Benjamin John: 'Better Way'

[mick2015]

This song sounds deceptively easy to mix...it's not! First priority was the vocal sibilance and general balancing of the LV. Compression and limiting is generally not your friend with a recording such as this. I found careful use of EQ and layered subtle reverbs to be most effective. Also, finding a nice stereo spread with the percussive elements was important too, as it's very easy for clicks and claps to be overbearing. The acoustic guitars are also very percussive, so EQ decisions and panning need to be well thought out to ensure each instrument has it's place.

Cheers,
Mick