Mixing Electronic Music with HoRNet Plugins: A Complete Webinar Recap

Welcome to the recap of our latest webinar, held on March 20th, where we explored how to mix an electronic music track using a carefully selected suite of powerful tools from HoRNet Plugins. Hosted by Saverio, the founder of HoRNet, and featuring electronic music producer Maso, this session offers a deep dive into the creative techniques, technical strategies, and plugin workflows used to turn a raw production into a polished, professional-quality track.

If you’re an electronic music producer looking to improve your mixes and explore new ways to use some of the most innovative audio plugins, this session is a must-watch. Below, we’ll walk you through the main points discussed during the session, highlight the tools used, and show how HoRNet plugins can help elevate your sound.

Why HoRNet Plugins for Electronic Music?

One of the main focuses of the webinar was demonstrating how the right tools can make a massive difference in your workflow and the final quality of your mix. HoRNet plugins are known for being affordable, efficient, and incredibly CPU-friendly, which is essential for modern producers working in fast-paced environments or on resource-limited systems.

Throughout the session, our hosts used a combination of five key HoRNet tools: TotalEQ, Butterfly, Multicomp Plus MK2, Tape, and Magnus MK2. Each of these plugins plays a distinct role in shaping the tonal balance, dynamics, depth, and character of the track.

Starting with HoRNet TotalEQ

The mix begins with HoRNet TotalEQ, a fully parametric equalizer with dynamic capabilities, spectrum analysis, and an intuitive visual interface. Saverio and Maso use it as a surgical EQ to remove unwanted resonances and shape the overall tone of the track.

What makes TotalEQ especially powerful is its ability to function as both a traditional and dynamic EQ, meaning each band can respond dynamically to the incoming signal. This is incredibly useful for controlling problematic frequencies that appear only at certain times—common in synth-heavy or percussive electronic tracks.

Adding Width and Movement with HoRNet Butterfly

Once the tonal foundation is established, the team moves on to HoRNet Butterfly, a modulation and spatial processor designed to add movement and wideness to sounds without compromising their mono compatibility. In the webinar, Butterfly is used primarily on pads, arps, and effects buses to create an immersive stereo image and give the track that widescreen feel characteristic of modern electronic productions.

Butterfly offers multiple modulation sources including LFOs and envelopes, making it a creative tool for producers who want to bring their mix to life and avoid static, flat arrangements.

Controlling Dynamics with HoRNet Multicomp Plus MK2

Dynamic control is essential in electronic music, where elements often fight for space in a dense mix. The next step in the process involves HoRNet Multicomp Plus MK2, a versatile multiband compressor that allows precise dynamic shaping across multiple frequency bands.

Saverio and Maso demonstrate how to use it not only for standard compression duties, but also for parallel compression and mid/side processing. These techniques are key to adding punch and clarity while maintaining the groove and natural feel of the track.

Adding Analog Warmth with HoRNet Tape

With the dynamics under control, it’s time to bring some analog flavor into the mix using HoRNet Tape. This plugin emulates the saturation, compression, and subtle irregularities of classic tape machines. Used on drums, bass, and even on the mix bus, HoRNet Tape helps glue the elements together and adds the kind of warmth and depth that digital recordings often lack.

During the webinar, Maso highlights how even small adjustments with Tape can result in a more cohesive and emotionally engaging sound. The key is to use it subtly—enough to feel the difference without overpowering the original tone.

Final Limiting with HoRNet Magnus MK2

To bring the track to commercial loudness levels, the team finishes the mix with HoRNet Magnus MK2, a brickwall limiter designed for transparent peak control. It features several algorithms and auto-release modes that help retain the musicality of the mix while achieving modern loudness standards.

The limiter is used on the master channel, ensuring the final output is clean, punchy, and loud enough for distribution on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, or SoundCloud. With its intelligent design, Magnus MK2 lets producers focus on creativity while still meeting technical requirements.

Learn by Watching

One of the most valuable aspects of this webinar is seeing the step-by-step application of these plugins in a real-world scenario. Saverio and Maso explain not just the “how” but also the “why” behind each decision. This educational approach is ideal for producers who want to improve their critical listening skills, build better habits, and adopt efficient workflows.

Throughout the webinar, the mix evolves in real time, showcasing how each plugin contributes to the final sound. From subtle EQ tweaks to bold compression moves, each step serves a specific purpose in the broader context of the mix.

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Whether you’re a seasoned producer or just starting out, these resources can help you master your tools and make music more confidently and creatively.