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• date: 8 April 2026
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How to mix symphonic heavy metal music, focusing on keyboards, programmed drums, with plugins and hardware.
What you'll learn
- Students will learn how to approach mixing keyboards and orchestral elements in a heavy metal song
- Students will learn some basic theoretical approaches to mixing heavy metal music in general
- Students will learn how to mix programmed drums
- Students will learn why certain production approaches to instruments early on can affect the mixing and composition of a song

Requirements
- Having access to a DAW and some plugins are helpful, having an interest in heavy metal music and songwriting is also great!

Description
In this short course, I will guide you step by step through the process of mixing a symphonic heavy metal track that was recorded using minimal equipment and programmed drums. You will gain insight into the unique challenges and creative opportunities that come with working under these constraints, and how to turn them into strengths during the mixing stage. Throughout the course, we will explore key mixing philosophies specific to the genre, including how to balance orchestral elements with heavy guitars, bass, and drums while maintaining clarity and impact.

We will also examine how early production decisions influence the final mix, helping you make smarter choices from the start. Practical topics include setting up bus tracks and routing efficiently, applying parallel compression for power and cohesion, selecting plugins, and understanding when and why to use specific hardware tools. Additionally, we will discuss the pros and cons of different mixing approaches and consider hypothetical scenarios that can shift the direction of a production. The course also includes insights into songwriting and composition from a professional with nearly two decades of experience.This course is invaluable to those starting out on their music creation journey, or for seasoned pros who are looking for another perspective on how to approach mixing a niche genre of music.

Who this course is for:
- This would be a great course for those just learning how to mix, or those who are looking for specific insights on mixing heavy metal music
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