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Mixing Workflow Checklist

Systematic mixing process with gain staging, EQ, compression, effects, and reference monitoring

Complexity: Complex | Duration: 30m+ | Category: Creative/General

Tags: mixing audio-engineering EQ compression mastering-prep

Workflow Diagram​

Steps​

Step 1: Gain staging​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Set proper input levels for headroom

Step 2: Balance​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Create rough fader mix

Step 3: EQ​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Carve frequencies for clarity and separation

Step 4: Compression​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Control dynamics and add punch

Step 5: Panning​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Create stereo width and space

Step 6: Effects​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Add reverb, delay, modulation

Step 7: Automation​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Automate volume, panning, effects for dynamics

Step 8: Reference monitoring​

Agent: reference

monitor - A/B compare to reference tracks

Step 9: Multiple listening environment​

Agent: audio

analyst - Test on speakers, headphones, car, phone

Step 10: Mix revisions​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Iterate based on feedback

Step 11: Stem export​

Agent: mixing

engineer - Export stems for mastering

Usage​

To execute this workflow:

/workflow creative/general/mixing-workflow-checklist.workflow

See other workflows in this category for related automation patterns.