Into The Lair #38 - Instrument Levels in a Mix

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  • Опубліковано 12 чер 2012
  • Dave Pensado explains how he treats the relative level of instruments in a mix to bring out certain emotions or styles for the listener in the 38th Into The Lair segment from Pensado's Place.
    Note: The examples are in mono to better hear the level changes between instruments.
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  • @brianconnolly8246
    @brianconnolly8246 10 років тому +168

    "this girl is 16 years old, shes australian, she comes from the land of AC\DC, let's give her some credibility".. how could you not like this dude

  • @Miltersen
    @Miltersen Рік тому +11

    Rewatching this after 10 years. Still great content. Dave is the man.

  • @TheRealestIdealist
    @TheRealestIdealist 8 років тому +39

    I love the dialogue and how he walks us through his thought process. I'm actually learning A LOT more just by simply taking note of what questions he asks himself.

  • @garnetbey7400
    @garnetbey7400 8 років тому +81

    1 of the best engineers/Producers in the bizz its an honor to receive these lessons,we must all under an overstand the blessings we have for the internet today, to reecive this type of valuable lesson, is priceless, thanks pensado,s place.

    • @allenau8379
      @allenau8379 8 років тому +13

      Shut up

    • @ganelwalker719
      @ganelwalker719 7 років тому +4

      Good stuff!!!!...Learning a lot about mixing watching your videos!!!!!..Thanks!

    • @reflectionofgod777
      @reflectionofgod777 6 років тому

      Garnet Bey Peace Moor! So true.

  • @Hexspa
    @Hexspa 8 років тому +46

    The Mr. Rodgers of mix engineering.

  • @brettcopeland_music
    @brettcopeland_music 10 років тому +20

    "low-end is just the most wonderful thing on earth" ...couldn't agree more!

  • @TheSlightlys
    @TheSlightlys 10 років тому +28

    WOW! I'm Sixteen and pursuing a career in music. I'm a songwriter and a frontman in a band and I'm learning all I can about mixing and producing myself. these videos, are so awesome. thank you thank you thank you so much for making them!!!

    • @anasamin8227
      @anasamin8227 4 роки тому +2

      The Slightlys this is finneas!!!!!

    • @poopitypoop6559
      @poopitypoop6559 3 роки тому +1

      Hi Finneas lol it's so cool to see how much you learned from these videos. I am in the process of doing the same !

  • @mutsaertsmusic
    @mutsaertsmusic 9 років тому +102

    "low end is the most wonderful thing on earth" :)

    • @TheRealHucasys
      @TheRealHucasys 8 років тому

      +Henk-Jan Mutsaerts That he has right.

    • @dudebrodude4388
      @dudebrodude4388 7 років тому +20

      I agree, I'm an ass man myself

    • @Ben59910
      @Ben59910 4 роки тому

      @@dudebrodude4388 ua-cam.com/video/GGye1pK2ysQ/v-deo.html

  • @gisellechacon7081
    @gisellechacon7081 Рік тому

    I could watch this again and again and still walk away with something new every time! I can't believe Dave had the mix rockin' with zero hi end- but it sure makes you appreciate what the cymbals and FX do for the mix when he blends it back in! Thanks, Dave!

  • @liranziv
    @liranziv 9 років тому +2

    this is what i call a teacher someone who is actually teaching you thank you very much

  • @OleVinny
    @OleVinny 8 років тому +3

    I love this step in the mixing process. After all the plugins and tweaking and what not you just put it down to four/five faders, sit back and FEEL. Amazingly inspirational video. Thanks for everything!

  • @djahyeahh
    @djahyeahh 11 років тому +1

    I think i speak for everyone who watches your videos. Your generosity is admirable. Hats off to you sir, we need more people like yourself on this earth.

  • @1LesHolmes
    @1LesHolmes 10 років тому +4

    Dave, This is my 1ST comment on ITL, although I've been watching now for merely a month. Your very informative and it's great what your doing! You are really setting up amazing guidelines for "ALL" engineers, rookies and veterans!! What I really appreciate about you is your "HUMBLE" attitude man. You give, and your always open for feedback and opinions as well. That to me is truly INSPIRING! Sincerely. It reminds me of when I'm in a recording session with an artist or group who is eager to learn. I try to give them so, so, so much , and I believe you do the same for your viewers! Shouts out to you and Herb!! God Bless :-)

  • @1siriuswolf
    @1siriuswolf Рік тому

    I go back to this throughout the years.. thanks bruddah Dave

  • @Richard_P_James
    @Richard_P_James 12 років тому +4

    Excellent, and a privilege to watch a real mix pro explain his thought/feel process. Inspired? Always after watching these!

  • @samuelmccartt9166
    @samuelmccartt9166 9 років тому +14

    Dave Pensado you are not only the man you are my Fucking Hero. Thank You.
    I've learnt more about mixing in the past 2 weeks since I discovered 'Into The Lair' than I did in 4 whole years of studying Music Production at University!!!

  • @terrybartak7811
    @terrybartak7811 9 років тому +5

    Thank you Dave.I'm trying to learn. I like the way you follow your feelings and impressions. From that, I learned the most.

  • @JakeSharpProfoundStudio
    @JakeSharpProfoundStudio 8 років тому +1

    Man, he's just the most lovable mixer!! Great as always, Dave thanks!

  • @thechannelitrollwith1645
    @thechannelitrollwith1645 7 років тому

    This is the most helpful video I've seen in months. Watched this a while ago but watching it again really reminded me of things to keep in mind when mixing. Thanks !

  • @pccg
    @pccg 11 років тому +2

    God bless u Dave for sharing ur knowledge and experience with us!!

  • @joellouisfire
    @joellouisfire 9 років тому +19

    As always, my hat's off to you. Great mix, even in mono! :D

  • @Pi2Music
    @Pi2Music 10 років тому +4

    Dave Pensado, Thank you!!!!! In this video you made that comment about "we'll let you know." Lead me to comment. Im a hip-hop artist/ Producer. I have no label or anything enjoy making music. Your videos has transformed my mixing and mastering to heights I would never be able to reach. As I mix songs I often run to your videos and reference techniques. haha. But I wonder if you get enough good feed back. If not. Thank you so much your videos are world changing in the music realm. ps The awards was really good.

  • @ArthurStone
    @ArthurStone 12 років тому +1

    Yay Dave! Thank you. Hearing you discuss & adjust the levels in the context of the whole mix is of great value...the track is quality too, really nice energy and clarity...something to aspire to. Thanks to you and your team for your hard work in making this available.

  • @fleshtonegolem
    @fleshtonegolem 10 років тому +2

    Fantastic illustration of how much 2db can either ruin or bloom a mix! The last album I mixed came down to 4 fader moves of less than a db and suddenly everything was fitting in your ears like it should be. It's great to see this from an outsiders perspective. When you have investment in a mix it's a bit harder to be objective because the mind knows it so well already.

    • @dablizzoduve4576
      @dablizzoduve4576 6 років тому

      Jesse Gunn plz can u send me more tips on this...I see u know wat u are doing..I wana get better at balancing... tnx in advance.. dablizz75@gmail.com

  • @axeclanable
    @axeclanable 11 років тому +1

    As he said. This is his first go at it. He'll massage everything into place. Appreciate this lesson for it is. A first listen with the ears of a master.

  • @doogerbeeunit
    @doogerbeeunit 11 років тому +1

    Dave, you have a good sense of humour. I like the small jokes you throw in from time to time. They give me double fun: I am leaning about mixing AND I smile and laugh!

  • @AndrewRaines614
    @AndrewRaines614 12 років тому

    Thanks Dave not only are you a treasure trove of mixing tips but your personality keeps me laughing and keeps everything flowing! Thanks again Dave!

  • @independentsaint
    @independentsaint 10 років тому

    Dave, I am so glad I found you! I watched a couple of your videos this evening and found them all inspiring, but this one is so sincere and true. It resonated with me so much that I am subscribing to your channel right away. One needs to recognise the pearls from shite in rare occasions when they are thrown out at all of us...:)
    Respect!

  • @donhoyt8644
    @donhoyt8644 11 років тому +1

    Thanks SO much for all the sharing you do Dave!
    It's awesome that you share your passion and insights with aspiring kindred spirits.
    It allows the art to live on long after we are gone. ;)

  • @michaelandersson1904
    @michaelandersson1904 9 місяців тому

    After more than ten years! Thank you for a great lesson!!!!

  • @wowerman
    @wowerman 6 років тому +1

    It really depends on your emotions when you produce from scratch and what element'/instrument you want people to pay attention to.In general bottom end glues all together.This is where energy is located and good bass line gives warmth too.Chosing good bass line is a skill.Thanks for video.

  • @Unhacker
    @Unhacker 9 років тому +1

    Thanks again Dave, great insight to be gained from this and the whole ITL series.

  • @DatAnydeks
    @DatAnydeks 7 років тому

    It's priceless having a genius share the way he's thinking 💭 ... not just what he's thinking. Thanks!

  • @jaxman1235
    @jaxman1235 4 роки тому

    I love these session. I learn a lot from Dave. Thank You!

  • @LesterBrunt
    @LesterBrunt 10 років тому +1

    You are really my favorite youtube engineer. You make it seem possible, sometimes I watch clips of the big guys and I just think "man I could never do this, I can never afford all that gear and will never have the experience he has" but you make it seem so easy and not too complicated. Really inspirational!

  • @simonjonesmusicuk
    @simonjonesmusicuk 10 років тому

    This is one of the most useful PP videos and one I always come back to.

  • @KonradSkowronski
    @KonradSkowronski 2 роки тому

    15:05 priceless David's face expression and comment. Gold! What a wonderful mixer and teacher!

  • @aninstrumentalvision
    @aninstrumentalvision 9 років тому +2

    I definitely hear what Dave is teaching. The problem is that this is a lesson on what should be an engineer's intuition. If you don't understand this stuff on an intuitive level, you will never get it. I think that what Dave is trying to convey, for the most part, is unteachable. But as alway, thanks Dave for another great lesson!

  • @adamdrumgiles
    @adamdrumgiles 9 років тому

    Love it, this clip was great, so nice to see it done in relative real time.

  • @techsquirrel
    @techsquirrel 8 років тому +1

    Great session even in mono. My ears were getting the same things as you were describing.

  • @helloitsjury
    @helloitsjury 7 років тому

    This will always be my favourite ITL. Thank you Dave!!

  • @1000soundguy
    @1000soundguy 10 років тому

    Dude, I love your videos so much! Thanks for making them!!

  • @EPTROUBADOUR1
    @EPTROUBADOUR1 11 років тому

    What an honest open sharing of your wonderful talents. Thank you so much for opening my mind about mastering! Thank you, thank you, thank you. You caused me to actually understand some of the things I hear when attempting to mix and master.

  • @margaretstewart3255
    @margaretstewart3255 10 років тому

    Great tut. Feel I'm listening along with you to hear what you are hearing....great teaching pace.

  • @0rican
    @0rican 8 років тому +1

    What to say : ) Dave
    i just love the way you teach - feels like you are sharing . love the way you spread the love for sound and music .Much Love and respect
    Thank you

  • @ronjeremy65
    @ronjeremy65 9 років тому +1

    Absolutely fabulous channel. Thank you. I love your opinions

  • @joeyxl3456
    @joeyxl3456 11 років тому

    Great stuff Dave. Thank you so much for these.

  • @voltaspeeder17
    @voltaspeeder17 10 років тому

    Great mixer, amazing dude. Thank you for every video you put on, helps us younger mixers and producers a lot!

  • @XKLUSIVRECORDSLIVE
    @XKLUSIVRECORDSLIVE 11 років тому

    GREAT WORK DAVE I LOVE THE TUTORIAL IM WATCHING ALL OF THE REST OF THEM

  • @mrflynn01
    @mrflynn01 9 років тому +1

    Dave I love the song! Your doing an amazing job, keep the videos coming!

  • @jayschell3841
    @jayschell3841 10 років тому

    I appreciate you sharing your expertise, I'm an AXE man learning how to track and mix my material, you have helped me immensely, THANKS for doing what you do Dave !!!

  • @CloneyMaloney
    @CloneyMaloney 8 років тому

    Great video as always, Dave! I definitely noticed that taking a break from mixing and letting my ears refresh helps tons. I also do the thing where I leave the room while my mix is playing :) hearing it from a different perspective aids me. Love your videos.

  • @jimmyrich1
    @jimmyrich1 12 років тому

    Wow, what a lesson this is! Best ITL yet... I would love more like this, can't get enough of this stuff

  • @TheGurner1
    @TheGurner1 10 років тому

    These are great tuts, thanks Dave

  • @mikegibbons3520
    @mikegibbons3520 11 років тому

    Thanks Dave , this is a process that I struggle with and sometimes I over do it and have to walk away.Great insight.

  • @shawnjames7369
    @shawnjames7369 9 років тому

    Really great work Dave. Enjoyed that

  • @vanrozay8871
    @vanrozay8871 7 років тому

    well done, dave. that last vocal level tweak nailed it.

  • @djrbfmbfm-woa
    @djrbfmbfm-woa 12 років тому

    david, u r a wonderful man.
    the detail, the detail!
    your thought process.
    thank you, my dear.
    j.

  • @Jim-iw1yd
    @Jim-iw1yd 10 років тому

    That was an education! Mixed with heart as well as brain... great stuff, thanks!

  • @frankhoward4485
    @frankhoward4485 6 років тому

    You know, I'm very new to your channel, Mr. Pensado. I've watched several of your Vs so far and enjoyed (got something out of) each of them. Actually, this might be the most informative. It isn't about plugins, routing, or anything particularly technical ... it's more about how you approach turning good music into great music using your God-given creative taste. This was a superb V. Liked it and learned a lot. Thanks, man.

  • @AudioMasterRTrib
    @AudioMasterRTrib 5 років тому

    Your amazing Dave. I enjoy your wisdom. Thanks for share!

  • @OfficiaJAN
    @OfficiaJAN 10 років тому +1

    Dave Pensado did a great mix job..; great song too!

  • @BlackNapkin61
    @BlackNapkin61 10 років тому

    I like your thinking Dave... *this is the first video I've seen of yours* ...you seem to continually taste the flavor of the mix.. nice.
    Thanks for all your efforts
    Kindest regards
    Richard
    uk

  • @mkreple
    @mkreple 9 років тому +4

    The only saving grace of this video besides DP and his child-like enthusiasm is that lava lamp. As soon as I heard those horribly programmed drums(alesis sr-16ish) and that Amplitube v.1 guitar tone I couldn't take my eyes off it. Up and down it went.
    Important video though and each one I watch I pick up another little nugget that keeps me coming back for more... kinda like golf! Thanks Obi-Wan!!!!!!!!

    • @kolorbrown
      @kolorbrown 9 років тому

      I though I was the only one mesmerized by the Lava Lamp;)

  • @ChaseJeffry
    @ChaseJeffry 9 років тому +4

    I learnt a lot from some time I spent with a cool engineer Raz Klinghoffer... Was really worth the time...

  • @cinemediaservices
    @cinemediaservices 10 років тому

    Wow. Very helpful in showing the thought processes and minute changes that really shape a tune. I'm not a big pop music guy but very eye opening.

  • @bhargavdobhal5327
    @bhargavdobhal5327 6 місяців тому

    Thank You Mr Dave Pensado 🙌🙌🙌🙌Very Helpful Video🔥🔥🔥🔥.

  • @RELOADER82
    @RELOADER82 10 років тому

    cant believe im just finding this channel; amazing vid right there!

  • @bluebluebluebird
    @bluebluebluebird 9 років тому

    Thanks for your series. I have watched them over and over, and I have seen my mixes evolve for the better. I am not copying your settings, etc, but I am hearing the music differently. I don't care for this song, but it all makes sense, and this stuff sales.

  • @kjhartable
    @kjhartable 7 років тому

    Dave you're an inspiration man. Love your videos! - KJ Hart

  • @WassupFred
    @WassupFred Рік тому

    Thank you so much ☺️.. Self taught.. much Respect ✊🏾

  • @Beethovan
    @Beethovan 8 років тому

    Thanks Dave. Excellent video on mixing. I am watching this from India.

    • @anyb4672
      @anyb4672 7 років тому

      hey bro 1 more frm india bhopal

  • @nikobobich9726
    @nikobobich9726 8 років тому

    thanks dave your the best.. ill be meeting you at the expo next month looking forward to it

  • @darkskinwhite
    @darkskinwhite 4 роки тому

    you fixed the guitars but what was bothering me was really that synth. honestly probably more as a producer, I would either tuck that thing way in there or just completely scrap it if necessary. good work, thanks Dave, love ya, you're the best thing to happen to youtube since 2005

  • @MasterKnutA
    @MasterKnutA 10 років тому

    Impressive work! Learned a lot and gave me a new perspective on volume! Keep it up Dave :)

  • @TheRobGuard
    @TheRobGuard 7 років тому

    Very nice video on levels!

  • @MatkatMusic
    @MatkatMusic 11 років тому

    ah, i'm glad i'm not the only one who wondered about if it was an accident that it was uploaded in mono.

  • @JesseBroman
    @JesseBroman 9 років тому

    Dave, you are an unbelievable audio engineer. You're also hilarious... fading the effects up and down, saying "I scared myself". I burst out laughing. Thanks for all the lessons.

  • @hogg1izmtv140
    @hogg1izmtv140 10 років тому +2

    Who Gives a shit what he looks like... what matters is he knows what he's doing and talking about! I've learned so much from him. My music quality has shot through the roof man, I study these videos because I make music as a hobby so there's ne need to attend school at my age, 36. I just make beats using Reason and I enjoy the creative process and these kind of videos help me tremendously! Keep sharing, subscribing, and watching! It's a WIN WIN!!!

  • @One_Call_System
    @One_Call_System 10 років тому

    Nice videos. You are a great service.

  • @psycholarge
    @psycholarge 12 років тому

    I love it. Just what I needed

  • @ruslangarmash6356
    @ruslangarmash6356 8 років тому

    You are great teacher!

  • @digitulproductionz
    @digitulproductionz 7 років тому

    great info Dave!!!Love your Art

  • @markwillride
    @markwillride 7 років тому

    Ah ha! Here I am trying to diagnose the inconsistencies of our church video feed that's mixed live. We are using aux send knobs for the mix. You showed me how 1/2 to 1 db can make a big difference in how something fits in. And I've probably been making tweaks 2-3 times that big. On those little knobs, 3 widths of the line on the knob is probably a lot after you get close.
    Thanks for all of your videos and sharing you hard won knowledge.

  • @leobluesy
    @leobluesy 11 років тому

    Enjoyable videos...thanks.

  • @nathanbryers
    @nathanbryers 8 років тому

    great video thanks Dave.- first time I've seen you today - so you've got a new subscriber... congratulations! incidentally - you came recommended from youtube. I really liked the way you showed too low too high etc and commented on each - great style. thank-you

  • @johnpowerssongs
    @johnpowerssongs 9 років тому

    i have to be honest and say when i heard the first few mixes you did that you thought sounded good i was ready to leave 'cause i thought they were lame but i hung in and watched and listened to your whole video. i learned alot by watching your process and how it evolves.
    and in the end i really liked your mix. so, there! thanks, man. i'm a fan.

  • @sadisticchiwawa8612
    @sadisticchiwawa8612 5 років тому

    GREAT JOB

  • @SkyAvila983
    @SkyAvila983 11 років тому

    Inspiration as always in your videos Dave! Great input and nice ideas...mixing with auxes (group tracks in Cubase) is great way to have control of the mixes...Thanx big time!

  • @wilsoncj
    @wilsoncj 10 років тому

    Amazing tutorial.

  • @TwentyFourHourz24
    @TwentyFourHourz24 11 років тому

    Thank dave good listen

  • @shawntracy2870
    @shawntracy2870 9 років тому

    thank you fine sir! great tutorial!

  • @mcprice40
    @mcprice40 12 років тому

    Thanks Dave..this is great!
    I'd love to see more about the ratio between the kick, snare and high hats.

  • @555crix
    @555crix 8 років тому

    "For real, Hip Hop made everything better when it came along"..you nailed it Dave :)

  • @hdhuga6980
    @hdhuga6980 9 років тому

    Great video

  • @philsackett7341
    @philsackett7341 9 років тому +3

    "Oh, hey guys, it's Michael Brauer. I have awesome people texting me all day and you don't." Haha! Cool video Dave. I have been wrestling with this kind of thing in my mixes lately and your advice helps.

  • @badinibeats5939
    @badinibeats5939 7 років тому

    thank's for sharing your knowledge your such a legend

  • @CuchiBeatz
    @CuchiBeatz 10 років тому

    Great tutorial dave

  • @Fallowsun
    @Fallowsun 12 років тому

    Thanks as always!

  • @kridkelso245
    @kridkelso245 9 років тому

    Great tips Dave. Love your videos. I've learned so much in a short time. Please ignore the haters!