Month: October 2024

In this week’s video, we’re taking a closer look at the UAD Empirical Labs Distressor plugin, which might just be one of the most versatile compressors you can have in your arsenal. Originally designed by Empirical Labs, the Distressor is known for its ultra-fast attack, its unique distortion settings, and its easy-to-use interface. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced engineer, the UAD Distressor plugin makes it simple to dial in great compression, no matter what instrument or vocal track you’re working with.

In this post, I’ll walk you through how I use the Distressor on different elements of a mix, including claps, bass, and hi-hats, and why I think this plugin is an essential tool for any music producer.

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This week, we’re diving into the UAD Eventide H910 Harmonizer—a re-creation of the iconic pitch-shifting unit from the mid-1970s. Known for its signature sound on countless records, the H910 Harmonizer is a versatile tool that can transform not just vocals but also synths, drums, and other instruments. In this post, I’ll show you how I used it on synths, claps, and vocals, and give you some ideas on how you can incorporate this powerful plugin into your own productions.

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