In part two of our series dedicated to the mixing phase of the record process, we explain the importance of finding a quick cohesive balance between the tracks. We talk about building a static mix as quickly as possible, and using this mix to inform the rest of our decisions along the way. Other topics covered include:-The "80/20" rule and how it applies to mixing-Using references as baselines for tonal elements-Separating Macro vs. Micro decisions-Using Spill VCAs and Aux for speed-Establishing the spacial identity of your mix and the elements inside it using X-Y-Z axis-“BEAT IT” STATIC MIX! SSL J9000:https://youtu.be/fGSTEBwxSbo-The Art of Mixing: A Visual Guide to Recording, Engineering, and Production [Book]:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iYrfo4ytQY-Mixing With Your Mind (Book):https://www.mixingwithyourmind.com/For more info, visit our website at:www.truelevelstudio.com/therecordprocess Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecordprocess/https://www.instagram.com/truelevelstudio/?hl=en Show Hosts: Casey Cavaliere (Producer / Mixer / Guitarist of The Wonder Years)www.CaseyCavaliere.comwww.thewonderyearsband.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/case_rock/?hl=en Tom Conran (Audio Engineer / Producer / Acoustician )www.TomConranAudio.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/thetomconran/?hl=en Adam Ackerman (Songwriter / Recording Artist / Multi-Instrumentalist)www.AtomSonicConcepts.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/theadamackerman/?hl=en Share any thoughts, questions, comments, or suggestions with us via email at: TrueLevelStudio@gmail.com Artwork by Holly Smith ( https://www.instagram.com/_hollysmith/?hl=en ) Music: Main Theme - "Almas" by Casey CavaliereAdditional Music by Tom Conran