Expansive Academy Luca Pretolesi The Mixing & Mastering Masterclass [TUTORIAL]

EDM Excellence: Master Mixing & Mastering with Luca Pretolesi & Expansive Academy – The Pioneers Behind the Biggest Dance Anthems. Dive into our exclusive masterclass led by Luca Pretolesi, the Grammy-nominated architect of EDM’s sonic boom, in collaboration with Expansive Academy. With hits echoed in clubs worldwide and credits with Steve Aoki, Diplo, and Major Lazer, Luca imparts techniques that define genres.

Stereo Bus
Unlock the secrets of professional stereo bus setup, mastering compression, EQ, and gain staging techniques. Transform your tracks from good to exceptional with insights from a top industry pro.

Drums PT 1
Learn the art of setting a dynamic drum bus with expert compression and clipping techniques. Discover the secret to making your kick drum stand out in the mix. Achieve a crisp, punchy sound that elevates your tracks.

Drums PT 2
Master the techniques of transient design, widening, and EQ for each component – claps, hats, loops, snare rolls, and rides. Learn how to extract the maximum potential from your drums for a fuller, more impactful sound.

Bass & Synths
Delve into EQ, groove sidechaining, and bus processing to elevate your bass lines. Then, master the art of applying saturation and EQ to synths, ensuring every element of your track works in perfect harmony. Transform your mix with techniques that bring clarity and cohesion to your music.

Vocals
Experience Luca Pretolesi’s mastery in vocal mixing as he demonstrates how to utilize EQ to carve out space in your mix. Dive into creative techniques with delays and VCA Automation to intensify the impact of your final drop. Gain insider knowledge to make your tracks hit harder and stand out.

Final Stereo Bus
Discover the art of using clippers and limiters to attain a mix that’s both loud and punchy, yet crystal clear. Learn how to preserve transients and avoid distortion for a professional, polished sound. This lesson is your key to unlocking mixes that stand out in clarity and power.

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