the reference to guide my mix. After watching this, the next time I use a reference I will be trying to emulate the mix and master of a track, overall tonality beyond just the structure of a track. Thanks for the video!
what you did was copy a song based off of another song - that is not using a reference track. When using a reference track when mastering a song(s), the song(s) are already mixed down and are being prepped for production. So, using proper mastering software you insert a reference track in your genre as a comparison to make sure the loudness you mastered in (overly simplistic explanation) is at industry standards - so your mastered song(s) is not too loud or soft. If too loud and it is being streamed it will be compressed to a softer sound and may sound distorted. If too soft it will be boosted and again may not sound as the artist intended.
most ideas an artist puts into their music is a collage of everything that's inspired them and seeped into their consciousness, meaning that the music takes plenty of reference from other music. as a composer first and foremost, i say it only seems reasonable that producers and engineers and everyone involved should be free to do what works for them to achieve the end result they want.
One important thing to consider about LUFS... What happens when one day (and it will come), the online streaming platforms decide to change their LUFS recommendations, or volume normalization is thrown out altogether? All of your mixes you did at -13 LUFS are going to sound weak and will not compete. Future-proof your mixes... aim for the loudest mix that your tracks can achieve, without sacrificing dynamics and clarity. That could be -5 LUFS for some mixes and -10 LUFS for others. Make your decisions based on the track and NOT by some numbers that Spotify and the like have deemed "correct".
Using reference tracks since 2015, learned that from Graham. What’s your opinion on repeating topics? Sometimes they repeat too much on the channel. On the other hand, these concepts are really important, and you really need to know them. But older subscribers learn nothing new at the same time.
The question is - Why using Reference tracks in the first place? Just mix how you like it. EQ your track how you like it. Don't mimick or copy other peoples mixes or sound. If you thin your mix sounds good, then it's good. Simple as that!
Question for anyone who'd like to weigh-in: Irko mentions here (and in other videos) the need for listening to your mix on small, medium, and large speakers. Makes sense, however, I wonder what to listen for and how to use this information when finalizing my mix. I realize that there is no formula for a situations or songs, but what are some thoughts out there on this matter?
Basically, does your song still sound good when you hear it on earbuds? Does it still sound as good as your reference? Your ears can be fooled by using only one set of speakers. It's extremely easy to overlook an important part of your mix if you only use one speaker, because all speakers/headphones accentuate different frequencies.
Your ears are the best DAW tool. Find your favorite professional artist and listen to a track with your eyes closed and uae your ears. Now when you mix use what your ears gave you from the REFERENCE TRAX
If I was a cynic a hole I would take 0:51 out of context and say Before mixing: quirky and charming After mixing: generic, overpriced, and for people who may need to compensate 😅😅
I think your videos are great, informative and very useful, but they would be SO MUCH BETTER without the music in the background. Just a heads up creative crit. M
I am struggle a lot...to get such a good linear smooth frequency response...whats the secret to this...putting Compressor on every track maybe,can someone help please ???
Yeah usually there's some kind of compression on every track, plus possibly compression/limiting on the subgroups where you route similar types of tracks.
I think it's more a case of him having baled out, which is more or less what he was saying in the 'Plans for 2021' video at the beginning of January. I guess it became too much of a chore for him after 12 years.
Why do video's like this assume the watcher doesn't know anything yet? I just want to see how you use reference tracks, not get a different car different color story, over the top distortion on a track to make a point etc.
He looks like a white snoop dogg! LOL
Snoop Dogg and Ali G mixed together.
😄 🤣
2:16 "Hey, I'm a plugin now" lol I like this guy's humor
People who seriously worry about whether something they do while making music is "Cheating" or nor are probably not mentally ready to be in a (semi-)professional setting.
They read too much Gearslutz
Bruh I'm wide awake and not even ready to get out of bed.
References are very important. To know how a great song sounds through your monitors and headphones and to compare against your mix is essential. Know your speakers and your room. Great video. Thanks...
I concur, reference content is really important when mixing. I would also recommend you guys to use references that are in the same key as the song that you're mixing, this will help you make better EQ decisions. If the song is in a different key, you might be tempted to boost 50Hz on your kick because you see a bump (on the analyzer) at 50Hz on the reference track then end up with a mess in the low-end.
Truly important point
Excellent point!!
I bet that the audio format plays a role also due to smaller dynamic range in compressed ones. Have u any webistes to get variety of WAV etc. songs for free?
@@nateHERE For free? NO. But digital stores like bandcamp and many others allow you to choose WAV format.
Fuck me I didn’t think of that. The key of the song of the reference. Nice one.
Where's Graeme and what did you do with him?! :D
Most likely he sold off his channel
@@Mygmail-g7g that's sad. Good for Graeme I reckon.
No, he didn‘t. He explained that in a video in January. He‘s just bringing on other experts alongside him.
Is it just me that feels like my personal space has been violated whilst watching this?
Thanks for this, it helped alot! Bro! Your model studio is awesome !!!
I always thought that having access to raw, unmastered tracks in the genre one records and mixes in... it would be a Godsend 😊🇬🇧 cheers from UK
I just made a track for my brother in laws youtube channel. He wanted the song to sound like another song by a more famous band, so I used the song as a reference for the structure and instrumentation I used, but I created unique melodies, chords, all based on the same key and tempo. However I did not use the reference to guide my mix. After watching this, the next time I use a reference I will be trying to emulate the mix and master of a track, overall tonality beyond just the structure of a track. Thanks for the video!
what you did was copy a song based off of another song - that is not using a reference track.
When using a reference track when mastering a song(s), the song(s) are already mixed down and are being prepped for production. So, using proper mastering software you insert a reference track in your genre as a comparison to make sure the loudness you mastered in (overly simplistic explanation) is at industry standards - so your mastered song(s) is not too loud or soft. If too loud and it is being streamed it will be compressed to a softer sound and may sound distorted. If too soft it will be boosted and again may not sound as the artist intended.
5:36 showing the model of his studio.
Jesus: 'I see my son that you have referenced my birth place...'
Thought the same thing. Nice.
"Hey...! I'm a plugin now! "
That cracked me up haha
Mitico! (just an Italian inside appreciation)
1:27 that's fire 🔥🔥
Thank you Friend
Excellent, thank you.
-7? And there's me starting to get concerned when I hit -12..
8:00 What is the music playing right here?
What a coincidence! I *just* learned about slime moulds!
IRKO!!!!
most ideas an artist puts into their music is a collage of everything that's inspired them and seeped into their consciousness, meaning that the music takes plenty of reference from other music. as a composer first and foremost, i say it only seems reasonable that producers and engineers and everyone involved should be free to do what works for them to achieve the end result they want.
One important thing to consider about LUFS... What happens when one day (and it will come), the online streaming platforms decide to change their LUFS recommendations, or volume normalization is thrown out altogether? All of your mixes you did at -13 LUFS are going to sound weak and will not compete. Future-proof your mixes... aim for the loudest mix that your tracks can achieve, without sacrificing dynamics and clarity. That could be -5 LUFS for some mixes and -10 LUFS for others. Make your decisions based on the track and NOT by some numbers that Spotify and the like have deemed "correct".
I’m pretty sure that Dave Pensado admits to doing this exact thing.
@@anthonydallarosa8314 I never really see videos of his in my feed anymore.
Yeah!
Whats the best reference plugin?
How do you feel about the izotope tonal balance
Using reference tracks since 2015, learned that from Graham. What’s your opinion on repeating topics? Sometimes they repeat too much on the channel. On the other hand, these concepts are really important, and you really need to know them. But older subscribers learn nothing new at the same time.
The question is - Why using Reference tracks in the first place? Just mix how you like it. EQ your track how you like it. Don't mimick or copy other peoples mixes or sound. If you thin your mix sounds good, then it's good. Simple as that!
Name of the intro pls
This guy sounds like a hustler, I'd like to see exactly what he has mixed. His bio is very vague.
yep i thought so.
Check out his channel - th-cam.com/video/ErIAXY-YnlM/w-d-xo.html
Che Informazione molto importante
Question for anyone who'd like to weigh-in: Irko mentions here (and in other videos) the need for listening to your mix on small, medium, and large speakers. Makes sense, however, I wonder what to listen for and how to use this information when finalizing my mix. I realize that there is no formula for a situations or songs, but what are some thoughts out there on this matter?
Basically, does your song still sound good when you hear it on earbuds? Does it still sound as good as your reference? Your ears can be fooled by using only one set of speakers. It's extremely easy to overlook an important part of your mix if you only use one speaker, because all speakers/headphones accentuate different frequencies.
I Use my main monitors with sub, then 990 studio headphones, them my car. That's all you need.
Your ears are the best DAW tool. Find your favorite professional artist and listen to a track with your eyes closed and uae your ears. Now when you mix use what your ears gave you from the REFERENCE TRAX
If I was a cynic a hole I would take 0:51 out of context and say
Before mixing: quirky and charming
After mixing: generic, overpriced, and for people who may need to compensate 😅😅
I think your videos are great, informative and very useful, but they would be SO MUCH BETTER without the music in the background. Just a heads up creative crit. M
True
I am struggle a lot...to get such a good linear smooth frequency response...whats the secret to this...putting Compressor on every track maybe,can someone help please ???
Yeah usually there's some kind of compression on every track, plus possibly compression/limiting on the subgroups where you route similar types of tracks.
My guy
grande irko
Wow Graham has really let himself go:P
HAHAHA..very funny man, good job..
Our boy Graham officially lost his channel. Sad. Very sad.
I think it's more a case of him having baled out, which is more or less what he was saying in the 'Plans for 2021' video at the beginning of January. I guess it became too much of a chore for him after 12 years.
Yes, he just needed to shift his priorities after that much time.
Bill Nye the mixing guy
What happened to the original Recordingrevolution guy?? This is so weird,, like some Dr. Who shit LOL
Lol😀😀😀🏃🏿🏃🏿🏃🏿
I miss Graeme. This was quite hard to listen too.. just me? 🤔
XD
y'all owe me a 9 minute refund
Be professional stop acting these kids
i don't even use references... i just listen to the customer what they want
Why do video's like this assume the watcher doesn't know anything yet? I just want to see how you use reference tracks, not get a different car different color story, over the top distortion on a track to make a point etc.
It’s good to start from zero. He’s laying the groundwork to make sure everyone is on the same page. It’s a good teaching practice.
Its actually really helpful to quickly go over the basics. Sometimes one video helps something actually click in your brain
Long winded.
You lowkey look like a white snoop dogg