The mix bus chain is the last stage before mastering. Here’s what belongs on the stereo output, what order it goes in, and why each element matters.
Mid/side processing on the mix bus gives you independent control over the center and the sides of your stereo mix. Powerful when used correctly — and easy to misuse.
Bus compression on the drum bus, mix bus, or instrument groups glues elements together into a cohesive sound. Here’s what it’s actually doing and how to use it.
Mix bus processing is one of the most powerful — and most dangerous — stages of mixing. Here’s what to do on the mix bus, what to avoid, and the one rule that protects mastering.