HRME • Advanced hybrid mixing course
Mixing Hybrid
Hard Rock
Mix a hard rock track from the first balance to the final print.
Follow David Vignola as he mixes “Wet Fast Burning Secret” by James D. Cooler with an analog console, outboard gear, and plugins. Then mix it yourself with the included multitracks.
COMPARE BASIC & PRO Watch lesson samples
Basic $197 · Pro $247 · One-time payment
How this course helps:
Analog / Hybrid Workflow Shown
Level Up & Get Paid For Your Mixes
See a Real Client Mix From Start To Finish
Choose training that fits your experience
Is this the right course for you?
This course is for mixers who are comfortable with EQ, compression, and routing and want to see a full hard rock mix. About a year of mixing experience is recommended.
Use the included multitracks in your own DAW to practice the same decisions. If you’re just getting started, explore the beginner courses first.
The real project behind the course
Hear the song you’ll mix.
Listen to “Wet Fast Burning Secret” by James D. Cooler. Both packages include the multitracks so you can mix along in your own DAW.
Inside the main course • Included in Basic & Pro
Build the mix. Hear why each move matters.
Follow more than five hours of training across 18 sections, from setting up the hybrid signal path and checking references to balancing the instruments and printing the final mix.
01 / ROUTING
Build the hybrid signal path
See how David routes tracks and groups between the DAW, console, and outboard gear.
02 / DRUMS & BASS
Give the rhythm section weight
Shape the drum room and hear how the bass supports the kit.
03 / GUITARS
Keep heavy guitars defined
Compare compression in solo and hear how the rhythm guitars sit in the mix.
04 / VOCALS
Keep the lead vocal present
Blend parallel compression and balance backing vocals around the lead.
05 / EFFECTS
Make space around the instruments
Use reverb and delay to add depth while keeping the mix clear.
06 / FINAL BALANCE
Finish the complete mix
Use reference tracks to check the balance, then follow the final listening pass.
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Works With Any DAW MAC & PC
All Audio Files IncludedÂ
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One-time payment • Choose your training
Choose your package.
Both packages include the full 18-section course, multitracks, and mix process checklist. For $50 more, Pro adds five bonus lessons and a one-on-one coaching call with David.
Before you enroll
Your questions, answered.
Does it matter what DAW I am using vs what you are using in this course?
Do I need to purchase a bunch of hardware to use this course?
Can I use my mix on my website to show off my work?
How much mixing experience do I need to take this course?
Is this course downloadable to my computer?
How do I schedule my Pro coaching call?
Real excerpts from the main course
Hear what changes in the mix.
Three examples show how David shapes the drum room, rhythm guitars, and lead vocal. Listen on headphones to hear the comparisons.
Give hard rock drums more room
1:47 · Main course
Hear how room emulation adds space to the drum kit and how it sounds against the other drum tracks.
Tighten the rhythm guitar tone
1:30 · Main course
Compare the compressed guitar on its own and then hear how it fits back into the mix.
Add thickness with parallel vocal compression
2:24 · Main course
Hear the compressed parallel track on its own, then listen as David blends it behind the lead vocal.
Included with Pro
Ride levels after hardware compression.
5:34 · Pro automation preview
See how David places volume automation after the compressor so fader rides don’t change how hard the signal hits it. The Pro package includes all three automation lessons, Plugin Essentials, and the post-mix walkthrough.
Meet your coach
David Vignola
Follow David at the console as he explains what he hears and why he makes each move. Apply those listening decisions to your own sessions with the included multitracks.
Included with Pro: A one-on-one coaching call with David to discuss your mixing or studio questions.
