Equalizer Parameters: Mastering the Art of Sound Shaping
An equalizer (EQ) is an essential tool in music production and audio in general. It allows you to modify the balance of the frequencies that make up a sound, allowing…
Equalization in Mastering (Part 1): Preparing the Ground
Mastering is the last crucial step in music production, where the final polish is given to a stereo mix so that it sounds optimal in different playback systems. Within this…
Equalization in Mastering (Part 2): Techniques and Practical Tips
In the first part of this article, we established the basics of equalization in mastering and how it differs from equalization in mixing. Now, we’ll delve into the specific techniques…
How to Equalize Bass
The bass is the rhythmic and harmonic foundation of many songs. Good EQ is crucial for the bass to integrate well into the mix, providing weight, definition and groove. This…
How to Equalize Keyboards and Synthesizers: A Guide to Brightness and Clarity in your Mixing
Here is an article on how to equalize keyboards and synthesizers: How to EQ Keyboards and Synthesizers: A Guide to Giving Them Brightness and Clarity in Your Mix. Keyboards and…
How to Equalize Acoustic and Electronic Drums
The drums are the rhythmic heart of most songs, and good EQ is essential for them to sound powerful, clear and blend well into the mix. This article will guide…
How to EQ Guitars: A Guide to Getting the Perfect Sound
Equalization is a fundamental tool for shaping the sound of the guitar, whether acoustic or electric. It allows you to enhance the desired frequencies, attenuate the problematic ones and make…
Equalization: sound properties
Sound properties We could define equalization as a way of achieving a certain sound by arguing or attenuating particular frequencies or an entire frequency range. An equalization can be done…
How an equalizer works
The base with which an EQ works is the set of frequencies of a given sound, for example a guitar recording. The recorded sound, with all its frequencies, is the…
Types of Equalizers
There are different types of EQ, here we will see the main ones: Graphic EQ. These are made up of many slider sliders that each increase or decrease a fixed…