A lesson from Vlado Meller on how to deal with over-compressed mixes.

'BASS-RHYTHM AND MUSICAL FOUNDATION - 3rd and 4th Octaves - 64 - 256cps': "Profound attention should be given to equalization or attenuation in this range, for the musical balance of the entire program can be controlled at 100 cps."

“With EQ alone, he controlled the dynamics and balanced the vocals without relying on any compression. As a result, the beat remained powerful and punchy but was better controlled.”

"Get the bass right, and suddenly the vocals sit better. The kick hits harder. The guitars find their space. Everything feels more balanced because you've built from a solid foundation." — I adapted an idea from Andy Wallace that can improve your mastering work.