Learn how to add punch, warmth, and character to your kick and bass using Neutron 5. I’ll show you how to use harmonic enhancement tools to make your low end cut through the mix while staying clean and powerful.

Discover an easy way to make your vocals and synths sit perfectly together in the mix! In this course, you’ll learn how to use Mid-Side EQ and sidechain techniques to create space, add clarity, and make everything sound smooth and balanced without losing energy or vibe.

Learn how to rebalance vocals, drums, or instruments from a stereo mix using Ozone 12. Perfect for adjusting levels and improving balance when you don’t have access to the original stems

In this course, you’ll learn how to enhance the impact and character of your mix using parallel saturation. Step by step, you’ll see how to blend clean and saturated signals to add warmth, energy, and vibe without losing clarity or dynamics.

Learn how to restore lost punch, clarity, and depth in your mixes by regaining dynamics and separation from an over-compressed master using Ozone 12. This course walks you through practical techniques and tools to breathe life back into flattened tracks, improve transient detail, and rebuild musical balance for a more open sounding master.

This course offers a step-by-step guide to crafting a refined stereo bus processing chain. You will learn how to use oeksound Bloom and FabFilter Pro-C 2 to enhance your mixes, control dynamics, and bring clarity and depth to your sound.

Open up your mix and add space in seconds with FabFilter Pro-Q 4’s Stereo Split. This lesson shows you how to use it to widen your sound and improve overall clarity.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after mixing techniques from Diplo “Promises” ft. Paul Woolford & Kareen Lomaxe. Luca Pretolesi gives an in-depth look into creating the Extended Club mix from the radio version. Learn his personal template and workflow processing drums, bass, synths, and vocals separately before his final master chain. This course explains the “in the box” plugin workflow for you to apply to your mixes.

This course provides a complete walkthrough of mastering hip hop tracks using a professional toolchain that includes MMultiAnalyzer, Mické Q, Black Box, and Ozone 11. It covers the full mastering process from setting tonal balance and dynamic control to final polish equipping learners with practical skills and techniques for achieving loud, clean, and competitive hip hop masters.

This course explores advanced techniques for controlling transients and sustain on your master, showing how to shape punch, clarity, and depth with transient processors, compressors, and dynamic tools to achieve a balanced, powerful final master.

Elevate your drum buss with Neutron 4 Transient Shaper! This plugin brings all your drums together using expansion and control in different bands to enhance the vibe, excitement and transient response on your drum buss. Watch Luca Pretolesi showcase these techniques on the incredible song "Blame You" by Nero. 

This course shows you how to use Spacecontrol Pro 2 to make your synths sound wider, bigger, and more immersive, covering practical settings, creative techniques, and mix-ready workflows.

Luca Pretolesi is here to show you how to EQ your Tech House kick drum! Discover how your mixing mindset can shape the vibe of your track for maximum impact and take it to new heights 💥

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after mixing techniques from Jason Derulo “Jalebi Baby” ft. Tesher. Luca Pretolesi gives an in-depth look into creating the dynamics and enhancements in the instruments of a track with the stereo master file. Learn to master your tracks 100% in the box with Luca’s presets available for download with the course!

Revolutionize your drum sound with Luca Pretolesi! Learn how to amplify punchiness using the Transient Shaper plugin. Discover how to use these techniques to enhance your drum buss dynamics post mix, elevating impact without compromising the mix's integrity. Take your drum punch to the next level!

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!

This course walks you through practical, real-world applications of Spiff, showing how to tame harshness, add clarity, and control transients with precision. Whether you're mastering your own tracks or finalizing client projects, this technique will help you maximize Spiff’s potential for cleaner, more musical results.

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.

Dive into the latest evolution in stereo manipulation and creative audio control with SpaceControl 2—the powerful new plugin developed in collaboration with Hardwell, Luca Pretolesi, Acustica Audio, and Studio DMI. This tutorial explores the cutting-edge features introduced in this update, including SpaceControl 2, SpaceControl Pro, and the new Imager giving you powerful tools for spatial audio design and mixing.

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!

Learn how to achieve clear separation in your drum mixes using sidechain compression. This course covers the fundamentals of sidechaining, demonstrates practical techniques for making kick and bass elements sit well together, and explores how to create punch, clarity, and movement in your drum tracks.

Control transient clarity during the mastering process. You'll learn how to identify transients, the role they play in the punch and presence of a track.

This course dives into vocal leveling using FabFilter Pro-L, focusing on transparent limiting, gain staging, and loudness optimization. You'll learn how to shape dynamics and maintain vocal presence while avoiding distortion and over-compression.

Afro House is the vibe of the summer, and today we are diving deep into its core. Join Luca Pretolesi as he locks in on the foundation of the genre and breaks down the essentials of mixing Afro House percussion. Let's elevate your tracks with the perfect rhythm and groove! 🥁🔥

This course explores advanced drum buss processing techniques for House music using iZotope Neutron 5. You'll learn how to shape and enhance your drum mix with tools like EQ, compression, saturation, and transient shaping

In today’s session, Luca Pretolesi showcases advanced mixing techniques! Specifically focusing on how to sidechain your kick and base using FabFilter Pro-MB in multiband mode. This technique will help ensure your kicking base work together seamlessly. Tap in and learn how it’s done!

Get ready with Luca Pretolesi as he gives an advanced tutorial on one of the best and most popular plugins: Pro Q 3 by FabFilter. Watch as he uses his unique approach to multitask and really showcases its incredible potential. Don't miss out on these pro tips! 

Lets get into the technical tapestry of Diplo & Hugel chart topper "Stay High" ✨ Join us in Studio I as Luca Pretolesi unveils a comprehensive breakdown, spotlighting some nuanced details and specifically honing in on the captivating vocals. Ultimately we hope that you're able to incorporate some of these mixdown ideas and mastering ideas into your workflow. Enjoy the creative journey!

Decapitator is one of the most popular Distortion, Plugins, for Production, Mixing, and Mastering, this week, learn the purpose & function of every button and knob on the plug-in with mastering engineer Nicholas Di Lorenzo. Dive deep into the harmonics and eq curves of each preset, and learn how to use Decapitator in your mix.

Remember when Luca Pretolesi worked on Drake's album "Honestly Nevermind"? That was one of our proudest moments, and now we're diving back in to revamp the pre-master for "Jimmy Cooks" feat. 21 Savage. Originally cooked up in Studio I on a hybrid system with analog gear, we're taking on the challenge to rebuild this masterpiece entirely in the box in Studio M. Pushing the boundaries and bringing you a sound experience like never before!

Learn how to mix kick & bass in dance music with 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This course shares the secretes of leveling, compression, clipping, eq, and everything you need to achieve a balanced low end in any mix. Mixing kick and bass is the key to a professional sound in EDM, House, and any other style of club music.

Step inside Studio I, where the Mixing and Mastering magic truly comes to life! Luca Pretolesi will be showcasing the Bettermaker Master Limiter 2.0. He will explore its new features, elevating the game in terms of quality, functionality and control within your DAW. Joining Luca on this journey is none other than Maro from Bettermaker, the visionary and creator behind this hardware. Let’s get ready to dive into the next level of audio mastery!

Learn how to mix vocals with UAD Spark Plugins with Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game. This complete vocal processing tutorial covers every step to mix lead vocals and backgrounds to perfection with EQ, Compression, Saturation, and Special FX. UAD Spark Plugins are the same famous sound quality without the requirement of an Apollo interface or Satellite hardware. These VST plugins are 100% Native in the box. Download Reid's personal presets after watching the full course to mix your vocals like a pro with UAD Spark.

Luca Pretolesi dives into the art of creating the perfect mix template - a game changer for achieving consistency and efficiency in your workflow. The key? Developing a starting point that ensures smooth navigation through any mix no matter if you’re working with 10 stems, 50 stems or 100 stems. Your template is the foundation that sets the tone for every mix. Repeatable, scalable and customized to your style - this is how you approach a mix with confidence every time.

Learn how to achieve extra wide reverb with Luca Pretolesi using Valhalla Room! In this episode, he demonstrates his unique techniques to expand your soundstage. Perfect for adding depth and space to your tracks, this is also a fantastic sound design trick!

Learn how to mix and master dance hits from scratch with 11x Grammy NominatedEngineer Luca Pretolesi. This is Part 1 inside the session of Dillon Francis’s 2023 Hit“Goodies” This course steps you through tips and tricks for EQ, Compression,Clipping, Limiting, and more. Follow along from start to finish to learn every step inmixing and mastering industry standard loudness and dynamics in your tracks.

This course focuses on enhancing perceived loudness through parallel compression techniques. You'll learn how to effectively use the SSL Buss Compressor 2 and Tone Projects Unisum to shape dynamics, preserve punch, and achieve professional-level loudness. Practical sessions demonstrate blending compressed and uncompressed signals to maintain clarity while increasing impact.

The course focuses on identifying and avoiding common mistakes when working with kick drums. The course highlights pitfalls that can lead to a weak or muddy kick sound, helping you to craft punchy, clear, and powerful kick drums in your tracks.

Behind the scenes with Luca Pretolesi in Studio I, where the magic happens. Sharing his approach and mindset on the incredible track "Hungover" by John Summit & Mathame highlighting that killer synth line. It's all about bringing out its full potential and letting the element shine!

How to mix low end in your tracks like Luca Pretolesi. Learn tips and tricks for bass clarity and balance in your mix using EQ, Saturation, Dynamic shaping, and more. Create punch and movement in the low frequencies of any track using these highly sought after techniques from an 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer

Luca Pretolesi shares his personal vocal mixing tips & tricks for Tech House. Look inside the final mix session for Wax Motif’s track “On the Low” to learn special FX processing to enhance the vocals in your mix.

In this course, we explore the use of tape emulation to enhance electronic music production, focusing on tracks like Diplo’s and Benny Benassi’s Toma Toma. You'll learn how to apply analog warmth, saturation, and texture using tape plugins, improving depth and character in your mixes.

Get ready for an extended breakdown! Luca Pretolesi is taking a deep dive into the remix of Benny Benassi iconic track “Satisfaction” with Zamna Soundsystem b& Andro. Get an inside look at some of the most exciting and impactful decisions made to elevate the remix to a whole new level

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his brand new update to Diamond Lift 4, by Acoustic Audio and Studio DMI. This plugin tutorial is a first look at how to use Diamond Lift 4 to achieve a dynamic mix and master. Luca will demonstrate his personal workflow and how he approaches mixing drums and bass, and mastering using Diamond Lift 4.

Learn Mixing Kick & Bass in Tech House from Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi. This course covers the basics of phase allignment, sidechain compression, multiband distortion, clipping, and low end. Luca explains how he processes drums and bass with both analog gear and plugins, then compares the mix to the same techniques with plugins in the box.

In this course, you'll learn how to creatively use iZotope Trash—a powerful multiband saturation plugin to enhance cohesion and character on the stereo buss. We'll explore how unconventional processing can act as a "glue," subtly binding your mix elements together while adding unique tonal color and excitement.

Learn how to Master hpouse tracks in Ableton 12 with 100% Stock Plugins using Reid Stefan's updated 2025 Mymixlab Master Chain. This course covers all the setup steps from gain staging,eq,dynamics,saturation,clipping,limiting, and more! Download the final preset as an ADG file to easily drag and drop into any Ableton Project

MYMIXLAB presents Clip2Zero! Clip2Zero is all of your clipping needs in one plugin featuring…  - Clipper and Loudness that can be used on busses or mastering - A Drive Knob with a clipping threshold of 6 different modes - Hard, Hard Pro, Soft Pro, Ultra Soft and Ultra Soft Pro - Maximizer Mode with Brick Wall to Zero - Customisable Waveform Visualizer - Oversampling mode from 2 to 16 times oversampling - PCM and Peak Limiting functionality - Input Peak RMS - Output Peak RMS - Gain Reduction   All of these features under the hood of this beautiful plugin to uncuff your Clipping capabilities.   

Learn how to balance your mix like a pro with Luca's Pretolesi's top 5 tips for perfect results in any track. Learn how to use EQ, Limiting, Reference Tracks, and avoid common leveling mistakes in this complete mix & master session for Sidepiece's track Sextacy

Studio One is the DAW of choice for 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi. In this course he shows you how to build his mixing template from scratch using Studio One 5. Luca teaches you how to create tracks, organize, processing, gain staging, and mastering. This course is your complete mixing and mastering template and you can download the projects to use for your next mix.

This course explores how to create wide, immersive mixes using SpaceControl2 Pro. You'll learn techniques for spatial audio processing, enhancing stereo width, and placing elements precisely in the mix.

Hands on experience with analog dynamics processing using the Bettermaker Mastering Limiter 2.0, focusing on analog limiting and clipping techniques. Explore mastering-level signal control, learning how to transparently limit peaks and creatively apply clipping for tone shaping.

This course focuses on using a specific technique to develop a solid groove between piano and bass. It explores how to create a tight, rhythmic connection between these two elements, emphasizing the interplay of their roles in rhythm and harmony helping to establish a dynamic, cohesive musical foundation that drives the groove forward.

Uncover the technical intricacies behind a robust Reggaeton master using Natti Natasha - "Tu Perrota". Luca Pretolesi will be navigating through his process, explaining his techniques when it comes to clipping and how to handle transient. Let's get loud!

Join Luca Pretolesi as he delves into the world of analog emulation using FabFilter Pro MB, FabFilter Pro Q, FabFilter C and Space Control! Witness the magic of working entirely in the box as we explore the art of using these plugins on the drum, bass and stereo buss to achieve unparalleled thickness and separation. This isn't just for house music, these techniques transcend genres. Let's take your sound to new heights! 

Balancing vocals on loud mixes isn't just an art, it's a science. Dive in with Luca Pretolesi as he shares some of his wisdom when it comes to crafting the perfect mix and carving out more headroom in your mixes to make your vocals shine.

PART 2: Learn how to mix and master dance hits from scratch with 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This is Part 2 inside the session of Dillon Francis’s 2023 Hit“Goodies”. This course steps you through tips and tricks for EQ, Compression,Clipping, Limiting, and more. Follow along from start to finish to learn every step in mixing and mastering industry standard loudness and dynamics in your tracks.

Introducing Pakbot a 19 year old MyMixLab subscriber from Italy who submitted an energetic vocal driven house track that featured a wide variety of musical influences in the production, but needed the final 10% of the mixing and mastering re-done by Luca! In this 45+ minute four part course Luca walks you through how he did the final mix and master from session prep, processing synths, drums, vocals, and master buss! Download Luca’s Studio One Template and 3 FabFilter presets after watching the videos! Two weeks ago we announced our new Fix My Mix series where subscribers of MyMixLab can submit their mixes to be finished by 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi or Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game! Since then we’ve received so many amazing track submissions and you can submit your music for next month’s Fix My Mix here!

House Legend Jon Kong shares his personal workflow for mixing techno drums in Logic Pro. This tutorial covers which elements drum to approach first, how to sculpt a perfect kick, multiband transient shaping, bringing each element to life using creative compression, processing techniques with various EQs, when and how to apply analog and mid/side saturation, and creative tremolo techniques to add movement to your high end information. Additionally, Jon shares his personal mixing presets from this course, and they are available below for download.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after mixing techniques from Diplo "On My Mind" ft. Sidepiece which recently became the top house track across Spotify, clubs, and radio playlists worldwide. Luca Pretolesi gives an in-depth look into his personal template and workflow in five part series processing drums, bass, synths, and vocals separately before his final master chain. This course explains the "in the box" plugin workflow for you to apply to your mixes as well as a complete overview of Luca's hybrid and analog mixing approach.

Dialing in that clean, punchy low end can make or break your track. Luca Pretolesi's pro tip is Soothe 2! Get that pro level clarity without sacrificing your master.

In this course, we’ll explore how to glue your synths with your vocal bus using FabFilter Saturn 2, Pro-Q 4, and Soothe 2. You’ll learn how to shape tone, control harshness, and blend elements smoothly so your mix feels tight and unified—all with tools that give you precision and vibe.

This course covers the essential techniques and best practices for optimizing your export from proper levels and headroom to file formats and resolution.

The course focuses on using 5 different clippers to manage a loud mix. It covers techniques for applying clipping to prevent distortion, maintain audio integrity, and achieve a balanced, professional sound. The course will teach how to creatively use clipping for adding warmth and texture while preserving dynamic range, ensuring the mix remains clear and impactful.

Luca Pretolesi is taking it old school with one of the oldest techniques in the book with a modern twist: gluing compression on your stereo bus. Watch him showcase this using SSL Compressor for that perfect polished sound!

No matter your musical style or tempo, muddy mixes are a common hurdle we all face. Join Luca Pretolesi as he walks through his expert approach to conquering that muddiness to achieve that pristine sound!

Luca Pretolesi Mixing Electronic Dance Music Tutorial using 100% Acustica Audio and Studio DMI Plugins. Learn the basics of EQ, Saturation, Compression, Dynamics, and Clipping from an 11x Grammy Nominated engineer using his own personal tools. This course covers Diamond Transient, Diamond Lift, Diamond EQ, El Rey, SpaceControl, and Magic Flow.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his mix preparation workflow and explains how to start your mix like a pro. Learn his techniques for Stereo Bus, Drums, Synths, and Mastering from scratch.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after multiband mastering techniques with FabFilter Saturn 2. Take your masters to the next level by learning how to use multiband saturation like a pro. This course covers all the new features offered in Saturn 2, including High quality mode, Saturation, Envelopes, Modulation, Expansion, and EQ.

Mix vocals with Waves StudioRack and Reid Stefan Realest Puppet in the Game as he creates a pop vocal template using Waves StudioRack v11 and other waves plugins. Create a perfect lead vocal chain for clarity and brightness in any pop vocal. Mix your doubles, harmonies, and adlibs instantly with Reid’s signal flow in Pro Tools.

Learn how to effectively use time-based effects like reverb, delay, and modulation to enhance depth, space, and dimension in your mixes. This course covers the creative and technical aspects of using these effects to add clarity, emotion, and polish to your tracks.

Use a dynamic EQ to enhance the separation and clarity in your master track. You'll explore how to target specific frequency ranges dynamically, allowing them to evolve in real-time. This helps achieve a more transparent and defined mix, making individual elements stand out without over-processing or making drastic changes.

Exploring the world of engineering, Luca Pretolesi delves into the power of mid side EQ using FabFilter Pro Q 3. Understanding this approach will allow you to reshape your mix with precision.

Learn the basics of Acoustic Treatment and Studio Setup from a professional Studio Designer. Gavin Haverstick founded Haverstick Designs which has helped build over 5,000 Studios worldwide from notable clients across the music industry like Luca Pretolesi's Studio DMI. Luca interviews Gavin and covers the beginner basics of how to setup your home studio, plus pro tips and tricks to fine-tune your room.

In this course, 3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi teaches you how to use Sidechain Compression to mix vocals. He shares 3 techniques to sidechain lead vocals, background vocals, and synths. Use your Kick or vocal as a sidechain input in this creative mixing course inside the session for Promises by Diplo

Introducing MIDI Culture a music producer and MyMixLab subscriber from Romania who submitted a rap vocal driven house track that featured a wide variety of musical influences in the production, but needed the final 10% of the mixing and mastering re-done by Luca! In this 33+ minute two part course Luca walks you through how he did the final mix and master from session prep, processing synths, drums, vocals, and master buss! Download Luca’s 3 plugin presets after watching the videos!

DJ Henry Fong is known for creating some of the biggest festival bangers in EDM year after year. Henry Fong’s music has been supported by the biggest DJs in the industry and his touring career has reached every corner of the globe. His signature reggae influences make his music instantly recognizable and unique. In this course Henry Fong opens the Ableton session from his latest single “BOOM” featuring Common Kings to share his personal workflow and plugin settings for processing EDM styled Reggae tracks 100% in the box. Watch all four parts to learn how to process guitars, drums, bass, vocals, and master chain.

Mastering maestro Luca Pretolesi dives into complex compression techniques using Fabfilter Pro C2. Compression in mastering can be a delicate balance, it can transform the track's intention or it can enhance its beauty. Tune in as we explore some tips and tricks using the song "I Need U" from Sidepiece. Let's uncover the artistry behind compression.

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! 

We're excited to share a special video with you! Luca Pretolesi will be breaking down his Mixing and Mastering process for our friend Diplo's brand new track with Kura, "Favela Joint". Stay tuned to gain some insider Mixing and Mastering tricks and uncover the magic behind the music!

Learn how to master your tracks loud for Spotify. 3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi explains his workflow for mastering and loudness for Spotify and other online music streaming platforms. This tutorial covers techniques for EQ. Clipping, and more. Learn how to perfectly analyze, compare, and level your tracks for their final online delivery format.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after techniques for loud mixes. Learn how to balance your tone and levels for optimal loudness before your master chain. Watch the 20+ minute tutorial and download Luca’s FabFilter Limiter and EQ presets to finish your mix!

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.

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!

In the world of mastering, we encounter those extra loud yet somewhat flat masters, but there’s always room for improvement. Join Luca Pretolesi as he restores that mighty kick and bass punch, infusing your music with the power it deserves!

Learn how to master hit songs like "Motion" by Ty Dolla $ign with 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi. Dive inside the session to learn professional mastering tips and tricks for EQ, Sidechain, Dynamics, Clipping, and Limiting. Follow along from scratch to re-create Luca's legendary mastering chain in your DAW.

11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi emulates his famous analog master chain on Drake's hit single "Massive" using 100% FabFilter Plugins in the box. Learn his personal techniques for EQ, Dynamics, Sidechain, Expansion, Limiting, and more. This courses utilizes FabFilter Pro-Q3, FabFilter Pro-L2, FabFilter Pro-G, FabFilter Pro-C2, and includes 7 presets for you to download and master your own tracks.

Learn how to mix Drums in Tech House from Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi. This course covers the basics of EQ, sidechain compression, multiband distortion, clipping, and low end balance. These techniques will help you achieve overall louder mixes with controlled dynamics.

In this 3 part series, 3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi takes you through his process of mid / side processing for mixing, and mastering with FabFilter Pro-Q 3 and Diamond Color EQ 3. The techniques learned in this course can be used technically to fix or enhance your song, or can be used as a creative tool for tonal shaping and sound design. Additionally, Luca shares his personal mixing and mastering presets from this course, and they are available below to download.

Reid Stefan Realest Puppet in the game teaches you how to use UAD Console App to setup Latency Free Vocal Chains, Microphone Gain, Preamp Settings, Apollo Tips & Tricks. Learn everything from inputs to outputs on your interface and maximize your vocal workflow with Console!

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Engineer Luca Pretolesi teaches you how to balance headroom and loudness before mixing & Mastering. These are the first steps to every mix that allow for the correct volume and loudness going into your plugins. Learn how to route, level, and organize your tracks for a professional mixing and mastering workflow and the best possible sound quality.

Luca Pretolesi showcases a classic production technique rooted in the sounds of the 90's - sidechaining a trans gate synth with reverb. This approach creates a rhythmic pulse and fluid movement, bringing life and groove to a track. By carefully shaping how the reverb breathes through the sidechain, you can achieve that signature vibe heard in countless timeless records. Intentional techniques like this are what makes music stand out and resonate!

Luca Pretolesi is covering drum mixing using one of the coolest projects done here at the studio, “Receipts” by Diplo & Mau P. A simple action combine with the right mindset can make a huge difference in how your drums cut through a mix. Tune in and see how small adjustments can lead to big improvements!

Luca Prestolesi teaches you how to add width and space to the basslines in your tracks. This trick allows you to create side frequencies, upper mids, and harmonic saturation in your sound like a pro. Subscribe to watch this video plus new courses every week!

Learn How To create Brightness in your mixes and masters without creating Harshness. 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi shares his personal tips and tricks for Dynamic EQ, Compression, Stereo Width, and Limiting for you to enhance the high frequency clarity of your songs. Try professional tips and tricks for enhancing your sound without harshness in your mixes using these plugin settings from an award winning engineer.

Luca Pretolesi shares his mastering tips and tricks for Multiband Compression. This Tutorial focuses on using FabFilter Pro MB to shape the tone and dynamics of your master.

Compression is one of the most fundamental processes in audio. It not only controls the level of your sound, but adds unique tone and shape. To better understand compression Reid Stefan teaches you the purpose and difference between compression threshold, ratio, attack, release, and more! Learn how to apply compression to Male and Female Vocals in this beginner basics course!

Inside the mix: Luca Pretolesi takes you behind the scenes of one of his latest mixing and mastering sessions, breaking down the techniques that brought this track to life. Hope you’re able to take away some valuable tips and apply them to your own projects!

Knowing when and how to compress the low end is crucial for a tight well-balanced mix, and is something that should always be considered! Watch closely as Luca Pretolesi shares a few key tricks to get that perfect low end compression!

Luca Pretolesi is bringing you a BTS experience on his favorite track of the month! He is opening the vault to revisit a Stem Mix/Master he did on a song called "In My Room" by Todiefor Stay tuned as Luca highlights some tricks that have never been shared on MyMixLab!

Luca Pretolesi walks through SoundID Reference and its new features showcasing headphone calibration and why it’s critical in production, mixing and mastering. Also, as a special promotion, SoundID Reference is available to MyMixLab users at 20% off through November 14th! Click on the banner on the MyMixLab.com homepage for details!

Step in the studio with Luca Pretolesi, as he unveils the art of Multi Bus FX Processing. Learn the magic of using a bussing system to feed into reverb or delay, creating a cohesive sonic masterpiece without cluttering your inserts. Stay locked in with Luca's insights!

PART 2: Learn how to mix and master dance hits from scratch with 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This is Part 2 inside the session of Dillon Francis’s 2023 Hit“Goodies”. This course steps you through tips and tricks for EQ, Compression,Clipping, Limiting, and more. Follow along from start to finish to learn every step in mixing and mastering industry standard loudness and dynamics in your tracks.

Learn how to master your songs with FabFilter plugins. Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In the Game masters “Gamechangers” by Easy McCoy from scratch using FabFilter for EQ, Compression, Dynamics, and Loudness.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his Mid/Side Multiband Exciting mixing techniques using the Ozone 9’s Exciter. This plugin tutorial covers how to use the Mid/Side mode properly, how oversampling within the Exciter works, when to add 2nd and 3rd harmonics in your mix, the best frequencies to target when using multiband exciting, how to gain stage and increase perceived loudness of your mix without adding volume, and which saturation modes work best with each band. Specifically, Luca demonstrates on how he personally approaches mixing drums and synths using Mid/Side excitement within Ozone 9.

In this episode, we explore how to choose the right reference track to guide your mix or production. You'll learn what to listen for—like tonal balance, stereo width, and dynamics—and how to match your reference track to your genre, desired sound, and production goals.

Dive into the world of high-energy trance as we break down and mix Armin van Buuren’s electrifying Ultra Miami 2025 Intro.

In this course, you’ll learn how to create more energy during your build-ups. We’ll focus on how to keep the flow dynamic and maintain high energy levels to drive the play forward making your build-ups more dynamic and effective.

Let's get back in the lab with Luca Pretolesi where he will be covering the topic of drum mixing using iZotope's Neutron 5. Why navigate through a sea of plugins when Neutron 5 does it all? When it comes to mixing, every detail counts!

Unlock the true potential of your mix with Ozone 11! By utilizing saturation, you can effortlessly change the color of your mix, adding tonal balance, harmonics and enhanced loudness. Dialing in the right saturation not only shapes the character, but also helps widen your mix, giving it that polished professional sound. A subtle touch can bring out warmth and clarity. Experiment with these tools and listen to your mix come alive! 

Luca Pretolesi will be shedding light on the highly requested topic of 808's, offering insights into his creative mindset and sharing exclusive presets! Learn how to craft round, powerful 808's with massive low-end, achieving multiple production goals with simple actions.

Explore the power of mastering with just one plugin as Luca Pretolesi showcases the versatility and efficiency of Ozone 11 by iZotope. Using Artsy Moods track to highlight its comprehensive suite of features to fine-tune your tracks and ensure optimal sound quality, so that whether you're in the studio or on the go, you can test your master with ease!

Learn how to add stereo width and depth to your master with 6x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This course covers modern plugin tips & tricks to enhance your master stereo image. Learn how to use Mid Side EQ, Saturation, and Imaging plugins like a pro and download Luca’s personal presets to apply to your own tracks.

Luca Pretolesi shares his mixing tips and tricks for Pianos in House Music. Learn how to process the EQ, Dynamics, and Saturation of your pianos for modern clarity in your tracks.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his saturation secrets for tonal balance in your mix. Use iZotope Exciter like an EQ and compare the results between saturation and eq in a mix.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his audio analyzing tips & tricks using Melda MAnalzyer to measure audio dynamics, EQ, loudness, and more. Learn all the features inside Luca’s favorite metering plugin to enhance your view of any mix.

This course covers the top mistakes to avoid when using compression during the mastering process. You'll learn how to identify and fix common issues like over compression, poor attack and release settings, and misjudging dynamics, ensuring your tracks retain clarity, punch, and professional quality.

Parallel processing for the win! Watch Luca Pretolesi show how you can bring the perfect amount of energy and excitement to your track. Simple techniques, major results! 

Discover the mastering chain behind Gordo and Drake's track, "Sideways", from Gordo's incredible album DIAMANTE. Join Luca Pretolesi as he replicates the hardware you see on his desk directly into Ozone 11 to create that perfect mastering chain.

Let’s talk mastering with Luca Pretolesi and how to improve dynamics and clarity on your master! Using our friend Junior Sanchez track “So Hype” as an example, let’s explore some points to enhance your dynamic response and clarity by using Ozone 11 modules pre-limiting. Check out these tips and elevate your mastering game!

Unlock the secrets to widening your bass with Luca Pretolesi! Explore essential techniques for expanding your bass spectrum and achieving that sought-after spaciousness. It's all about pinpointing the right strategies and emphasizing the source to attain the desired width. Get ready to elevate your bass game with precision and expertise!

Join Luca Pretolesi for an in-depth exploration of drum and bass mixing, including insights into groove and dynamics manipulation across various genres like house music, tech house and beyond. Learn how strategic dynamics control can enhance groove and seamlessly shift tempo, while uncovering essential plugins for achieving these results!  

Today Luca Pretolesi will be exploring modulation, demonstrating how to dynamically shape your synths buss with the precision of Dynamic EQ. These techniques, showcased using a special track by our talented friend Greta, transcend mere mixing - they're powerful tools in the production arsenal. Modulation introduces a dynamic range that's anything but consistent, and that's where the magic happens!

Learn how to enhance the dynamics of your master using FabFilter Pro Q3 and Luca Pretolesi's personal preset for Mid Side dynamic EQ. This course teaches you the basics of Mid Side Processing, Expansion, Compression, and stereo width enhancements using SpaceControl. Download Luca's Preset to use his exact EQ settings in your mix.

Learn Mixing Drums using Parallel Compression techniques from Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi. This course teaches you his advanced dynamic and tone shaping drum mixing tips using parallel processing.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi takes you through his process of Mastering 2022 Hit House track “Taraka” using his signature Hybrid workflow. The goal of series it not only to improving mixing and mastering skills, but also improve your speed and efficiency of completing a mix with both analog gear and plugins. Download Luca’s personal mixing and mastering presets from this course to finish your tracks like a pro!

Learn Mixing Drums & Bass in Dubstep and HipHop from Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi. This course covers the basics of Leveling, Processing, and mix down workflow. Learn how to balance the low end of your tracks like a pro with perfect drums and bass levels.

Master your tracks in Ableton with 100% Stock Plugins in Reid Stefan’s complete course to create a Master Chain from scratch in Ableton 11. This course covers everything from Gain Staging, Compression, Transients, Multiband Dynamics, EQ, Clipping, Limiting and more. Watch the 18+ minute course and download Reid’s finished chain after the course!

Learn how to Master your tracks like 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This Limiter Basics course covers the best features in FabFilter Pro-L2 from beginners to advanced tips. Learn how to manipulate your sound with Overampling, Lookahead, and more in this complete plugin course.

Learn how to mix vocals like 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This course covers his complete vocal chain from basic EQ and compression to advanced reverb chains, sidechain techniques, multiband processing, and more!

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares multiband mixing techniques in FabFilter Pro-MB. This plugin tutorial covers the beginner basics of sidechain, expansion, compression, and everything you need to use FabFilter Pro-MB and all of it’s features. Learn how to manipulate your sound like a pro using this essential mixing tool.

This course teaches mixing and mastering engineers how to build strong, lasting relationships with clients by improving communication, setting clear expectations, and delivering consistent, high-quality results. It covers strategies for earning trust, handling feedback professionally, and positioning yourself as a reliable, collaborative partner in the creative process.

This course explores the key differences between headphones and speakers, covering how each device delivers sound, their ideal use cases, and the technical and experiential distinctions between personal and shared audio. It helps learners understand which audio solution best suits different listening environments and preferences.

Explore the sonic characteristics and technical differences between analog and digital saturation. You will analyze how each type of saturation affects audio signals, compare real world hardware and software examples, and learn practical applications for mixing and sound design.

Luca Pretolesi dives into the power of the latest version of Neutron 5 to bring out the clarity and character of your synths. The improvements are immediately noticeable, making it a powerful tool for polishing your synth or any instrument really.

Luca Pretolesi is breaking down everything you need to know about our Studio DMI plugins to help you snag the best Black Friday deals! Whether you’re looking to refine your mixes or elevate your sound, these tools are the ultimate game changers. Don’t miss out, this is your chance to maximize your workflow and achieve next level results with the plug-ins we swear by

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!

Explore the creative power of SpaceControl! Join Luca Pretolesi for an advanced tutorial on this versatile plugin from Acustica Audio and Studio DMI. Learn the art of phasing control, widening, and EQing techniques and elevate your mixing and mastering game!

Kicking off 2024 with a deep dive into the technical realms of Melodic Techno! Join Luca Pretolesi as he shares crucial mixdown tips that can elevate your production or mixing game. In our first video of the new year, we're using our friend Gordo track "With You" as our canvas. Let the melodic techno journey begin! 

How to enhance house tracks like a pro with 11x Grammy Nominated Mastering Engineer Luca Pretolesi 💎 Learn how to shape your dynamics for loud, clear, and impactful mixdowns that translate in the club and streaming. Shape your tone with Multiband EQ and harmonic saturation to achieve professional results with industry standard loudness. 🔥 subscribe to watch this full course plus new videos every week 📲

11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi shares his top mixing mistakes for Reverb on vocals. Learn the difference between the correct and incorrect ways to apply reverb to vocals for a professional mixed result in your tracks. These tips and tricks apply in any DAW with any Reverb plugins for you to try in your sessions.

Reid Stefan teaches you how to mix your instrumentals and vocals with iZotope Neutron 4. This tutorial features tips and tricks for Unmasking, Exciter, Compressor, Equalizer, and more. Learn how to enhance your beats and vocals for a professionally polished mix in any pop, rap, EDM, or R&B song.

If Cubase is your DAW of choice, this is your beginner’s guide to creating your first Master chain! Reid Stefan Realest Puppet in the game shows you how to build a master chain from scratch to reach industry loudness in LUFS.

Learn how to master Lo-Fi tracks like 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This course covers his complete master chain from basic EQ and compression to advanced stereo imaging, clipping, transients, multiband processing, and more! This course compares and contrasts a Lo-Fi and Hi-Fi Master chain and offers 5 plugin presets for you to use in your sessions.

Learn how to control and shape the low-end frequencies of your bus. Soothe 2 allow you to fine-tune these frequencies for better clarity, balance, and impact in your mix.

In this week's episode, Luca Pretolesi will break down the real difference between a loud master and a dynamic master. It's not about changing the intent of the track, it's about tweaking the crest factor to fit the vision. Whether you're chasing clarity or impact, mastering is all in the details!

Join Luca Pretolesi as he explains the intricacies of multi-buss metering strategy! Learn how metering can enhance your mixing decisions and become a crucial tool in your arsenal. While it may not produce a sound, its impact on your workflow is undeniable! 

Discover the secrets to de-harshing your master with Luca Pretolesi! Explore techniques to eliminate resonance and ringing. Creating a smoother, more open, brighter and cleaner sound.  

Luca Pretolesi shares his techniques on achieving a tight low end in your pop master! Let's discover how to use spectral mode to gain greater control over the low end without compromising the punch. This is perfect for tightening up your mix, ensuring that everything sits together seamlessly!

Take a tour of Luca Pretolesi’s personal mixing and mastering console in Studio I at Studio DMI Las Vegas. Learn about how he mixes and masters artists like Drake, Diplo, Major Lazer, Skrillex, and more in this complete guide to analog gear, signal flow, and hybrid setup techniques. This exclusive look into his workspace will help you better understand the tools used to mix and master 11x Grammy Nominated hit songs and more.

Reid Stefan teaches you how to sidechain mix in Pro Tools with Soothe 2 by OEK Sound. This Plugins is a unique multiband compression plugin that can automatically detect and remove harsh frequencies. Reid shows how to mix lead vocals, sidechain compression, kick, and bass all with Soothe 2

In this week’s all new course, Reid Stefan teaches his complete vocal stacking workflow for bigger and wider vocal. hooks. This tutorial covers everything from recording, panning, plugins, and more. Learn how to layer and harmonize your voice like a pro inside the session of the song Tempo by KARRA

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his brand tips & tricks for louder mastering levels. This course steps you through all the plugins, workflow, metering, and leveling techniques to psh your tracks to the loudest possible volume with professional sounding results!

Reid Stefan teaches you the beginner basics of EQ using FabFilter Pro Q-3. This course covers the common EQ shapes, spectrum meters, dynamic EQ, phase functions, and more. Learn how to shape your tone like a pro with this two part 20 minute series that breaks down everything you need to master your EQ.

Mix your vocals like a pro with Ableton 11 Stock Plugins in Reid Stefan’s complete course to create a Vocals Template from scratch. This course covers everything to create a basic Dry Vocal Chain from EQ, Saturation, Compression, Multiband Compression, Wet FX, and more. Watch the two parts separated into Dry and Wet effects for your complete guide to your next vocal template!

Learn how to master Hip Hop tracks In The Box like 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This course covers his complete master chain from basic EQ and compression to advanced stereo imaging, clipping, multiband processing, and more inside the mastering session of the track “Jungle Mantra” By Pusha T and Vince Staples for the Netflix series White Tiger.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after multiband mixing techniques with FabFilter Saturn 2. Take your mix to the next level by learning how to use multiband saturation like a pro. In this course, 3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after multiband mixing techniques with FabFilter Saturn 2. After watching this tutorial you will have learned how to dial in rhythmic multiband saturation using the new envelope features in Saturn 2, which will add movement, energy and dimension to any mix. This course covers all the new features offered in Saturn 2, including High quality mode, Saturation, Envelopes, Modulation, Expansion, and EQ.

Dutch Dance producer Legend Maarten Vortwek shares his creative kick creation techniques of chopping, mixing, layering Kick Drums

This course explores the creative, technical, and professional differences between mixing your own music and working as a mix engineer for other artists. You'll learn how personal vision shapes self-mixing, versus how communication, objectivity, and client expectations play key roles when mixing for others. Topics include workflow, decision-making and feedback handling.

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! 

Luca Pretolesi is taking the reins to put our sound to the ultimate quality test! From the final product of his Mixing and Mastering to Spotify's stage, he ensures our tracks maintain their brilliance for a lifetime

Luca Pretolesi shares tips and tricks from the official mastering session for Dylan & Harry's house hit " Give It To You Like." Learn how to use Compression, Sidechain, Multiband, EQ, Clipping, Stereo Width, and more for industry standard loudness that translates in any speakers. Apply these techniques to your songs for amazing results in any style of dance music, house or EDM mastering.

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.

Learn how to master your songs louder using Saturation with 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi. In this course you'll be maximizing the LUFS, RMS, and Perceived Loudness of your tracks using FabFilter Saturn 2 for Multiband Dynamic Saturation. This lesson covers advanced Envelope routing, Dynamic Processing, and Mid Side techniques. Learn how to setup Luca's personal preset "Saturation for Loudness" and download that preset to add to your tracks after watching the course.

Learn how to improve your tracks with master automation from 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer Luca Pretolesi. Create movement, excitement, and extra punch in any track like a pro using automation on Compression, EQ, Stereo Width, and Volume Levels. Dive into the mastering session for DJ 4B’s single “Louder” in this in-depth walkthrough of master automation.

Learn how to mix & master retro, synth wave, and funk tracks with classic emulation plugins. Reid Stefan teaches you how to re-create the sound of vintage analog gear with plugins for mixing & mastering retro vibes!

In this course, 3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi teaches you how to use SpaceControl. SpaceControl is a stereo width plugin by Hardwell, Luca Pretolesi & Studio DMI, and Acustica Audio. This plugin tutorial by Luca Pretolesi shows the multiband width features that make this plugin great for mixing and mastering EDM.

Reid Stefan teaches you the beginner basics of Clipping using StandardClip. This course covers the common Clipping features such as Saturation, audio meters, Oversampling, ceiling, and more. Learn how to shape your tone like a pro with this 13+ minute tutorial that breaks down everything you need to master your Clipping Plugins.

Introducing Kurd Maverick a German music producer and MyMixLab subscriber who submitted a funky house track that featured a wide variety of musical influences in the production, but needed the final 10% of the mixing and mastering re-done by Luca! In this 28+ minute course Luca walks you through how he did the final mix and master from session prep, processing synths, drums, vocals, and master buss! Download Luca’s 3 plugin presets after watching the videos! In December 2020 we announced our new Fix My Mix series where subscribers of MyMixLab can submit their mixes to be finished by 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi or Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game! Since then we’ve received so many amazing track submissions and you can submit your music for next month’s Fix My Mix here!

No Evil by Karra is one of Reid Stefan’s most popular productions of 2020, and now you get to look inside the Pro Tools session and learn all the tricks to mix vocals like a pro! This course covers everything from lead vocal chain, mixing doubles, harmonies, adlibs, FX, and more!

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's episode is all things drum loops! In a unique twist, Luca Pretolesi will tackle an unfamiliar track, demonstrating his reactive approach and how to seamlessly integrate and improve your drum loops within the context of the song. Let's dive into the specifics and strategize your mixing to achieve the best result possible!

11x Grammy Mixing & Mastering nominated Luca Pretolesi shares his mixing tips and tricks to avoid the most common mistakes during production.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi gives you a tour of Studio DMI where he mixes and masters hit song and albums across Dance, Pop, and Hip Hip music. Take a complete walkthrough of his facilities for Recording, production, mixing, mastering, and Dolby Atmos Surround Sound. Studio DMI is in Las Vegas Nevada and is home to both Luca Pretolesi and his assistant engineer Robert Guzman. This studio provides all services from Stem Mixing, Stereo Master, Surround Sound Mixing, and more!

In this course, Reid Stefan teaches you how to use SpaceControl. SpaceControl is a stereo width plugin by Hardwell, Luca Pretolesi & Studio DMI, and Acustica Audio. This plugin tutorial by shows the multiband width features that make this plugin great for mixing and mastering EDM.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after techniques for Re-Mastering finished tracks. This tutorial teaches you how to re-create the dynamics and loudness of old releases or mastered beats for a modern update.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi takes you through his process of mixing drums in Surf Mesa & Bipolar Sunshine 2021 Dance track “Losing My Mind” from scratch using 100% plugins In The Box. The goal of series it not only to improving mixing and mastering skills, but also improve your speed and efficiency of completing a mix. Additionally, Luca’s personal Drum presets from this course are available below to download.

Learn how to Mix any Loop or Track without stems with Luca Pretolesi. Learn his personal secrets for rebalancing instruments without individual audio tracks of each layer. This course steps you through how to isolate certain sounds or frequencies with EQ, Soothe 2, Compression, and Imaging.

In this week’s all new course, Reid Stefan teaches his complete vocal chain and workflow for recording vocals like a pro. This tutorial covers everything from the mic, to hardware processing, into the Apollo interface and Console app where Reid creates a headphone mix for any vocalist. This course also covers the correct levels for recording vocals with and without hardware in between your microphone and interface. After recording vocals Reid uses LUFS metering plugins to check the levels of vocals against other mix groups such as Drums, synths, and mastering.

In this 3 part series, 3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi takes you through his process of mid / side processing for mixing, and mastering in Studio One. The techniques learned in this course can be used technically to fix or enhance your song, or can be used as a creative tool for tonal shaping and sound design. Additionally, Luca shares his personal mixing and mastering presets from this course, and they are available below to download. Plugins used in this course include: FabFilter Pro-C, FabFilter Pro-Q 3, and FabFilter Saturn 2

Multiband compression to enhance the sound of acoustic drums. We’ll explore how to control different frequency ranges independently to tighten the low end, add clarity to mids, and preserve the high frequencies. Gain hands on experience with techniques for improving dynamics, ensuring your drum tracks sound balanced, punchy, and professional.

Luca Pretolesi exploring the new features of FabFilter Pro-Q 4 with a focus on mastering. Tap in to see these highlights and how you can integrate them into your workflow for a cleaner, more polished master!

Luca Pretolesi breaks down the technique of using parallel clipping for loud and punchy drums! This is a great approach for achieving maximum loudness without sacrificing clarity. By applying parallel clipping at the end of your mix, you can enhance the drums' impact and bring out the best in your tracks. Try it out and experience the difference! 

Tap in with Luca Pretolesi and learn how to infuse depth and excitement using production techniques like re-pitch and parallel stems for enhanced definition, separation and overall vibe.

Luca Pretolesi is here to guide you through the intricacies of mixing pre-processed vocal stems, a frequent challenge in engineering. Exploring the strategic decisions involved, aimed at preserving the original producer's intent while elevating the overall quality and sound.

A Mastering mindset is remembering that it's not about reinventing the mix, but enhancing it! Luca Pretolesi is going to guide us through the top mistakes to avoid when it comes to mastering. Stay tuned, so you know what not to do so that you bring your song to its full potential!

How To Master Tiesto & Ty Dolla $ign “The Business” 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer LucaPretolesi shares his step-by-step process to master hit songs. Open up the official session to learn tips & trips for Multiband Compression, Stereo Width, and Loudness.

Luca Pretolesi shares his personal tips & tricks using Soothe 2 and M AutoDynamic EQ to create separation in your mix.

Luca shares his expertise, guiding you through the essential components of the mastering process and what to avoid, especially when self mastering. This video will cover all that you need to know from the FabFilter Pro L and the Standard Clip so that you can take your master to the next level.

Reid Stefan teaches you how to master pop tracks with Plugin Alliance Mega Bundle. This Master Chain tutorial teaches the basics of mastering EQ, Compression, Saturation, Limiting, and Loudness.

Master your tracks like a pro with 100% UAD Plugins inside Universal Audio’s DAW Luna. This tutorial walks you through Reid Stefan’s signature workflow for adding saturation, brightness, width, transients, and limiting to your master chain.

Reid Stefan teaches his favorite vocal effects in Little Alterboy. Learn how to pitch and formant shift vocals like a a pro with this unique vocal FX plugin. Create unique tonal Reverb and Delay effects for your vocals.

Diving into creative reverb techniques with Luca Pretolesi as he shares his mindset and approach using FabFilter Pro-R. Perfect for automations and smooth transitions. This technique opens up endless possibilities!

Learn how to EQ your tracks like 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This course covers the best features in FabFilter Pro-q3 from beginners to advanced tips. Learn how to manipulate your sound with dynamic EQ, masking, and more in this complete plugin course.

Pro Tools is the DAW of choice for Mixing and Mastering for Reid Stefan and many other professional audio engineers. In this course he shows you how to build his mastering chain from scratch using Stock Plugins in Pro Tools. This course is your complete master chain and you can download Reid’s finished presets to use for your next mastering session.

Studio One is the DAW of choice for 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi. In this course he shows you how to build his mastering chain from scratch using Stock Plugins in Studio One 5. This course is your complete master chain and you can download Luca’s finished project to use for your next mastering session.

Master your Hip Hop tracks like a pro with 100% Waves Plugins inside a custom StudioRack for easy mastering in any DAW. This tutorial walks you through Reid Stefan’s signature workflow for adding saturation, brightness, width, transients, and limiting to your master chain. This course uses the v12 Waves Plugins StudioRack, Aphex Vintage Exciter, TG Mastering, Smack Attack, and L2 Maximizer.

Learn how to master Reggaeton tracks like 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi. This course covers his complete master chain from basic EQ and compression to advanced stereo imaging, clipping, multiband processing, and more!

Mixing 808s & Kicks with 3x Grammy Engineer Pretolesi learn his low end secrets for Kick & 808 techniques that will take your Hip Hop track to the next level. Luca explains harmonics, clipping, eq, phase, and volume balance to achieve professional clarity and loudness through bass. Not only does Luca show you what he did with exact plugin presets, but he explains the fundamentals and mentality behind why he makes his mixing decisions. Luca demonstrates unique and creative mixing concepts that bring new life to simple subs. This 808s and Kick mixing course will help you understand bass like a pro.

Incase you missed the live stream and Q&A with Luca Pretolesi and Reid Stefan, where they discussed mixing, mastering, music production and asked for your input on future topics . We’ve got you covered! You can still catch the full stream here!

Learn how to master songs in Ableton 12 using 100% stock plugins. This course teaches you how to use EQ Eight, Glue Compressor, Roar, and Limiter to create a low latency master chain for any modern style of EDM, Rap, or Pop music.

Step in the studio with Luca Pretolesi and learn how to gainstage your drums with clipping and setting up a ceiling on your drum buss. Trust your instincts and uncover how clipping and limiting can keep your drums together!

How to avoid distortion in loud mixes with 11x grammy nominated engineer Luca Pretolesi 💎 Learn the industry secrets of loud clear mixes & masters that cut through in the club or online playlist. Open the session of Jujubee by JAILER to explore tips and tricks for stereo width, transients, clipping, limiting, EQ, and more. 🔥 Apply these techniques to your tracks for instant results in your tracks.

Reid Stefan teaches you how to Mix & Master Hip Hop with T-Racks 5 plugins by IK Multimedia. Learn how to process Bass, Drums, Synths, Vocals, and your Master Buss like a pro with simple Clipping, EQ, Compression, Stereo Width, and more!

Master your tracks like a pro with 100% Ozone 9 Advanced Plugins in the standalone mastering app by iZotope. This tutorial walks you through Reid Stefan’s signature workflow for adding saturation, brightness, width, transients, and limiting to your master chain.

Learn how to master your songs with T-Racks plugins by IK Multimedia. Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In the Game masters “Move Your Body” by KARRA from scratch using TR5 Suite for EQ, Compression, Dynamics, and Loudness.

In this course, 3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi teaches you how to use Gainstation to achieve EQ, Saturation, Clipping, and automation in your mix.

Can you hear the difference between Plugins and Analog Hardware? This course is an Ear Training exercise with 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi comparing the sound quality of EQ, Compression, and Limiting in a Plugin vs Hardware A/B Test

Learn how to tune vocals like a pro with Reid Stefan’s complete guide to Antares Autotune Pro Plugin. This course covers every knob and function from beginner basics to advanced features. This course explains the main controls: Retune Speed, Humanize, Custom vibrato, and Flex Tune. Also you’ll learn how to manually tune vocals using AutoTune Pro’s Graph Mode for unique vocal harmonies in any song.

If Logic Pro X is your DAW of choice, this is your new Template! Reid Stefan Realest Puppet in the game shows you how to build a mixing template from scratch using Logic Pro X. You’ll learn how to import stems, organize, process vocals, gain stage, mix beats, and master. This course is your complete mixing and mastering hip hop in Logic Stock Plugins. To access the finished template, download when you’re finished watching the five part course!

Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game mixing and mastering a Hip Hop track in FL Studio. This course covers Reid’s workflow, template, and signature plugin settings for mixing Synths, Drums, 808, Vocals, and Mastering using FL Studio 20, Slate Plugins, Fabfilter, UAD, and T-Racks.

3X Grammy Enginner Luca Pretolesi shares his personal workflow and plugin settings for Multiband Dynamic EQ with Melda MAutoDynamicEQ by Melda.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his brand new two-plugin suite Diamond Transient, by Acoustic Audio and Studio DMI. This plugin tutorial is a first look at how to use Diamond Transient to achieve a dynamic mix and master. Luca will demonstrate his personal workflow and how he approaches mixing drums and bass, and mastering using both plugins Diamond LP-3X and Diamond DYN-F. Luca’s personal Diamond Transient presets from this course are available as factory presets included with the plugin.

Reid Stefan teaches you mastering in Ozone 11. This course breaks down how to use EQ, Saturation, Spectral Shaping, Stereo Width, Tape Emulation, Limiting, and Maximizer to achieve industry standard loudness with 1 preset in Ozone 11

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after mixing techniques for mixing and mastering Reggaeton tracks like a pro. This Month’s FixMyMix winning submission comes from Subscriber and artist Adames. Luca Pretolesi gives an in-depth look into his personal template and workflow in four part series processing drums, stereo buss, synths, and vocals separately before his final master chain. This course explains the “in the box” plugin workflow for you to apply to your mixes as well as professional insight into target loudness, and mix referencing.

If Logic Pro X is your DAW of choice, this is your new Master Chain. Reid Stefan Realest Puppet in the game shows you how to build a mastering chain from scratch using Logic Pro X. You’ll learn the basics of EQ, Multiband Compression, Saturation, Clipping, Limiting, and more!

Reid Stefan Mixes and Masters a track from a MyMixLab subscriber in Ableton 11 titled “Yeah” by Kovalenco Gennadi. Learn how to process drums, synths, vocals, and master chain in this complete Fix My Mix series with the Realest Puppet In The Game

How to Mix & Master Rock Tracks with Reid Stefan. Learn to process drums guitars, vocals, and more in this two lesson session walkthrough of a finished mixed and mastered Rock inspired Hip Hop track by Prizefighters Ft. Easy McCoy.

This month’s winner of FixMyMix is an artist duo named Queen Of Saba with an infectious hip hop song named “Chiodo Fisso.” Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Games opens up the Ableton session and finishes the vocal production, mixing, and mastering to turn their demo mix into a finished release. In 2020 MyMixLab announced the new Fix My Mix series where subscribers of MyMixLab can submit their mixes to be finished by 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi or Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game! Since then we’ve received so many amazing track submissions and you can submit your music for next month’s Fix My Mix here!

Whether you're a songwriter, producer, or engineer, there's no denying the game changing power of social media platforms like TikTok. Your track only has seconds to grab attention, and how it sounds matters as much as how it looks. Luca Pretolesi is here to highlight the importance of nailing your sound in a fast-paced digital landscape. Let your music speak volumes

This is an exciting episode! Luca Pretolesi will be sharing a full breakdown of the song "Ultraman" by Diplo & Oliver Tree for Netflix movie Ultraman: Rising out now. This track was amazing to work on and we loved being involved. Hope you enjoy this process!

Luca Pretolesi is going to take you through the essential steps of preparing a test master for your upcoming DJ set. Learn how to seamlessly integrate your track by selecting complementary songs for before and after, while meticulously matching gain staging, leveling and EQ curves. Enahance your sound and ensure a flawless performance with these expert techniques! 

Luca Pretolesi is here to break down his process and share some insights on how you can improve your bass line during the mixdown. Learn the art of layering from a single stem and discover how those additional layers can transform your sound!

Learn Advanced Sidechain Compression techniques from 11x Grammy Nominated Engineer LUCA Pretolesi. Utilize multiple busses and compressors to make the instruments in your track glue together for professionally mixed results. Discover how Sidechain can be used across your drums, bass, synths, and more, in our complete course at MyMixLab.com

Reid Stefan teaches you how to mix vocal FX for perfect vocal productions in any DAW. This tutorial uses Reverb and Delay plugins like ValhallaRoom and ValhallaDelay to create space, width, tails, and rhythmic FX within your vocal.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi explains his workflow for mastering and loudness for Spotify and other online music streaming platforms. This tutorial covers techniques for EQ. Clipping, and more. Learn how to perfectly analyze, compare, and level your tracks for their final online delivery format.

Mastering with Slate Plugins and Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In the Game. This Course teaches you how to master your tracks with Slate Digital Plugins from the Everything Bundle! This course covers Virtual Mix Rack, Fresh Air, Virtual Tape Machines, And FG-X plugins.

Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game mixing and mastering a Hip Hop track in Ableton. This course covers Reid’s workflow, template, and signature plugin settings for mixing Synths, Drums, 808, Vocals, and Mastering.

This course is a deep dive into the Mastering Session of “Magic” by Coco and Breezy produced by Dj Shiftee. Luca Pretolesi will show his workflow for EQ, Compression, Multiband, Saturation, Clipping and More in this session.

Reid Stefan teaches you how to master pop tracks with Soothe 2 by OEK Sound. This Plugins is a unique multiband compression plugin that can automatically detect and remove harsh frequencies. Reid shows how to mix lead vocals, sidechain compression, and Mastering all with Soothe 2

Reid Stefan compares the sound quality of analog clipping thru the Prism Titan A/D Converters, with StandardClip Plugin. This tutorial shows you how to master with a Hybrid workflow in Ableton using External Audio Effects as a master chain.

Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game mastering a Hip Hop track in FL Studio. This course covers Reid’s workflow, template, and signature plugin settings for Mastering using FL Studio 20 stock plugins

Reid Stefan teaches you the beginner basics of Sidechain Compression using Ableton Stock Compressor. This course covers basic techniques for mixing Kick & Bass, Sound Design, and Mastering using Sidechain Compression. Learn tips and tricks to bring your mix to life and download Reid’s 3 Sidechain Compression Presets for your Ableton Sessions.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his sound design techniques for creative mixing and music production. This technique combines EQ, Saturation, Reverb, Automation, and more to enhance the movement and impact of any sound. These techniques can be applied early in your music production to create unique sound design like Luca Pretolesi.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi takes you through his process of mixing Surf Mesa & Bipolar Sunshine 2021 Dance track “Losing My Mind” from scratch using 100% plugins In The Box. The goal of series it not only to improving mixing and mastering skills, but also improve your speed and efficiency of completing a mix. Additionally, Luca’s personal mixing and mastering presets from this course are available below to download.

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi takes you through his process of Mastering 2021 Hit Tech House track “KTM” from scratch. The goal of series it not only to improving mixing and mastering skills, but also improve your speed and efficiency of completing a mix. Download Luca’s personal mixing and mastering presets from this course to finish your tracks like a pro!

How to pitch shift vocals for the popular deep vocal effect heard in many of today’s radio dance hits. This is Reid Stefan’s personal workflow and plugin presets for clean deep vocals in any track.

Reid Stefan Mixes and Masters a track from a MyMixLab subscriber in Ableton 11 titled “Gone” Red Fingers. Learn how to process drums, synths, vocals, and master chain in this complete Fix My Mix series with the Realest Puppet In The Game

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi shares his highly sought after mastering techniques using Ozone 9 by iZotope. This course covers his techniques for EQ, Dynamics, Stereo Imaging, Exciting, Saturation, Transients, Low End Mixing, and Limiting. After watching this course you will be able to confidently apply Luca’s high level Ozone 9 mastering techniques to any mix. In addition, the Ozone 9 presets created from scratch in this course are available as a download so you can put Luca’s mastering chain directly on your own song.

If Pro Tools is your DAW of choice, this is your beginner’s guide to creating your first Template! Reid Stefan Realest Puppet in the game shows you how to build a mixing template from scratch using Pro Tools 2021. You’ll learn the workflow and signal flow for creating audio channels, mix groups, sends, returns, busses, and your master output.

How To Mix Transients and Process Drums for Beginners with Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game. This course covers the basics of Dynamics, Transient Designer Plugins, Multiband Processing & More! Learn how to maximize the impact of your music with simple plugin techniques that cab be applied in any style of music production!

3x Grammy Mixing & Mastering Legend Luca Pretolesi takes you through his process of mixing Eva Simons 2021 Pop track “Baila” from scratch. The goal of series it not only to improving mixing and mastering skills, but also improve your speed and efficiency of completing a mix. Additionally, Luca’s personal mixing and mastering presets from this course are available below to download.

Introducing KatsNotDogs music producer and MyMixLab subscriber who submitted a club friendly house track that featured a wide variety of musical influences in the production, but needed the final 10% of the mixing and mastering re-done by Luca! In this 22+ minute course Luca walks you through how he did the final mix and master from session prep, processing synths, drums, fx, and master buss! Download Luca’s 3 plugin presets after watching the videos! In December 2020 we announced our new Fix My Mix series where subscribers of MyMixLab can submit their mixes to be finished by 3x Grammy Engineer Luca Pretolesi or Reid Stefan Realest Puppet In The Game! Since then we’ve received so many amazing track submissions and you can submit your music for next month’s Fix My Mix here!

Luca Pretolesi mastering Tiesto’s 2021 Hit song “The Business” ft. Ty Dolla $ign (Clean Bandit Remix.) This tutorial is 100% In The Box, using only techniques from Luca’s favorite VST plugins for Limiting, Clipping, EQ, and more.