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Have you picked up your copy of Oxford Drum Gate 2 at the introductory price?

Built specifically for drums, Drum Gate 2 goes beyond a traditional gate with:

➡️ Intelligent detection
➡️ Adaptive decay
➡️ Phase alignment that locks your kit together from the first hit.

Clean up bleed, keep the feel, and get to a solid, mix-ready foundation faster.

If you’ve been thinking upgrading your drum processing workflow, now’s the time before Drum Gate 2 moves to full price tomorrow night.

3 months ago | [YT] | 2

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Thanks to Craig Bauer, producer of Kanye West, Ed Sheeran and Kurt Elling, for giving his thoughts on Voca:

"At this point, 30 years on, very few plugins have my jaw on the floor, especially compressor and saturation plugins, but Voca is simply incredible."

9 months ago | [YT] | 14

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📺 New Oxford Inflator Tutorial: Out Now! 📺

Our latest video is the most in-depth piece we've created on Oxford Inflator.

You'll learn all about:

🎧 Advanced techniques to maximise loudness without compromise
🎧 Tips for adding subtle detail and character to vocals, drums, and more
🎧 Creative applications to bring life and energy to your mixes

In this clip, we go over pushing vocals to the front of the mix with Inflator's processing, ensuring that levels are matched throughout.

👉 Ready to become an expert on all things Inflator?

#mixingtips #musicproduction #musicproducer #mixingengineer #audioplugins

9 months ago | [YT] | 6

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Win the Ultimate Vocal Recording Package with sE Electronics & Sonnox

We’re excited to team up with our friends at sE Electronics as they celebrate their 25th Anniversary with a series of incredible giveaways. This month, you have the chance to take home a massive vocal recording package that could transform your studio setup.


Head to our bio to enter the competition!

9 months ago | [YT] | 14

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📺 New Video Out Now 📺

➡️ 5 Music Production Tips I STOLE From World-Class Producers ⬅️

Watch George Lever (Sleep Token, Monument, Loathe) discuss his five biggest tips that he's b̶o̶r̶r̶o̶w̶e̶d̶ from world class producers throughout his career.

If you've ever wondered about how much top producers share knowledge between them, this video is for you.

Expect top level insights and techniques from:

➡️ Eric Valentine
➡️ Taylor Larson
➡️ Will Putney
➡️ Adam Getgood

Watch the video below!

#musicproducer #audioengineer #mixingengineer

1 year ago | [YT] | 2

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🥚🥚🥚 Easter Sale Now On 🥚🥚🥚

Save 75% on all plugins and bundles across the Sonnox range.

Make sure to get your discounted plugin goodness before the 23rd April!

🥚🥚🥚 Link in bio. 🥚🥚🥚

#musicproduction #mixing #studiolife🎧

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

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🎙️ Jack Prest: New Interview Out Now 🎙️

Jack Prest is a multifaceted artist who has carved out a unique niche in the world of left field contemporary music.

As an interdisciplinary artist, engineer, and composer, Prest brings a wealth of experience from his background as a DJ, sound designer, and producer at Studios 301.

We sat down with Jack to talk all things production, working with left of centre artists, and how he uses Sonnox plugins in his workflow.

➡️ Check out the full interview on our blog, link in bio.

#musicproduction #studiolife #mixingtips

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1 year ago | [YT] | 4

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An entire vocal chain, all in one plugin?

Checkout the exploration of Sonnox Voca from ‪@ProductionExpert‬.

#musicproduction #audioplugins #mixing

1 year ago | [YT] | 1

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📢 Mix-Misconception Number Two: Never Mix In Solo 📢

You've probably heard purists scoff: "Never solo a track—mix in context!"

It's the kind of advice that sounds sensible but can leave you fumbling around in the dark, trying to figure out what's ruining your mix.

Sure, context matters, but if you never shine a light on the contents of the mix, you're essentially mixing with your eyes closed.

🤔 Spoiler alert: Hope isn't a mixing technique.

👉 A Better Approach: Mute First, Solo Second

Start by muting groups of instruments to identify which element is causing the problem.

Once you've narrowed it down, use solo sparingly to focus on the specific track and pinpoint the issue.

The goal isn't to fix things in isolation but to make targeted adjustments that improve the overall mix. Done right, this method helps you quickly turn a cluttered mix into a polished one.

Breaking Down the Process

➡️ Identify the Clash: Play your mix and listen for something that sticks out—aggression, muddiness and masking, or just an inexplicable feeling that something's not quite right.

➡️ Mute the Suspects: One by one, mute elements (e.g., cymbals, guitars, or backing vocals) that you think are likely culprits. If muting it clears up the issue, you've found your troublemaker.

➡️ Solo for Detail: Once you've identified the offending track, solo it momentarily to zero in on the exact frequency range or problem area. Soloing attunes your ear to what's happening in that frequency range, helping you understand the trade-offs.

➡️ Reintegrate: Bring everything back and confirm that your changes work within the mix. Remember, the goal isn't to solo endlessly—it's to fix, refine, and move on.

Check out the full video below!

1 year ago | [YT] | 2

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📺 Mix-Misconceptions - New Video Out Now 📺

Mix-Misconception Number One: Templates Are Cheating

In the world of professional audio engineering, templates are more than a shortcut; they're a strategic workflow optimisation tool.

In our series exploring 'Mix-Misconceptions' with George Lever, we wanted to address the stigma against the use of mix templates in modern productions.

George delves into how mix templates act as a...

➡️ Efficiency Catalyst: Standardised routing and plugin chains dramatically reduce setup time

➡️ Consistency Driver: Maintain a cohesive sonic signature across diverse projects

➡️ Creative Springboard: Provide a reliable foundation for innovative sound design

Professional engineers understand that templates aren't about cutting corners; they're about creating a reliable framework that accelerates creative decision-making.

#audioengineer #musicproduction #audioproduction

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