Add Relief To Dull Mixes Options

[emilenaux]

Hi

I've been using Logic Express for a little while now, and although I get really nice results, I find my mixes are way too flat and dull.
I read somewhere on this forum that Logic isn't particularly meant for mixing and mastering, and that I need some software to do that job.

What would that software be ?
Is it Sound Forge or WaveLabs ?
If so, what process should I put my song through in order to get a more brilliant sound ?
And should I put in my whole bounce or one track or instrument at a time ?

Thanx

[rickenbacker]

Yeah, what he said. There's simply no substitute for practice and experience. Sorry, but it takes time. No shortcuts. No "magic mix bullet" software.

If you went out and bought some "mastering" software, that doesn't mean you'll be able to use it any better than Logic's existing plug-in collection.

Yes, there are tons of great plug-ins around for mixing and mastering, but the mix should sound pretty amazing BEFORE the mastering stage. I do mastering work for other bands and it's much better for all concerned if the mix sounds good on its own, even before I get to work.

A really good collection of mastering plug-ins will also probably cost more than your entire system (unless you're running a Quad G5 with a 30" display and even then…), so don't rush in to anything.

In a nutshell, read voraciously about using effects. Then try putting that into practice. Enjoy the whole learning experience, too!