Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The Vault 01 — The Archive Collection
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. Breaking down a stem mastering session for a pop song.
Everything from analog processing to all the plugins I have used.
I’ll walk you through my exact processing chain, showing you how I use a hybrid setup of analog hardware and digital plugins to take an already great mix to the next level. We cover everything from gaining loudness and glue on the mix bus to adding weight to the drums and presence to the vocals.
How to route and process a hybrid analog/digital mix bus.
Using WesAudio hardware (Bus Comp, Tubeq, Pandora) for grit and control.
Plugin chains using Ozone 12, God Particle/Fuel, and UAD Fairchild.
Taming dynamic bass and carving out space for pop vocals using Trackspacer.
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Gemini said
Here is a complete set of metadata tailored for your video. I kept the tone professional but practical, perfectly matching your "real world" approach to audio engineering.
00:00 - Intro & Track Preview (Emilian)
00:35 - Before & After A/B Comparison
01:22 - Mix Bus: Analog Hardware Chain (WesAudio)
05:24 - Mix Bus: Plugin Chain (Mixcentric, Fuel, BX Digital)
08:27 - Mix Bus: Mastering with Ozone 12 & Oxford Limiter
10:11 - Drum Bus: Analog Compression & Taming Highs
12:14 - Bass Bus: Controlling Dynamics & Low End
13:35 - Instrumental Bus: Trackspacer & NG78 Compressor
15:40 - Vocal Bus: UAD Fairchild, De-essing & EQ
18:15 - Final Thoughts on Hybrid Mastering
The Vault 01 — The Archive Collection
► 2probeats.com/product/the-vault-archive
. Breaking down a stem mastering session for a pop song.
Everything from analog processing to all the plugins I have used.
I’ll walk you through my exact processing chain, showing you how I use a hybrid setup of analog hardware and digital plugins to take an already great mix to the next level. We cover everything from gaining loudness and glue on the mix bus to adding weight to the drums and presence to the vocals.
How to route and process a hybrid analog/digital mix bus.
Using WesAudio hardware (Bus Comp, Tubeq, Pandora) for grit and control.
Plugin chains using Ozone 12, God Particle/Fuel, and UAD Fairchild.
Taming dynamic bass and carving out space for pop vocals using Trackspacer.
🎧
🛍 Affiliate Links:
PluginBoutique ► 2probeats.com/pluginboutique
KMR Audio ► 2probeats.com/kmr
And use coupon code 2probeats at checkout to claim your 5% discount!
Thomann ► 2probeats.com/thomann
Sweetwater ► 2probeats.com/sweetwater
🌐 Connect with Me:
Website ► 2probeats.com
Instagram ► instagram.com/2probeats
Facebook ► facebook.com/2probeats
🗣 Join MIX TALK on Facebook: goo.gl/7sQ3o1
Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate codes, meaning I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!
Gemini said
Here is a complete set of metadata tailored for your video. I kept the tone professional but practical, perfectly matching your "real world" approach to audio engineering.
00:00 - Intro & Track Preview (Emilian)
00:35 - Before & After A/B Comparison
01:22 - Mix Bus: Analog Hardware Chain (WesAudio)
05:24 - Mix Bus: Plugin Chain (Mixcentric, Fuel, BX Digital)
08:27 - Mix Bus: Mastering with Ozone 12 & Oxford Limiter
10:11 - Drum Bus: Analog Compression & Taming Highs
12:14 - Bass Bus: Controlling Dynamics & Low End
13:35 - Instrumental Bus: Trackspacer & NG78 Compressor
15:40 - Vocal Bus: UAD Fairchild, De-essing & EQ
18:15 - Final Thoughts on Hybrid Mastering
