How to Improve Your Rap Song Through Mixing

1. Make Vocals Clear and Upfront

• Clean up background noise.
• Use EQ to cut muddiness and boost presence (around 2-5 kHz).
• Compress vocals for consistency.
• Use a de-esser to tame harsh “S” sounds.
• Keep vocals slightly louder than the beat.

2. Balance the Low-End

• Use EQ to separate kick and 808 (kick: 80-120 Hz, 808: below 60 Hz).
• Add light saturation to the 808 for presence.
• Avoid audio clipping.

3. Use Effects Creatively

• Add subtle reverb and delay to vocals—don’t overdo it.
• Use delay throws on key words for excitement.
• Pan ad-libs and background vocals to the sides.

4. Automate for Energy

• Automate volume and effects to make choruses pop and transitions smooth.

5. Reference and Test

• Compare your mix to pro rap tracks.
• Test on headphones, speakers, and phones.

Quick Tip:
Keep your mix clean, vocals clear, and use creative effects sparingly. Always check your mix on different devices!

This approach will help your rap song sound polished and professional.