Myths and Truths in Music Production: Mixing and Mastering Tips

We analyze the most controversial music production tips to discover which techniques really work in the studio. We question widespread myths such as applying low cuts to all tracks, the supposed obligation to always mix in mono, and the famous unbreakable rule of leaving the mix at -6dB.

We delve into the eternal debate between the requirement of having acoustic treatment versus the viability of mixing with headphones. In addition, we evaluate the true utility of stem mastering, the use of reference tracks, and the importance of checking our projects in different spaces or at low volume levels to achieve a professional and solid sound.