Getting Kicks Right - Why your great-sounding kick might NOT be so great @Baphometrix
Getting Kicks Right - Why your great-sounding kick might NOT be so great  @Baphometrix
Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video, I do a deep dive into a common problem with kicks that even moderately experienced producers can run into. Typically only more experienced producer DJs are aware of this problem and how to avoid it.

Note: This video isn't strictly one of the "Mixing Loud with CTZ" episodes, because it's of general interest to anyone choosing/designing kicks in their production workflow. But I am including this in the playlist for that series because the subject matter is also very related to the CTZ strategy.

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Big shoutout to niico for the amazing credit reel graphics!
Did you know that niico is also a great producer? Check out their work at:
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