Taming High-End Frequencies (Tip)
Published Feb 17, 2014
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"When dealing with instruments which have a brittle or excessive top end (e.g., percussion, synths), rather than reaching for the EQ, try using the Kramer Master Tape plugin set to 15 IPS. Add saturation/drive to taste."
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