#176: What Makes a Kick Drum Punchy? Try This Free Plugin!
#176: What Makes a Kick Drum Punchy? Try This Free Plugin!  
Podcast: Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers | Inside The Mix
Published On: Tue Jan 07 2025
Description: In this episode of Inside The Mix, we dive deep into enhancing your kick drum for maximum impact using the free Plugin Alliance bx_Subfilter plugin. Discover how to make your kicks sound fatter, punchier, and more powerful in your mixes with professional tips and techniques. Whether you're working on electronic beats or rock tracks, mastering your low end is essential for a polished sound.What You'll Learn:• What makes a kick drum punchy and how to achieve it• How to get a fat kick drum sound with proper sample selection• Step-by-step guide to using the Plugin Alliance bx_Subfilter• Fine-tuning resonance and tight punch settings for impact• What does bx_Subfilter do? Breaking down its key features• Gain staging tips to ensure a balanced, professional mix• Before-and-after audio comparisons to hear the differenceMaster the art of low-end control and take your mixes to the next level! Tune in now for expert insights and practical techniques you can apply today.Do you want to listen to Waves? Click here.Got feedback? I’d love to hear from you! Click here to leave a review, share your social media handles or website, and get featured in a future episode.Plus, one lucky reviewer will win a Starbucks voucher each month!Send me a message Support the showWays to connect with Marc: If you'd like a second set of ears on your mix or workflow, you can book a no-pressure chat here Radio-ready mixes start here - get the FREE weekly tips Follow Marc's Socials: Instagram | YouTube | Synth Music Mastering Thanks for listening!! Try Riverside for FREE