Learn the Pro Techniques for Mixing Metal Music for Balanced Mixes with Clarity.

Metal Producer Overlord

Online Course By Pro Metal Mixing Engineer & Producer: Nic Z

Craft Your Own Sound that Expresses Your Vision as an Artist

Say Goodbye to Muddy Metal Mixes!

Here's What You Get:

You're going to learn how to make your mixes translate to ALL environments & DAW, not just in your studio.
You'll learn how to make pockets in your mix so that instruments can be clear and not overpowering other elements in the mix.
You'll learn what industry standard really means and how to achieve it.
You'll stop wasting time searching for the 'perfect' plug-in and learn what you really need.
You'll learn how to achieve a faster and more efficient workflow.
You'll also gain the confidence to work with other artists' and bands' projects.

Clear, precise video lessons

Can be used for any rock & metal sub genre

Stems & templates downloads

Unlimited access

Structured and Easy-to-Follow Video Lessons

You'll learn a wide range of mixing techniques with four different case studies (four different sub-genres of rock and metal).
This online course for mixing rock and metal music is designed to help you learn faster and more effectively.

Downloadable Templates & Mixing Sessions

You'll get two mixes that you can work with.
You'll also get templates and downloads to make your workflow more efficient for different DAWs.

This course provides you with everything you need to start mixing rock and metal music at a professional.

Access at Anytime and Learn at Your Own Pace

You'll be granted access your online course where you can choose your password and will be able to log in at any time, anywhere as long as you have internet connection.

This allows you to go through the course at your own pace.

Metal Producer Overlord is also a one-time cost, no monthly subscriptions.

Metal Producer Overlord Course Outline

Introduction & Preparation

Welcome
Mindset & Seven Mixing Mistakes
Which DAW?
A Visualization of Mixing
Basics of EQ & How to Apply
Basics of Compression & How to Apply
Tablet Mixing Applications
Using Pro Tools: Session Setup
Using Reaper: Template Creation

Mixing Case Study A: Progressive Deathcore

Module 1A: Pre-Mixing & Achieving a Rough Balance

Mixing preparation
Gain staging the drums
Gain staging bass & guitars
Gain staging ancillary sounds
Gain staging the vocals
Tying your rough balance together

Mixing Case Study A: Progressive Deathcore

Module 2A: Mixing the Core of the Song

Mixing drums: triggers & replacing samples
Mixing drums: kick & snare
Mixing drums: toms
Mixing drums: overheads & initial vocal balance
Mixing guitars
Mixing bass
Introducing top-down into the mix

Mixing Case Study A: Progressive Deathcore

Module 3A: Finalizing a Static Mix

Corrective adjustments & listening environment
Mixing guttural vocals & contextual adjustment
Mixing bright growl vocals
Mixing synths, sound effects, & ambient effects
Mixing acoustic guitars & clean vocals
Pre-automation analysis

Mixing Case Study A: Progressive Deathcore

Module 4A: Secret Weapons, Automation, & Mastering

The importance of referencing
Making a snare bomb
Alternating guitar tones
Gluing vocals with delay and level riding
2 buss automation, final touches, & loudness
Printing the master & closing thoughts

Mixing Case Study B: Melodic Hard Rock

Module 1B: Setup & Mix Preparations

Tape emulation & importing the tracks
Creating a rough balance
Tom cleanup
Performance edits & checking phase

Mixing Case Study B: Melodic Hard Rock

Module 2B: Diving into the Mix

Mixing drums: snare
Mixing drums: kick
Mixing drums: rooms
Mixing guitars & contextual adjustment
Initializing top-down mastering chain

Mixing Case Study B: Melodic Hard Rock

Module 3B: Mixing after Top-Down is Activated

Mixing vocals
Contextual adjustment of guitars, drums, & vocals
Mixing bass
Side chain compression
Mixing drums: toms

Mixing Case Study B: Melodic Hard Rock

Module 4B: The Bigger Picture

Applying time-based effects
A system of checks & balances
Loudness & automation
Mix critique

Mixing Case Study C: Heavy Power-Progressive Metal

Module 1C: Preparing the Mix

Breakdown of the downloadable template
Editing the performance before you mix (drums)
Importing tracks into your template
Checking phase
Creating a rough balance

Mixing Case Study C: Heavy Power-Progressive Metal

Module 2C: Sound Designing Acoustic Drums

Cleaning up the toms
Making reference notes
Mixing drums: sound designing the kick
Mixing drums: sound designing & mixing the snare
Mixing drums: sound designing rooms, overheads, & toms

Mixing Case Study C: Heavy Power-Progressive Metal

Module 3C: Mixing the Song

Mixing guitars: rhythms
Mixing bass
Introducing the mastering chain
Mixing drums: contextual adjustments
Mixing vocals: screams
Mixing vocals: editing & mixing melodic voices
Mixing guitars: leads

Mixing Case Study C: Heavy Power-Progressive Metal

Module 4C: Finalization & Revisions

Using artificial intelligence enhancers
Automation, tweaking, & finalizing the mix
Revisiting the mix: tackling client's initial pre-mix notes
Macro movements
Setting your terms with a client
Reflecting on client's mix critique

Mixing Case Study D: Symphonic Metal

Module 1D: Preparing the Mix

Session organization run-down
Drum preparation
Song analysis, references, & initial mix notes

Mixing Case Study D: Symphonic Metal

Module 2D: Mixing the Core Elements

Creating the first balance & gain stage
Mixing drums & introducing the top-down chain
Mixing guitars & bass
Mixing drums: contextual adjustments & toms
Mixing vocals: melodic leads

Mixing Case Study D: Symphonic Metal

Module 3D: Mixing the Orchestra

Mixing percussion ensembles
Mixing string & choral sections
Mixing woodwinds & brass
Mixing sound effects & melodic vocals (continued)
Mixing vocals: screams & growls

Mixing Case Study D: Symphonic Metal

Module 4D: Finalizing the Mix & Master

Rebalancing the mix
Getting creative & using automation
The little details (in the mix)
Closing thoughts on the final mix and post-production process

Personal Note From Your Instructor: Nic Z

Mixing metal can present many challenges due to the complexity and sheer amount of different sub genres.

It's no secret that metal is an underground landscape, that which has few resources available to the community. Metal stands apart from all the rest.

Metal Producer Overlord is a no-nonsense approach to creating industry-standard mixes for metal.

Let's get to it!

- Nic Z

Owner of Fermata Face Studios and pro audio engineer/producer/multi-instrumentalist for labels, artists, and bands all around the world.

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What Students are Saying about Metal Producer Overlord and Nic Z

Nic Z' workflow and explanations really compliment what I was already doing...

"Not going to lie, I like it a lot. I've been mixing and mastering my own music and other peoples music for past couple of years. However I never felt like I understood why I did certain things. I was just copying moves other people were doing on YouTube. But Nic Z’s workflow and explanations really compliment what I was already doing helping me solidify my understanding.

John C.

Nic was efficient and delivered great sounding mixes...

"The studio experience could not have been better. Nic was efficient and delivered great sounding mixes that was exactly what we asked for."

Jacob B.

We had a blast recording are full length album with Nic Z...

"My band recorded a demo here. We had a blast recording and are fully expecting to head back for a full length in the future."

Jared M.

Nic Z cares about the project he works on and it show...

"Not only does Nic get great tones/sounds but he knows how to encourage the best performance out of a player. He cares about the project he works on and it shows."

Michael G.

Nic took my latest album to the next level...

"Nic Z took my latest album, Overcometh to the next level with his mixing suggestions and mastering the final product."

Jason Stallworth - Solo artist and co-founder of Metal Mastermind

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Bonus: The Fundamentals of Mastering Rock & Metal Music

Analyzing with a reference
Surgical and corrective EQ
Saturation and dynamics
Finalizing and making the album sound cohesive

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FAQ

What format does Metal Producer Overlord come in?

The format is an online course. Once you purchase Metal Producer Overlord, you will create a username and password that you will use to access the course.

Who is Metal Producer Overlord for?

This course is for any rock or metal musician with a desire to learn how to create industry-standard mixes for their own releases and also work with other bands and artists to expand.

Can I access Metal Producer Overlord at any time?

Yes! Once you purchase Metal Producer Overlord, you will always have access to the course. In fact, we encourage you to go through the course as many times as you wish!

Can beginners take Metal Producer Overlord or is it just for professionals?

Metal Producer Overlord takes you from start to finish, step-by-step so that anyone who has a passion for mixing metal music can achieve their desired result.

How long will it take me to go through Metal Producer Overlord?

This really depends on you. We recommend not rushing through the course and spending adequate time on each module. We also encourage you to go through the course as many times as you wish. Remember, once you purchase the course you'll always have access to it.

Can't I just learn mixing & mastering by watching YouTube videos?

There are some videos that can cover some of what is talked about, but nowhere near to the degree of what Nic Z takes you through. This course is also laid out step-by-step making it easy to follow and apply the things you learn.