What's Included?

    1. 1.1 Introduction to Visual Mixing: Understanding the Concept and Tools

    2. 1.2 The Setup: flat listening, the room, the setup

    3. 1.3 Mixing in Mono: Why It’s Crucial for Translating Music Across Speakers

    1. 2.1 Spectrum Analyzer Basics: Introduction to the Tool

    2. 2.2 A Step-by-Step Guide to Using a Spectrum Analyzer in Your Mixing Process

    3. 2.3 Tonal Balance: Achieving a Balanced Spectrum

    4. 2.4 The Spectral Pitfalls: Avoiding Common Mistakes

    5. Assignment: Analyzing and Balancing Your Mix

    1. 3.1 Sample Selection: Choosing Sounds That Complement Each Other

    2. 3.2 Staying in Key: Maintaining Tonal Balance in Your Mix

    3. 3.3 The Importance of Space: Creating a Harmonious Sound Environment

    4. Assignment: Sample Selection and Balancing Exercise

    1. 4.1 Referencing Tracks: How to Use Existing Music as a Template

    2. 4.2 The Ernesto Technique: A Practical Guide to Consistent Mixing

    3. 4.3 Gainstaging: Maintaining Consistent Levels for a Balanced Mix

    4. 4.4 Limiting: Preventing Distortion and Preserving Sound Quality

    5. Assignment: Track Referencing and Limiting Practice

    1. 5.1 Understanding Positioning in a Mix: Where Should Each Sound Go?

    2. 5.2 The Science of Panning and Stereo Image

    3. 5.3 Ensuring Mono Compatibility and Avoiding Phase Issues

    4. Assignment: Positioning and Panning Practice

    1. 6.1 Kick and Bass Mixing: Crafting a Solid Foundation for Your Track

    2. 6.2 Bus Processing: Streamlining Your Mixing Workflow

    3. Assignment: Kick, Bass Mixing, and Bus Processing Practice

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Who Created This?

ERNESTO .

Ernesto Salazar, also known as E.R.N.E.S.T.O., is a Miami-based DJ and producer with over a decade of experience in the music industry. His unique fusion of Ghetto House, Electro, and Latin grooves has earned him releases on renowned labels like Toolroom, Dirtybird, CUFF, and more. E.R.N.E.S.T.O.'s sound, influenced by Miami Bass, Chicago Juke, and Detroit Electro, has garnered support from industry heavyweights like Claude VonStroke, Dennis Ferrer, John Summit, Loco Dice, and Shiba San, who regularly spin his tracks on dancefloors worldwide. In addition to his own achievements, E.R.N.E.S.T.O. is passionate about helping fellow producers elevate their craft. Through his innovative visual-based teaching method, he has guided many artists from unsigned to signed, helping them secure releases on their dream labels while mastering professional-quality mixing techniques.