Learn essential mixing techniques, problem-solving strategies, and client communication skills - all applicable to various genres and situations.
Experience a day in the life of Grammy Award-Winning mixer Jesse Ray Ernster (Doja Cat, Burna Boy, Megan Thee Stallion) in a new video series as he tackles two vastly different projects! Witness the contrasting approaches used for a polished female-led pop song and a raw, UK-based rap record.
Jesse Ray Ernster
An All-New Mixing Course, with a fresh approach:
This masterclass is focused on real-world challenges. No perfect stems or million dollar setups here – just great songs, practical skills and a passion for excellence.
Watch Jesse as he tackles these common challenges:
- Competing with reference mixes
- Achieving Competitive Loudness that retains Compelling Dynamics
- Working with bedroom recordings
- Getting pro results with limited gear
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Overview:
Mix 1: Indie Pop Perfection (“if you still like me in the morning” – Tessa Rae)
- Meet Jesse and the project
- Client call & project overview
- ‘Mixing refinement (All In-the-box Workflow)
- No Stone Left Unturned: Experimentation leads to Discovery
- Bouncing/Delivering the “first pass”
Mix 2: Rap Mastery (“I Made It” – Docta Bionix)
- Introducing the second project: Gritty drill beat & rap vocals
- Client call & Strategy
- Great edits = Great Mixes! Achieving cohesion with Kick/808 Relationship
- Heavy Lifting: Mixing for maximum impact & energy
- Bouncing/Delivering the “first pass”
- Conclude the day’s work, celebrate and reflect
Day 2: Refining, Client Feedback, Mix Notes, and Final Delivery
- Reviewing client feedback/notes & making tweaks
- Finalising both mixes & preparing deliverables
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