The transformation from analogue to digital dominance has brought many
advances in sound quality and new techniques, but producing digital
music with only a standard computer and DAW can be problematic and
time-consuming without the right approach and skills. Here, renowned mix
engineer Billy Decker tackles the challenges of in-the-box production
through his innovative template approach. He shares an introduction to
templates, a step-by-step guide to their set-up and a discussion of drum
replacement technology. Channel and setting information for each of the
drum, instrument, and vocal sections of his template is discussed along
with the master channel and his methodology of mixing and mastering.
Finally, he gives professional advice and best practice.