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Master professional snare drum equalization with this comprehensive TotalEQ MK2 tutorial. Learn phase alignment between top and bottom mics, surgical resonance removal, muddy frequency cleanup, and high-frequency enhancement techniques. Transform raw acoustic snare recordings into polished, mix-ready sounds using visual EQ precision and analog-style saturation.
Master the art of snare drum equalization with visual precision
Watch Saverio demonstrate his professional snare drum EQ technique using TotalEQ MK2’s advanced visual capabilities. This comprehensive tutorial covers everything from phase correction to surgical resonance removal, giving you the tools to transform raw acoustic snare recordings into polished, mix-ready sounds.
Discover how to properly align top and bottom snare microphones. Learn to identify phase issues and make corrections that immediately improve your snare’s punch and clarity.
Eliminate kick drum bleed from the snare microphone using precise high-pass filtering techniques. Maintain the natural character while removing unwanted low-frequency content.
Learn to pinpoint and neutralize specific resonant frequencies that muddy your snare sound. These surgical cuts can transform a confused snare into a defined, controlled instrument.
Master the removal of “muddy” frequencies in the critical 400-600Hz range, where unwanted energy often accumulates and makes the snare sound undefined.
Add air and presence with high-frequency shaping techniques, giving your snare that professional brightness that helps it cut through the mix.
Visual Precision: The real-time spectrum analyzer shows exactly what you’re hearing, making it easy to identify problem frequencies and monitor your adjustments.
Surgical Control: Up to 36 parametric bands give you the precision needed for detailed work like resonance removal without affecting surrounding frequencies.
Professional Workflow: Features like Equal Loudness monitoring and A/B comparison ensure your decisions improve the mix, not just change it.
Flexible Processing: From gentle tonal shaping to surgical problem-solving, TotalEQ MK2 handles every aspect of snare drum processing in one intuitive interface.
Per-Band Saturation: Add analog character and punch with individual saturation for each EQ band.
Intuitive Mouse Control: Drag frequency/gain, scroll Q factor – everything responds naturally to your workflow.
Ready to apply these techniques to your own mixes? TotalEQ MK2 is available for just $34.99 and includes a free trial so you can test these exact techniques on your own material.
This is part of a comprehensive series of equalization tutorials using TotalEQ MK2. Upcoming videos will cover:
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Saverio Vigni is the founder and lead developer of HoRNet Plugins. With over a decade of experience in professional audio production and plugin development, Saverio creates tools based on real studio needs and proven mixing techniques. Every HoRNet plugin is battle-tested in professional productions before release.
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