In this free extract from the fascinating Lifeboats series from PureMix in which 6 different engineers mix the same song, giving an unprecedented look into the difference in approach, Grammy award winning mixer Mick Guzauski illustrates the point that the simple things are the most important things.
Two Equalisers, Each For Slightly Different Things
Taking a very straightforward Mick uses a stock 7 band EQIII to lift the top end and bring out clarity in the cymbals and then, because he likes the sound of it (and what better reason can there be?) he adds a touch of high and low shelf using the UAD Manley Massive Passive.
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