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Chapter 5 Mixing Stereo and Surround Projects 67
To mix an effects or music track:
1 Solo the first of your effects and music tracks (in this example, the first FX track), then
adjust its pan to center and play the track. How does it sound?
2 Play the track again, then adjust the panning as appropriate for your mix, depending
on the type of panner the track has and the location from which you want the sound
to emerge.
3 Play the track again. If necessary, add any EQ, compression, or other processing effects
to complete the sound of the track.
4 Adjust the relative volume of the track, leaving some cushion (typically around –6 dB)
in case you need to raise the levels later.
Repeat this process on each of the remaining tracks.
Now all the tracks in your project should be adjusted for volume, pan, and required
surround panning.
Adjusting the Entire Mix
Once you have mixed all the individual tracks in your project, you should listen to all
the tracks at least a few more times. Then, if necessary, add any EQ, compression, or
other processing to the overall project in the submix channel.
Note: It’s helpful to have all the meters in the Mixer, as well as the project audio meter
in the Utility tab, showing for this final step.
Important: Before you begin this step, verify that none of the tracks are soloed or muted.