Episode 2

In this Puremix exclusive, join award-winning mixing engineer Rachel Alina at Signal Corps Recording in Dumbo, Brooklyn, as she walks you through the process of remixing King Garbage’s song “Piper” on the legendary Helios Type 69 Console. Discover the intricate world of mixing with an analog versus digital workflow and learn about the harmonic differences between the initial digital mix done during the pandemic and the analog remix for the full album.

Watch as Rachel discusses the importance of a cohesive producer-mixer relationship, ensuring the final product represents the artist's original vision but is elevated with excellence in craft. Experience the difference between digital and analog mixing workflows, and apply these techniques to your projects to add new and unique sonic textures.

In this comprehensive tutorial, Rachel Alina:

Shares insights on mixing and mastering simultaneously using vintage equipment.
Explains the history and evolution of her collaboration with King Garbage.
Discusses the steps taken to convert a home-produced track into a high-quality album.
Highlights the significant impact of driving line amps on the Helios console for achieving the desired sonic character.
Breaks down the detailed processing chain for vocals and instruments, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the artist's vision.
Offers invaluable tips on balancing and refining the mix to enhance the artist's vision.
Explains the concept of 'add tracks' (parallel compression tracks) and how they can maintain consistent vocal presence while adding distinctive character.
Details her approach to mastering and bus processing for a polished final mix.
Provides hands-on examples with real-time A/B comparisons to showcase before-and-after effects.