The Mixing Engineer's Handbook 4th Edition

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The book is an awesome collection of vital information followed by "how to". It's a book you want by your side at all times through the mixing process. I have the previous versions, but you have to add this version to your collection. It stands on its own merit and is worth three times the cost for what you will learn. Well done Bobby, this one is the tops man!" - Oz Amaro

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"After 30 years of working from bending over the shoulder of other engineers, taking to mastering engineers, intuition, instruction manuals and YouTube videos -- there were plenty of "Aha!" Moments. Favorite was the tip to find panning position by panning with mix in mono." - Frank Rogala

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Music-industry veteran Bobby Owsinski is an in-demand producer/engineer working not only with a variety of recording artists, but also on commercials, television, and motion pictures. He is an expert on surround sound music mixing and has worked on surround projects and DVD productions for superstar acts including Jimi Hendrix, the Who, Willie Nelson, Neil Young, Iron Maiden, the Ramones, and Chicago, among many others. Bobby is also one of the best-selling authors in the music recording industry, with 23 books that are now staples in colleges around the world, including The Mixing Engineer's Handbook, The Recording Engineer's Handbook, How to Make Your Band Sound Great, and Music 4.0: A Survival Guide for Making Music in the Internet Age. Bobby maintains a busy speaking and teaching schedule at schools and industry events around the world. Find him on the web at bobbyowsinski.com, bobbyowsinskiblog.com, and music3point0.com.

Introduction
Meet The Mixers

PART 1
Chapter 1: Some Background
The Evolution of Mixing
Different Mixing Styles
12 Ways Studio Mixing Is Different From Live Mixing
Learning How To Mix

Chapter 2: Monitoring
The Listening Environment
Monitors - Which Ones?
Basic Monitor Setup
Mixing On Headphones
How Loud (Or Soft) Should I Listen?
Listening Techniques

Chapter 3: Mix Preparation
Prepping Your Session
Personal Preparation

Chapter 4: The Mechanics of Mixing
Conceptualizing The Mix
The Overall Approach
The Signs Of An Amateur Mix
The 6 Elements of a Mix
The Intangibles of a Mix

Chapter 5: The Balance Element: The Mixing Part of Mixing
The Arrangement - Where It All Begins
Where to Build the Mix From
Level Setting Methods

Chapter 6: The Panorama Element: Placing the Sound in the Soundfield
The Stereo Picture
Beyond Panning For Placement
Panning In Surround Sound
Mixing Immersive Audio For Virtual Reality

Chapter 7: The Frequency Element: Using The Equalizer
The Goals Of Equalization
EQ Methods
The Relationship Between The Bass And Drums
EQ Techniques

Chapter 8: The Dimension Element - Adding Effects
The 6 Principles For Adding Effects
Using Delays
Using Reverb
Using Modulation
EQing Effects
Layering Effects
Reamping

Chapter 9: The Dynamics Element: Compression and Gating
Types Of Dynamics Control
Using Compression
Using A De-esser
Using A Gate

Chapter 10: The Interest Element - The Key To Great Mixes
The Direction of the Song
Develop The Groove
Find The Most Important Element And Emphasize It
15 Steps To A Better Mix

Chapter 11: Advanced Techniques
Cleanup
Adjust The Timing
Pitch Correction
Sound Replacement
Automation
Gain Staging

Chapter 12: The Master Mix
8 Indicators That Your Mix Is Finished
Competitive Level
Mastering
Mixing Internet Distribution
Alternative Mixes

PART 2 - The Interviews
Chapter 13: Bob Brockman
Chapter 14: Bob Bullock
Chapter 15: Joe Chiccarelli
Chapter 16: Lee DeCarlo
Chapter 17: Richard Chycki
Chapter 18: Jimmy Douglass
Chapter 19: Benny Faconne
Chapter 20: JerryFinn
Chapter 21: Jon Gass
Chapter 22: Don Hahn
Chapter 23: Andy Johns
Chapter 24: Bernie Kirsh
Chapter 25: Nathanial Kunkel
Chapter 26: George Massenburg
Chapter 27: Robert Orton
Chapter 28: Greg Penny
Chapter 29: David Pensado
Chapter 30: Elliot Scheiner
Chapter 31: Andrew Scheps
Chapter 32: Ken Scott
Chapter 33: Ed Seay
Chapter 34: Allen Sides
Chapter 35: Don Smith
Chapter 36: Ed Stasium
Chapter 37: Bruce Swedien

GLOSSARY
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