Cubase Mixing Foundations

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  • Cubase Initiation
    Concept: Cubase
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Create a project, get your eLicenser setup.

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  • EQ Introduction
    Concept: EQ
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Get an introduction to the world of VST – specifically EQ (short for equalization).

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  • Compression Introduction
    Concept: Compression
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Discover compressor plugins you’ll be using throughout the upcoming lesson plans.

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  • Intro to Spectrum Monitoring
    Concept: Workflow
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Learn to balance your tracks using visual spectrum monitoring.

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  • Mixing Overview
    Concept: Workflow
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Let’s talk about approach and style for your next mixing project.

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  • Workflow Tips
    Concept: Workflow
    Level:

    Optimize your FX and latency during mixing and avoid distractions.

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  • Mixing Kick Drums
    Concept: Mixing
    Level: Level 2 (Established Beginners)

    Know what to look for, when mixing a kick with EQ and Compression.

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  • Mixing Snare and Hihat
    Concept: Mixing
    Level: Level 2 (Established Beginners)

    Know what to look for, when mixing a Snare and Hit with EQ and Compression.

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  • Mixing Percussion
    Concept: Mixing
    Level: Level 2 (Established Beginners)

    Know what to look for, when mixing percussion (cabs and congas in this example) with EQ and Compression.

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  • Mixing Harmony
    Concept: Mixing
    Level: Level 2 (Established Beginners)

    Know what to look for, when mixing keyboards, synths and virtual instruments with EQ and Compression.

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  • Intro to Vocals
    Concept: Workflow
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Learn about audio interfaces and basic recording.

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  • Tempo Matching & Timing
    Concept: Tempo
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Discover considerations around tempo and timing in production.

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  • Intro to Pitch Correction
    Concept: Pitch Correction
    Level: Level 2 (Established Beginners)

    Learn how basic pitch correction works in a production setting.

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  • Starting a Rough Mix
    Concept: Mixing
    Level: Level 2 (Established Beginners)

    Start manipulating your tracks into a cohesive mix.

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  • Automation Examples
    Concept: Automation
    Level: Level 2 (Established Beginners)

    Walkthrough examples of recording and drawing automation curves to automate FX.

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  • Side-Chain Compression
    Concept: Compression
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Apply the built-in side-chaining capabilities in Cubase. This is a method for making a mix ‘gel’ better.

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  • Final Mix Pre-Flight
    Concept: Mixing
    Level: Level 2 (Established Beginners)

    Let’s cover a variety of considerations you should be aware of when it comes to refining your final mix (including multi band compression, mid-side and mixing in mono).

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  • Bouncing a Pre-Master
    Concept: Workflow
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Bounce out your mix from Cubase to share or get it mastered.

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  • Additional Workflow Tips
    Concept: Workflow
    Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)

    Learn faster keyboard hotkeys and tips for CPU optimization.

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This collection of lesson plans offers students a solid background on how audio is recorded, edited, mixed and mastered using Cubase.
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Level: Level 1 (Complete Beginners)
Concepts: Automation, Compression, CPU Optimization, Cubase, EQ, Mixing, Pitch Correction, Tempo, Workflow,

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Give yourself *roughly* ~ 5-6 weeks to complete this entire skill (all included lesson plans). Each lesson plan displays an estimate to help you plan and prioritize your practice time efficiently.

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Referenced Courses

Mixing Essentials: EQ & Compression in Cubase
PD-TI-301
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