Quadio's first Community Class is here! In this month-long program, community member David Kerckhoff will teach the basics of music mixing techniques. Each will will cover different topics including basic tools of mixing, instrumental mixing, vocal mixing, and more! This will be a chance to practice mixing with provided stems and get feedback to really learn hands-on.

WHERE: On Discord

WHEN: Thursdays at 5pm EST for 4 weeks, starting February 10

PRICE: $15

*Recordings of the class will be provided for those who cannot make it live every week!

**If you're interested in designing a class (this is a paid gig!), email [email protected].

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

Week 1: What is Mixing?

• Importance of a good mix
• Overview of tools (Volume, EQ, Compression, Panning, FX)

Week 2: Instrumental Mixing

• Balance
• Low end (kick and bass)
• Sidechaining
• Room for Vox with EQ and panning
• Drums
• Guitars, keys, samples, and more

Week 3: Vocal Mixing

• EQ, Compression, Chain order
• BGV's and vocal throws
• Returns
• Reverb and delay

Week 4: Gluing it all together + Mastering

• Mixing vox into track
• Master bus balance
• What is mastering?
• Tools: EQ, MB compression, spectral shaper, tape, limiter