How to mix orchestration in metal

Just say no to aggressive HPF! Orchestral parts can add a lot of dynamics, character and interest to metal songs, but because most of us are unfamiliar with how to approach them, they often end up treated as an afterthought in the mixing process (and, let’s be honest, sounding like poo-poo). But we hope to change that in this Fast …

Unboxing Amaranthe “365” raw multi-tracks

70 tracks of vocals?! Eyal Levi takes you on a guided tour of the raw multi-tracks for “365” by Amaranthe, from their 2018 album “Helix” and originally mixed by Jacob Hansen. A few things to note: Over 70 tracks of amazing vocals from Elize Ryd, Henrik Englund Wilhelmsson and Nils Molin Several layers of synths and post-production that add depth …