Recording of the Webinar on HoRNet’s Spectrum Analyzers – November 3rd, 2021

In this informative video, we are presenting the full recording of our webinar on HoRNet’s spectrum analyzers, which took place on November 3rd, 2021. During this session, we explored how to use various HoRNet plugins to effectively analyze your audio, make informed decisions on how to process it, and achieve a professional, balanced mix. Understanding your audio spectrum is a critical step in music production, whether you’re working on vocals, instruments, or full mixes. In this webinar, we demonstrated how to leverage these tools to enhance your mixing skills, pinpoint problem areas, and refine your audio with precision.

A well-balanced mix is key to creating professional-quality music, and analyzing your audio’s frequency spectrum plays a significant role in getting there. By using spectrum analyzers, you can gain insight into how each part of your mix interacts with the other elements, and how you can adjust them to achieve the best possible result. Throughout this session, we highlighted several of our most effective HoRNet spectrum analyzer plugins, including MultiFreqs, TotalEQ, ThirtyOne MK2, and Freqs. Each of these tools provides a unique and powerful approach to visualizing and analyzing the frequency content of your tracks, allowing you to make more informed decisions and take your mixing process to the next level.

Getting Started with MultiFreqs:

We kicked off the webinar by introducing MultiFreqs, a powerful spectrum analyzer that allows you to visualize the frequency distribution across multiple bands. This tool is particularly useful for analyzing complex sounds and for identifying areas that might need more attention in your mix. MultiFreqs enables you to break down the audio spectrum into several frequency bands, making it easy to see exactly where there might be imbalances or issues in your tracks.

For example, if you notice that your mix is too bass-heavy or has excessive low-end rumble, MultiFreqs will allow you to pinpoint those problem areas with ease. On the other hand, if your midrange frequencies are lacking presence or clarity, you can use MultiFreqs to identify those issues and focus on adjusting those specific bands. This tool is perfect for producers who want a quick, efficient way to visually monitor their tracks and make precise adjustments.

Using TotalEQ for Advanced Spectrum Analysis:

Next, we demonstrated how to use TotalEQ, a versatile digital equalizer that combines modern EQ capabilities with analog-style emulation and saturation. TotalEQ provides powerful spectrum analysis tools that are perfect for fine-tuning your mix and ensuring that each element sits properly within the frequency spectrum. The built-in spectrum analyzer in TotalEQ gives you a detailed, real-time view of your audio, allowing you to see how different frequency ranges interact with one another.

This plugin is ideal for producers who want to not only shape their sound but also make sure that their mix is balanced and clear. Whether you’re adjusting the low end for tighter bass or shaping the high-end for more sparkle, TotalEQ’s advanced analysis features ensure that you can make the best decisions for your mix. By using TotalEQ’s spectrum analyzer, you can get an accurate visual representation of how each part of your track contributes to the overall sound, making it easier to identify areas that need more focus or attention.

The Power of ThirtyOne MK2:

We also covered ThirtyOne MK2, a multi-band analyzer that lets you observe and adjust the frequency balance of your mix with great precision. Unlike some other spectrum analyzers that may only focus on broad frequency ranges, ThirtyOne MK2 allows you to drill down into specific bands, helping you to ensure that your mix has the right balance between the low, mid, and high frequencies.

Whether you’re working on a full track or individual elements, ThirtyOne MK2 provides a clear, detailed visualization of how your frequencies are distributed across the entire spectrum. This makes it easier to avoid issues such as muddiness in the low-end or harshness in the high-end. With its intuitive interface and real-time feedback, ThirtyOne MK2 is a fantastic tool for producers who want to get an in-depth understanding of their mix’s frequency content and make precise, informed adjustments.

Freqs: Identifying Specific Frequency Ranges:

Finally, we explored Freqs, a plugin that takes spectrum analysis to the next level by focusing on identifying specific frequency ranges that need processing. Freqs provides an in-depth look at the frequency content of your tracks, making it an essential tool for fine-tuning your audio and ensuring that your final mix is clear, cohesive, and balanced.

Unlike general-purpose spectrum analyzers, Freqs allows you to isolate and identify particular frequency ranges that may be causing issues, such as unwanted resonances, harshness, or muddiness. This targeted approach makes it easier to focus your efforts on problem areas, helping you make better, more efficient mixing decisions. Whether you’re working on a snare drum that’s too sharp or a vocal that lacks presence, Freqs can help you identify and address those specific issues with precision.

Key Takeaways from the Webinar:

By the end of the webinar, viewers walked away with valuable insights into how to use HoRNet’s spectrum analyzers and other plugins to analyze their audio and improve their mixes. These tools are designed to help you better understand the frequency content of your tracks and give you the ability to make more precise, informed mixing decisions. Whether you are working on vocals, instruments, or full mixes, these plugins are invaluable for achieving a more professional sound.

The tools we covered—MultiFreqs, TotalEQ, ThirtyOne MK2, and Freqs—are designed to help you identify problem areas in your audio and give you the control you need to make the necessary adjustments. With the power of spectrum analysis at your fingertips, you’ll be able to see exactly what’s happening in your mix and make decisions that improve clarity, balance, and impact.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced producer, using spectrum analyzers is an essential step toward better mixing. These tools will not only help you achieve a well-balanced sound but also improve your overall production workflow, saving you time and helping you achieve professional results faster.