Mix Note 054 / EQ & tone New
One bass note keeps booming
A single pitch may excite a resonance while neighboring notes sound balanced.
The move
Compare headphones and speakers first. If it is in the recording, automate that note or use a narrow dynamic band.
Do this- Compare the boom on two playback systems.
- If recorded, isolate the offending note.
- Use automation or a narrow dynamic band.
Listen for this.
Play the full bass line to confirm neighboring notes retain weight.
Know when to back off.
Do not EQ a room cancellation into every playback system.
Match loudness when you compare. If the original serves the song better, undo the change.
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Keep working.
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