In part one of our series dedicated to the mixing phase of the record process, we break down the best ways to organize and structure the setup of a new mixing session. We discuss the importance of labeling and routing tracks effectively, and how utilizing the features of your DAW such as VCAs, Auxiliary Inputs, sub groups and effects sends ultimately help you work faster and more efficiently thorough the final stages of your mix. Other topics covered include:-Gain staging and working with templates-Different Routing Methods and how mix decisions can affect the sound of the tracks differently at each level of processing-Parallel (wet/dry) processing for more control-Setting Up a work flow that saves time and makes quick mix moves easier and faster-"Food Group Processing" - The pros and cons of BUSS groupingWatch Disclosure's "Track Breakdowns" on Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/c/DisclosureOfficial/videosPurchase "Mixing With Templates" by Billy Decker here:http://www.billydecker.com/products.htmlRead this explanation of different metering methods from Tape Op here:https://tapeop.com/tutorials/54/meters/Article from Izotope on using VCAs vs Sub Groups:https://www.izotope.com/en/learn/the-difference-between-vca-and-sub-groups-in-mixing.htmlFor more info, visit our website at:www.truelevelstudio.com/therecordprocess Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecordprocess/https://www.instagram.com/truelevelstudio/?hl=en Show Hosts: Casey Cavaliere (Producer / Mixer / Guitarist of The Wonder Years)www.CaseyCavaliere.comwww.thewonderyearsband.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/case_rock/?hl=en Tom Conran (Audio Engineer / Producer / Acoustician )www.TomConranAudio.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thetomconran/?hl=en Adam Ackerman (Songwriter / Recording Artist / Multi-Instrumentalist)www.AtomSonicConcepts.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/theadamackerman/?hl=en Share any thoughts, questions, comments, or suggestions with us via email at: TrueLevelStudio@gmail.com Artwork by Holly Smith ( https://www.instagram.com/_hollysmith/?hl=en ) Music: Main Theme - "Almas" by Casey CavaliereAdditional Music by Tom Conran