Inside the Mix with Nic Hard: An In-Depth Look at Dolby Atmos Mixing for Bokanté’s ‘History’

Join Grammy-winning producer/mixer/engineer Nic Hard for a deep dive into the art and science of Dolby Atmos music mixing. Nic, renowned for his extensive work with bands like The Bravery, Aberdeen City, The Kin, and Snarky Puppy, invites you into his mix room for a detailed walkthrough of his mix for the song ‘History’ by Bokanté.
‘History,’ from Bokanté’s third album of the same name, explores the roots of blues through a journey that traces its origins from West Africa and the Arab world, with lyrics primarily in Guadeloupean Creole. This video captures the essence of the song’s message - one of global unity, the power of music, and the joy of memories.
In this comprehensive guide, Nic shares insights into his approach to Dolby Atmos mixing. Starting from organizing stems into groups, he walks you through his favorite plugins and their uses. Experience how a stereo stem mix transforms into an Atmos mix and discover the intricacies of managing objects in the Dolby Atmos Renderer.
Beyond the process, learn about decoding to a binaural mix, ensuring the final mix translates well outside of the Atmos studio, and delivering the final mix to the client. Gain valuable insights into the workings of a professional Atmos mix studio, and see firsthand how Nic Hard brings Bokanté’s ‘History’ to life in Dolby Atmos.
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Hey Nic nice work! Like you, I'm a Dolby Atmos producer too. Based on the description of your mix, it appears you used the stems and effects mostly as beds and not as objects. Is that correct? Also, there is an active debate in Dolby Atmos mixing about using the center channel, to one degree or another, for vocals versus creating a "phantom center" by placing the voice in both the L & R beds and totally avoiding the center bed. Did you use the center channel at all for the voice? Let me know and keep up the fine work! Marc