Ultimate Guide to Panning Audio & Instruments in a Mix

Avid created this tutorial, but the information is not just for Pro Tools users, although that’s what they use for demonstration purposes.  There’s lots of great info on what panning is, how it works, and tips for panning instruments in a mix.

Below is an excerpt from the guide:

Creating space for every sound is a major goal of audio mixing. By strategically placing each sound in its own sonic space, you can reduce frequency masking problems and create a more immersive listening experience. In this guide, we’ll use Pro Tools to demonstrate how audio panning works and explore techniques you can apply to produce clearer and wider mixes.

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• What is panning in music?
• Tips for panning instruments in a mix
• Examples of panning in music and post-production
• Start creating wide and clear mixes with Pro Tools

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