Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Baby Audio SubCulture is a new bass enhancement plugin, but it is not just for electronic music. In this video we test how SubCulture adds low end to bass guitar and kick drum, and why its pitch-tracking approach could make it useful well beyond synth-heavy genres.
SubCulture is Baby Audio's new pitch-tracking bass enhancer, designed to generate extra low-frequency weight in tune with the source rather than simply boosting what is already there. That makes it a different proposition from a standard EQ move, a broad low-end exciter, or a typical subharmonic generator. We walk through how its Sub Layer, Root Boost, and third enhancement process behave on a light bass sound that needs more body, then move to a thin kick drum where replacement would usually be the obvious fix.
Along the way we look at the built-in compression, saturation, output EQ, and signal-flow views so you can hear what the plugin is actually contributing and where it starts to feel excessive. We also cover why Baby Audio SubCulture is not limited to EDM, trap, or other electronic styles, and where it makes sense on acoustic bass, electric bass, and groove-driven material that needs more foundation without losing the original performance.
If you are searching for a Baby Audio SubCulture review, wondering whether this is the right bass enhancement plugin for your mixes, or looking for a subharmonic generator plugin that can help bass and kick translate better, this walkthrough shows what it does in practice.
🔗 Links
Baby Audio SubCulture — babyaud.io/subculture
Production Expert — production-expert.com/production-expert-1/how-baby-audio-subculture-fixes-weak-bass-and-kick
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Baby Audio SubCulture is a new bass enhancement plugin, but it is not just for electronic music. In this video we test how SubCulture adds low end to bass guitar and kick drum, and why its pitch-tracking approach could make it useful well beyond synth-heavy genres.
SubCulture is Baby Audio's new pitch-tracking bass enhancer, designed to generate extra low-frequency weight in tune with the source rather than simply boosting what is already there. That makes it a different proposition from a standard EQ move, a broad low-end exciter, or a typical subharmonic generator. We walk through how its Sub Layer, Root Boost, and third enhancement process behave on a light bass sound that needs more body, then move to a thin kick drum where replacement would usually be the obvious fix.
Along the way we look at the built-in compression, saturation, output EQ, and signal-flow views so you can hear what the plugin is actually contributing and where it starts to feel excessive. We also cover why Baby Audio SubCulture is not limited to EDM, trap, or other electronic styles, and where it makes sense on acoustic bass, electric bass, and groove-driven material that needs more foundation without losing the original performance.
If you are searching for a Baby Audio SubCulture review, wondering whether this is the right bass enhancement plugin for your mixes, or looking for a subharmonic generator plugin that can help bass and kick translate better, this walkthrough shows what it does in practice.
🔗 Links
Baby Audio SubCulture — babyaud.io/subculture
Production Expert — production-expert.com/production-expert-1/how-baby-audio-subculture-fixes-weak-bass-and-kick
🔔 Subscribe for more plugin reviews, mix tools, and practical music production videos.
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![Professional Mixing in Stereo & Atmos: Grammy-Winning Mixer Andrew Scheps on Workflow, Impostor S...
Description
In this podcast episode Ashea is joined by Andrew Scheps, a three-time Grammy Award-winning mixer and producer, for Part 2 of their in-depth conversation about professional mixing in the era of immersive audio. Building on the discussions from Part 1, Andrew delves deeper into practical techniques for mixing in Atmos and spatial audio formats, with particular focus on the unique challenges of mixing for headphone playback, binaural rendering, and maintaining mix translation across different monitoring environments.
In this episode, Andrew answers listener questions while providing concrete, actionable advice on EQ and panning techniques in immersive formats, the differences between phantom center and actual center speakers in spatial mixes, reverb strategies for Atmos, and insights into where the music production industry is heading. Whether youre a professional mixer looking to expand into immersive audio, a producer curious about Atmos workflows, or an audio engineer wanting to understand the future of spatial mixing, this conversation provides both technical knowledge and strategic industry perspective from one of the worlds most respected mixing engineers.
In This Episode:
• Mixing in Atmos with Headphone Monitoring - Practical techniques for creating mixes in Atmos that translate accurately on headphones, including the challenges of binaural rendering and headphone-specific mixing considerations
• Panning and Spatial Placement Techniques - How phantom center differs from actual center speakers in immersive mixes, and strategies for placing elements in three-dimensional space effectively
• EQ and Equalization in Immersive Formats - How equalization approaches change in Atmos compared to stereo, maintaining balance in surround configurations, and frequency management across spatial channels
• Reverb and Spatial Effects in Atmos - Advanced reverb techniques specifically designed for immersive mixing, creating depth and space in three-dimensional mixes, and psychological acoustic principles
• Binaural Rendering and Headphone Playback - Understanding how binaural rendering works, the challenges of creating convincing spatial imaging through headphones, and translation between different listening formats
• Practical Real-World Mixing Tips and Tricks - Actionable advice from decades of professional mixing experience, workflow optimization, and techniques that immediately improve mixing results
• Industry Direction and Future of Mixing Technology - Andrews perspective on where the music production industry is headed, emerging technologies in spatial audio, and how mixers should prepare for future formats
• Listener Questions and Career Advice - Andrew addresses questions from podcast listeners about mixing, professional development, and navigating the modern music production landscape
About Our Guest:
Andrew Scheps:
Andrew Scheps is a three-time Grammy Award-winning mixer and producer with an extensive discography that includes work with some of the worlds most influential artists. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, innovative mixing techniques, and expertise in both traditional stereo and immersive audio formats like Atmos, Scheps has established himself as one of the most sought-after mixers in the music industry. His technical knowledge combined with artistic sensibility has made him a mentor figure to many aspiring audio engineers and producers.
About Our Host:
Ashea is a platinum-selling songwriter, music producer, and audio engineer from the UK. With credits spanning notable artists, major labels, and prestigious broadcasters, Ashea brings authentic conversations between industry professionals to the Production Expert Podcast. Credits & Placements Include… Alan Walker, Holy Goof, TS7, Billy Da Kid (Kiss FM), Steve Smart (Kiss FM), The Wideboys, MER, Sony Music, 2Tone Records, BBC, SVT1 (Sweden).
Resources & Links Mentioned
• Andrew Scheps - Three-time Grammy Award-winning mixer and producer
• Atmos and Spatial Audio - Apple Music, Amazon Music, and other platforms offering immersive audio mixes
• Genelec UNIO Monitoring Ecosystem - Professional audio monitoring solution providing seamless bridge between loudspeaker and headphone monitoring for consistent mix translation. Visit: genelec.com/unio (https://www.genelec.com/unio)
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This episode is brought to you by Genelec. If youve ever been disappointed with the way your mixes sound on other playback systems, check out Genelecs UNIO monitoring ecosystem. By providing a seamless bridge between loudspeaker and headphone monitoring, UNIO allows you to quickly create great sounding mixes that translate consistentl... Professional Mixing in Stereo & Atmos: Grammy-Winning Mixer Andrew Scheps on Workflow, Impostor S...](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bGkZojcN1x0/mqdefault.jpg)