sean divine

M1 MacBook Pro Mixing and Recording Studio Guide

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By request! In this video, I'll share my studio experiences with the new 14 Inch M1 Max MacBook Pro, tips for audio + music production and recommendations for buying a new Apple Silicon MacBook.

MacBook Pro Specs: 2021 14 Inch M1 Max CPU, 32 Core GPU, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock: https://amzn.to/3LZhubK

►My Studio Gear
https://seandivine.com/studio

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Producer:

Sean Divine

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Top 7 Mastering Mistakes for Streaming Music Platforms

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In this video, we'll clarify loudness normalization misconceptions + common mastering mistakes in the digital streaming era!

►Mixing Presets & DAW Templates
*NEW* Divine Mastering Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/mastering-chains-sr
*UPDATED* Divine Mixing Vocal Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-sr
Divine Mixing Vocal Chains LE (Logic Pro X): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-le

Producer:

Sean Divine

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Mastering Your Beats Like A Pro

Need that professional finishing touch for your beat mixes? In this tutorial, I'll show you how to easily master after every mix to get clean, wide, loud beats that compete.

Gain Staging video I mention - https://youtu.be/D3LhWEFiICI

This is NOT a sponsored tutorial. I received Plugin Alliance products for testing purposes.

►Mixing Presets & DAW Templates
*UPDATED* Divine Mixing Vocal Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-sr
*NEW* Divine Mastering Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/mastering-chains-sr

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Sean Divine

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Kill the Mic Noise - Clean and Quiet Recording

Updated! Hearing hiss, hum or buzzing in your vocal recordings? In this tutorial, we'll measure the actual noise floor of your audio signal, identify mic noise sources and tips to get clean and quiet recordings.

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Monster Prolink Microphone Cable (Balanced XLR): https://amzn.to/3to5ubp
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Velcro Cable Ties: https://amzn.to/3MgN2dJ

►Mixing Presets & DAW Templates
*NEW* Divine Mixing Vocal Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-sr

Producer:

Sean Divine

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Channel Giveaway - Beyerdynamic M 70 x M 90 PRO X Microphones

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►Mixing Presets & DAW Templates
*NEW* Divine Mastering Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/mastering-chains-sr
*NEW* Divine Mixing Vocal Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-sr
Divine Mixing Vocal Chains LE (Logic Pro X): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-le

Producer:

Sean Divine

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Next Level Mastering with Waves Plugins (Free Presets)

By request! In this updated tutorial, we'll cover all new techniques to increase perceived loudness, maintain mix dynamics and get more exciting masters utilizing the latest Waves plugins.

Completed Presets (Free Download):
https://bit.ly/next-level-mastering-presets-sd

Bubby Galloway - Local Legend
https://youtu.be/9HdJxajKfik

►Mixing Presets & DAW Templates
*NEW* Divine Mastering Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/mastering-chains-sr
*NEW* Divine Mixing Vocal Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-sr

Producer:

Sean Divine

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Mixing Rap Vocals to Perfectly Blend with the Beat

Struggling to get your hip hop vocals to blend in the mix with the beat? This powerful vocal chain is an easy way to achieve professional tone and balance, with zero latency for live tracking.

FREE Waves Sibilance Plugin (24 Hours Only)
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Plugins Used
Waves Vocal Rider: https://bit.ly/waves-vocal-rider-sd
Waves Manny Marroquin EQ: https://bit.ly/manny-eq-sd
Waves NLS Channel: https://bit.ly/waves-nls-sd

►Mixing Presets & DAW Templates
*NEW* Divine Mixing Vocal Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-sr

Producer:

Sean Divine

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Elgato Stream Deck | Music Producer Studio Tips

If you thought the Stream Deck was just for streamers, think again! In this tutorial, we’ll cover powerful hot keys, DAW shortcuts and multi actions to speed up your studio workflow.

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Sean Divine

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Divine Mixing - SSL Native Template (Mixing and Recording Demo)

Divine Mixing - SSL Native Template is a zero latency recording and mixing template that transforms Logic Pro X into an efficient, world-class SSL console. Utilizing Channel Strip 2 processing on every channel (based on the 9000K console), alongside the SSL Native Bus Compressor 2 on the stereo bus, this all-new template provides authentic SSL tone, maximum CPU efficiency and a simple hands on workflow.

SSL Native Template is fully compatible with SSL UC1, UF8 and SSL360
Download: https://bit.ly/ssl-native-template

Producer:

Sean Divine

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Nailing Your Essential Mix Balance

In this tutorial, we'll cover a full mixing session with techniques for pro balancing to achieve loudness, clarity and depth in your final mix!

►DAW Presets & Templates:
*NEW* Divine Mixing SSL Native Template: https://bit.ly/ssl-native-template
Divine Mixing Vocal Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-sr
Divine Mastering Chains SR (StudioRack): https://bit.ly/mastering-chains-sr
Divine Mixing Vocal Chains V3 (Waves): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-v3
Divine Mixing Vocal Chains LE (Logic Pro X): https://bit.ly/vocal-chains-le

Producer:

Sean Divine