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Mix with the Masters
Low-end separation with amp simulation and EQ
Tchad Blake demonstrates how to achieve better low-end separation using amp simulation and EQ on bass and kick tracks. He uses the UAD SVT-VR amp simulation to give the bass a mid-range punch, while employing the Sonnox Oxford EQ to roll off the low end, ensuring the kick drum handles the sub frequencies. Blake explains his preference for having the kick drum dominate the low end, while the bass sits slightly above in the frequency spectrum. This approach can vary by genre, but it often results in a clearer, more defined low-end separation. By treating the bass as if it were coming through a guitar amp, Blake adds character and avoids frequency masking.