Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Learn how to balance a track with volume, EQ and compression, then add movement with effects and automation – Bad Snacks shows you how.

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Chapters
0:00 Mixing overview
0:10 Balance the volume levels
1:06 Shape vocals with EQ
2:58 Control dynamics with compression
3:58 Add delay and reverb
5:40 Create a filter sweep with automation
7:26 Automate a fade-out