Mix-Misconceptions: Challenging Mixing Stigmas With George Lever

In this video, we challenge common mixing "rules", or "mix-misconceptions" and show how breaking them can elevate your mixes. George Lever, producer of Sleep Token, Loathe and Monuments, reveals why templates, strategic soloing, and drum samples are powerful tools, not crutches. 🔧 Learn how to: - Use templates for consistency and creativity - Pinpoint mix issues with the "mute first, solo second" technique - Blend drum samples seamlessly with live performances ⬇️ Mix Template Free Download: https://sonnox.com/articles/challenging-mixing-stigmas-with-george-lever/ 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Stigma no.1 - Being afraid to use templates 02:15 - No Template Pre-Mix 02:42 - Don't templates make everything sound the same? 03:39 - Template Pre-Mix 05:44 - Stigma no.2 - Never mix in solo 09:17 - Stigma no.3 - You're a bad mixer if you can't mix without templates 10:12 - Snare vs snare with sample 11:21 - Explaining the need for acoustic drum samples 12:43 - If it sounds good, it is good 🎛️ Plugins featured: Sonnox Oxford Drum Gate 👉 Read our full blog post for the mix template download: https://sonnox.com/articles/challenging-mixing-stigmas-with-george-lever/ #mixing #mixingtips #musicproduction #audio #soundengineer #mixingengineer #producer #studiolife #musicproducerlife