This course introduces Luca Pretolesi original technique of mid-range compression, a method he developed to enhance presence and clarity in your mix. The technique focuses on compressing the mid-range frequencies to achieve greater definition, ensuring that important elements in a mix stand out without sounding overly harsh. Since its inception, this approach has been widely embraced by other engineers, with several online videos and discussions further exploring the concept and its applications. The course provides a detailed breakdown of how this technique works and how it can be used to improve your mixes.

Luca Pretolesi is here to shed some light on simple tricks that will elevate your drop! We're breaking it down using "Sunshine (My Girl)" by Wuki. Tap into your Mixing mindset and get ready to learn how to give your track that extra push on the last drop using a few strategic plugins and subtle automations. Elevate your track, enhance the flow and transform your listening experience! 

Digital vs. Analog EQ Emulation: what is the difference, and does it really matter? Luca Pretolesi dives into this critical topic, breaking down the nuances between true analog hardware and digital emulations. Understanding the strengths and limitations of both worlds can completely transform how you approach mixing and mastering. Get the inside look at how Luca decides what works best for the sound and why choosing the right tool is everything.

Luca Pretolesi shares his expert insights into modulating a baseline using FabFilter’s Saturn to scope and enrich your mix! Finding that perfect balance between producing and mixing is key when approaching this with a mixing mindset, it’s all about identifying the sweet spot where production creativity meets technical finesse.

Today is all about that bass! Luca Pretolesi will be going over the technical intricacies of widening your drums using just two powerful plugins - Space Control and Spiff. He will be demonstrating this technique using Tech Panda's track "Talk To Me Nice". Discover how this approach can influence not just your drum sound, but trigger insights on arranging a song! 

Learn how to create stereo separation in your mix using panning, EQ, Delay, Stereo Width, and more 💎 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi shares his tips and tricks for mix separation to create width from mono sounds. Transform your panning skills and stereo placement with a deep dive into the session of "Satisfied" by Gashi to explore professional techniques for mix separation.

Introducing Magic Flow, a collaboration between Josh Gudwin, Acustica Audio and Studio DMI, developed by Francesco Pellegrini. Sit down with 11x Grammy nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi as he dives into “Need Your Love” by Silk City and Ellie Goulding while showcasing some of the plugin's most exciting features. From resizing the plugin to the stereo bus, dynamic EQ, preamp, and vocal processing, this plugin takes your sound to a whole new level. Don't miss out on this game-changing tool for your mixes!

In today’s episode, Luca Pretolesi touches on the approach of using a reference track during mastering. By using another track as a guideline, you can compare elements like dynamics, tonal, balance, and loudness to build and test your own master with more precision. Tap in to see how Luca approaches this essential technique!

Vocal processing is key in pop production! Today Luca Pretolesi is exploring how you can create reverb and delay on your pop vocals. There are countless ways to approach this, and each method brings its own vibe. Tap in to see how Luca navigates these effects to shape the perfect vocal space and then experiment to make it your own!

Mastering your own mix can be challenging due to the lack of detachment, but Luca Pretolesi method will simplify the process in just 4 steps. Let's add some sparkle to your tracks and achieve that polished sound!