Parallel compression on drums is one of the most powerful techniques in mixing. It gives you the density and weight of heavy compression while keeping the natural punch and dynamics.
Parallel processing lets you add weight, warmth, and density to vocals without sacrificing their natural dynamics. Here’s how the technique works and when to apply it.
Parallel compression gives you punch and sustain at the same time. Here’s how it works, when to use it, and the one mistake that kills the effect.