Most bands use pre-recorded backing tracks in some form to help fill out the sound of their band or even cover for instruments they don’t have on stage. And though these tracks can be very useful, they can also make a mess of things if you aren’t mindful of how you’re using them. So here’s a few things to keep in mind if you decide to use tracks in your application. Hope this helps!

In this video, I'll explain what a matrix is on a mixing console and how to use it. Hope this helps!

In this video, I'll explain what DCA's are on a mixing console and how to use them. Hope this helps!

In this video, I'll explain what groups/subgroups are on a mixing console and how to use them. Hope this helps!

In this video, I'll explain what an aux is on a mixing console and how to use it. Hope this helps!

The difference between gain and trim can be confusing, but using both tools correctly is critical to avoiding problems in your signal chain. I'll walk you through it all in this video. Hope this helps!

"Gain" is a word thrown around in mixing all the time... but what actually is it? In this video, I'll explain what gain is and why we need it. Hope this helps!

In this video, I'll share with you the two reasons I struggled with compression when learning to mix and the solutions I found to those problems. Hope this helps!

In this video, I revisit the topic of keeping input faders close to 0 when mixing, and I answer some common questions about the technique. Hope this helps!

If you want the low end of your live mix to sound punchy and full, but also translate well on your broadcast or in other applications, you have to be intentional about how you use subs. In this video, I'll explain the two most common ways engineers use subs as well as the pros and cons of each method. Hope this helps!

Ever heard the phrase "rules are made to be broken"? Sometimes, we get so committed to a certain way of doing things in the name of following "the rules" that we miss the mark in our music. In this video, I'll teach you how to know when to follow mixing guidelines and when to just set them aside and trust your ears. Hope this helps!

Audio engineers are musical storytellers. Sadly, many people who sit behind an audio console never learn the secret to telling stories that move the audience. I want to make sure you're not one of those people. :) In this video, I'll share three tips to help you make great music and connect with your audience in meaningful ways. Hope this helps!

Live mixing and studio mixing have a lot in common, but there are a handful of differences that are important to know about. Panning is one of those differences. In this video, I'm going to explain my thinking behind how I pan a live mix and how it differs from my studio mix. Hope this helps!

We've all heard of how helpful DCA's can be in mixing, but in some cases, organization systems can actually prevent good workflow. In this video, I'll give some perspective on when it's helpful to use groups and when it's better to stick to mixing with the input faders instead. Hope this helps!

Feedback is a problem every live sound engineer deals with, but there are some useful techniques you can use to set yourself up for success. In this video, I'll give my my best advice for dealing with feedback before and during your live event. Hope this helps!

There is a big debate in the mixing world about whether it’s better to mix in mono or mix in stereo. Today, we’re going to discuss the pros and cons of each approach, and at the end, I’ll give you my opinion on which is better. Hope this helps!

Using a delay is an effective way to add texture, depth, and movement to your vocals. In this video, I'll show you how to make it all happen. Hope this helps!

Raw vocals often sound thin and weak by themselves, but there are tools we can use to add some thickness and texture. In this video, I'll teach you how to use those tools to get your vocals sounding great in your mix. Hope this helps!

Reverb is the most popular effect in music, but using it well isn't as simple as just slapping it on a track and calling it a day. There are endless tones and timings that can be created to best match and compliment your tracks. In this video, I'll walk you through reverb's parameters so you can begin using it effectively in your own mixes. Hope this helps!

In this video, I'll show you the most common EQ mistake I see people make as they're trying to learn how to mix. You'll also learn why we tend to make this mistake and how to avoid it. Hope this helps!