7 Tips: Good Equaliser Settings Music Producing!

7 Tips: Good Equaliser Settings Music Producing!

Good equalizer (EQ) settings can vary depending on the specific sound you’re working with, but here are some general guidelines for different elements in a mix:

1. Vocals

  • Low Cut: 80-120 Hz (to remove unwanted low frequencies)
  • Boost: 3-6 kHz (to enhance clarity and presence)
  • Cut: 200-400 Hz (to reduce muddiness)

2. Bass

  • Boost: 60-80 Hz (to add warmth and fullness)
  • Cut: 200-300 Hz (to reduce muddiness)
  • Boost: 1-2 kHz (to help the bass stand out)

3. Kick Drum

  • Boost: 60-100 Hz (for thump)
  • Cut: 200-400 Hz (to reduce boxiness)
  • Boost: 3-5 kHz (for click and attack)

4. Snare Drum

  • Boost: 150-250 Hz (for body)
  • Boost: 5-7 kHz (for snap)
  • Cut: 400-600 Hz (to reduce honkiness)

5. Guitars

  • Cut: 100-200 Hz (to reduce muddiness)
  • Boost: 2-4 kHz (for presence)
  • Cut: 5-6 kHz (if harsh)

6. Piano

  • Cut: 200-400 Hz (to avoid muddiness)
  • Boost: 2-5 kHz (for clarity)
  • Boost: 10 kHz (for airiness)

7. Overall Mix

  • Low Cut: Use a high-pass filter around 30-50 Hz on all non-bass elements.
  • Presence Boost: Slight boost around 3-5 kHz for clarity in the overall mix.
  • Air Boost: Gentle boost around 10-12 kHz for brightness.

Tips for EQing:

  • Subtractive EQ: Always try cutting frequencies before boosting them. This can help maintain a more natural sound.
  • Use a Reference Track: Compare your mix to a professionally mixed track in a similar genre.
  • Trust Your Ears: Adjust settings based on what sounds good to you rather than strictly adhering to guidelines.

Experiment and adjust based on the specific needs of your mix!

By the Stealify Team! 

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