Music Glossary: balance

Faders first: achieve a solid rough mix without EQ or compression to ensure source and arrangement work naturally. more

Balance tutti chords from bottom up; stronger lows, tapered highs. more

The craft of assigning musical material to instruments/sections for color, balance, and clarity. more

Commercial mixes used to calibrate tonal balance and loudness during mixing/mastering. more

Full-band balance and processing setup before doors: gain, EQ, compression, monitors. more

Split sessions: technique, repertoire, improv/theory, ear; avoid over-bias. more

Manage lead, double, harmony, and ad-lib levels for focus. Keep lead forward and support layers tucked. more