Mixing into mix buss compression

splitrmx

Does anybody (or everybody!) here use mix buss compression and mix into it, rather than finishing a mix and then slapping a mix buss compressor on after?

Just wondering as I find my tracks ended up being pretty quiet compared to other things I hear posted up, I don't use any mix bus compression at the moment.

Interesting article on using it here: http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/may08/articles/mixcompression.htm

seannash

splitrmx wrote: »

Does anybody (or everybody!) here use mix buss compression and mix into it, rather than finishing a mix and then slapping a mix buss compressor on after?

Just wondering as I find my tracks ended up being pretty quiet compared to other things I hear posted up, I don't use any mix bus compression at the moment.

Interesting article on using it here: http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/may08/articles/mixcompression.htm

Mybe im picking you up wrong but do you mean having a compressor on the master as you build the track?

I do this.i have a compressor and a limiter on the whole time.im pretty sure there are alot of people who say not to do it but its kinda working for me until i get something better

DamagedTrax

i always mix into a buss compressor as it shapes your mix as you go. slapping one on at the end can totallly change the balance and tone of your mix.

Neurojazz

Master buss here has:-

EQ(Final Rumble removal / Sparkle)>Buss Comp(For Tone/Shaping)>Loudness/Limiter(Lifting)

seannash

What settings are people using for there compressors?

ogy

it may not be geared for dance music but i often refer back to this post:
http://www.gearslutz.com/board/tips-techniques/170189-mix-buss-compression-charles-dye.html

Neurojazz

seannash wrote: »

What settings are people using for there compressors?

2 or 4 ratio - taking about 4+ db off and a fastish release.