placement in in mixdown chain of final compressor

[Dante DePanicis]

Hello, just got into this world of mixdown and have a question (s). I'm using a 488 mk III and mixing down to a CD. Where do I put the compressor in the mixdown chain? I also have a BBE and EQ in the same chain. Also, I have the Alesis 3630 (?) comp, an ART comp, and the Berhrigner Virtualizer (?)multi-band comp/exciter/gate -- you know the two-space one with the confusing operating instructions. Which one should I use to compress my entire mix? Can somebody recommend a good comp for my mix? Any help would be appreciated.

Newbie Dante

[Blue Bear Sound]

I wouldn't put anything at all in the signal chain, unless it's needed for a particular application!


Look at the FMR Audio RNC for an outstanding compressor at a modest price.

[Blue Bear Sound]

Nicely balanced mix, Ed -- maybe slightly bushy in the upper mids for my taste, but that's being picky....

Not sure what it has to do with my point though, which was that Dante should be sure he actually needs a compressor (any compressor!) on the mix before he straps one across the mix buss just to have it there! (ie, minimal signal chain)

[Blue Bear Sound]

Yeah - just that slight edge could be fine-tuned out, then it would sit very well.... not sure most would notice, though.

What IS that tune anyways? Was it a band creation or a song spoof?? Just a lark??? Nice production!

[Fishmed]

While mixing I try to fix any problems at the individual track level. If I do any mastering, it is done after transfering the tracks to the PC. This way I still retain the orginal mix for future mastering options.

[DaveDrummer]

your drums sound very dry, but other than that its pretty good

[grinder]

Sonusman, can we look forward to any more recording/mixing secrets threads.I love it when you get a wild hair up your ass.

[Tonio]

ahhh!! long hair, ozzy, booze, sex, drugs and rock n roll...

Those were the days..

No wonder Ed has a few tight moments.

Nice mix BTW

Tony