Steinberg Media Technologies has announced distribution of a new mixing tutorial DVD-ROM series that supports users of DAW applications in creating powerful, balanced mixes using advanced software tools. Filmed in HD quality, the two-part Internal Mixing series provides a total of 340 minutes of advice and tips on all aspects of mixing using Steinberg's Cubase and Nuendo applications, and includes English, German, French and Spanish soundtracks.

Contents Vol. I (running Time 160 mins):

• Defining the objective of the mix.
• The three dimensions.
• Tips for delivering the mix master to the mastering studio.
• More bits sound better!
• The systematic approach – clarity and a good workflow for the mix.
• Working with groups.
• Compressing groups to save CPU and increase sound power.
• EQing groups to save resources and create "space".
• Handling groups: What do I control via groups, and what via tracks?
• Workflow overview.
• Summary of panning rules.
• Preventing phase interference.
• Breakdown of the frequency bands and their principle zones.
• Mixing a tight bass range.
• EQ basic rules.
• Common basic parameters of compressors and their use.

Contents Vol. II (running Time 180 mins):

• Exercises with compressors.
• Layering with reverb and delay.
• Native and DSP-aided reverb devices.
• Pre-delay as a design component.
• EQing in reverb return as a design component.
• Layering strategies.
• Pre-fader or post-fader?
• How many reverb devices do you need? Planning depth design.
• Additional aspect: Design and the use of Mute and Special FX.
• Automation.
• Processing single instruments.
• Microphone tracks.
• Refining loops (doubling, gating, compressing, reverbing).
• Exercise in editing loops.
• EQing and compressing vocals.
• Special aspects concerning choruses.

Internal Mixing appears in two volumes, costing €49 each, and are available now.