JumpStart

Compression is certainly one of the most important and most misused effect in the art mixing. This tutorial, taken from the JumpStart Series made by Graham Cochrane will explain all the features and settings of a typical audio compressor.

You will learn how to add some punch and energy back to your mix and individual tracks, achieve consistent and upfront vocal tracks for a modern sound and how to get a fatter than real life drum sound. All done with a simple compressor plug-in that most likely comes stock with your DAW. If you would like to learn about compression and acquire a solid and in depth understanding of how this tool works, this tutorial is for you.