Audio mastering EQ tips Tag

Using Parametric EQ to Find the “Sweet Spot” of any Musical Instruments

Most of the EQ suggestions in this blog are very specific such as: Boost +6dB 100Hz for Kick Drums Q=1.4 However in real world EQ adjustment, different musical instruments are not exactly unique in sound although they are still kick drums, bass guitar, …

What is a Low Shelf and High Shelf Filter in Parametric Equalization?

You might encounter these terms when recording, mixing or mastering. For a beginner in music production, these things can be very confusing. So let’s end all the confusion once and for all with this guide. First, low shelf and low pass filter are not t …

Multiband Compression Tutorial: Waves Linear Phase-LinMB Compressor

This is one of the important concepts in audio engineering. In this tutorial, you will learn how to use Waves linear phase multiband compressor. If you are not familiar about how the compressor works, you can start by reading the following tutorials: a …

Parametric Equalization Theory: Relationship of BW, Q, fo & 3dB points

This a very useful theory in the application of parametric equalizer in audio recording, mixing and mastering. The bandwidth (Δf) is given by a relationship: Bandwidth =Center Frequency / Q Definition of Bandwidth In addition, the bandwidth is als …

EQ Settings for Mastering: General Tips

Mastering is the last music production process. It is the next process after audio mixing. In the mastering stage, the engineer does not concern with the mixing elements or different tracks used in the song.