Mix Note 105 / Mastering New
Use short breaks to reset your balance
After repeated listening, harshness starts to feel normal.
The move
Pause playback and return at a consistent working level before making the next tonal decision.
Do this- Pause the session for a short break.
- Return at the same working level.
- Note the first obvious balance problem.
Listen for this.
Write down the first obvious problem when you return.
Know when to back off.
Do not keep raising the monitor level to recover excitement.
Match loudness when you compare. If the original serves the song better, undo the change.
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