КАЧЕСТВО - УНИВЕРСАЛЬНЫЕ ФИШКИ ОТ РОМАНА СТИКСА!

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00:00:00 – The video opens with a warm welcome and introduction. 00:01:10 – Roman Stiks introduces himself, detailing his experience in mixing, mastering, and freelancing. 00:02:11 – He explains the Multibus system and his teaching philosophy. 00:03:04 – He announces the creation of his own VST plugins. 00:04:22 – The stream’s agenda is outlined: freelancing, the mixing system, and a plugin review. 00:06:35 – He discusses the relevance of Fiverr for Russian users, noting universal principles. 00:08:01 – The importance of a systematic approach and consistent results in mixing is highlighted. 00:10:15 – He emphasizes the critical role of a diverse portfolio for freelancers. 00:11:39 – The significance of vocal quality in a portfolio is stressed. 00:13:21 – He shares his experience with creating effective promo videos. 00:14:19 – Pricing strategies and achieving Pro status on Fiverr are covered. 00:17:04 – The necessity of reference tracks in sound work is explained. 00:18:09 – He describes the evolution toward the Multibus system for speed and efficiency. 00:19:24 – He mentions mentors such as Andrew Scheps, Michael Brauer, and Josh Gudvin. 00:21:24 – A detailed lesson plan is shown using Josh Gudvin’s techniques on a Dua Lipa track. 00:23:13 – A finished mix example featuring a track by Bradley P. is demonstrated. 00:25:02 – He compares a drum bus with and without processing. 00:27:23 – An overview of a personal Logic Pro template is presented. 00:27:51 – The template’s structure (Drum, Wide, Vocal, FX) is explained. 00:28:14 – A side‑chain trick using Soothe on the FX bus to clean reverb is revealed. 00:29:53 – A plugin on the main bus, A.C.K. BlueTone, is showcased. 00:30:48 – VCA faders for group control are discussed. 00:31:33 – Blue Cat Gain’s Link/Reverse feature for gain staging is highlighted. 00:33:33 – Pre‑set sends in the template are reviewed. 00:33:42 – Parallel compression with 1176 (FET) and M76 (mid‑only) is demonstrated. 00:34:12 – He advocates minimal channel processing, citing Neve 1073 as an example. 00:35:37 – The benefits of limitations, such as with 1073, are explained. 00:37:58 – A comparison of Realphones and Sonarworks is posed. 00:39:00 – Transition to UAD Apollo and direct Sonarworks integration is shown. 00:43:52 – The Chandler Limited Germanium Compressor is analyzed for its warmth. 00:46:11 – The debate between inserts and sends is addressed. 00:46:26 – The importance of sends for mix glue is justified. 00:47:29 – Accumulative compression effects on parallel buses are illustrated. 00:49:38 – The Chandler Germanium compressor is toggled on and off. 00:52:44 – Roman Stiks introduces his own plugin, Chakra. 00:55:04 – Chakra’s mid/side architecture and three harmonic types are explained. 00:57:15 – Chakra is demonstrated on various tracks, highlighting warmth and high‑frequency handling. 01:00:03 – The plugin’s Tilt function is reviewed. 01:04:47 – The placement of Chakra on the master bus is questioned. 01:06:42 – A secret of Chakra, likening it to a Pultec with simultaneous boost and cut, is revealed. 01:11:23 – He lists the top five plugins for Black Friday. 01:11:48 – A.C.K. BlueTone is recommended. 01:12:30 – Kush Audio Omega TWK saturator is suggested. 01:17:39 – iZotope Ozone and its Imager are recommended. 01:18:12 – A trick to widen the lower midrange (250 Hz–1.2 kHz) for premium stereo is shared. 01:19:42 – Distressor, 1176, LA‑2A, DBX 160, and Melodyne are also recommended. 01:21:48 – The headphones vs monitors debate is discussed. 01:21:57 – He advises listening primarily in headphones with correction, finalizing on monitors like Eve Audio. 01:22:59 – A trick to check vocal balance on a mono Bluetooth speaker (JBL Flip) is shown. 01:24:51 – The importance of mono compatibility in 2025 is emphasized. 01:28:45 – He separates tone shaping (inserts) from wow effect (sends). 01:35:20 – A homework example of checking mixes in mono via JBL speaker is presented. 01:38:49 – An objective mix assessment system (check‑list) is introduced. 01:43:25 – The reliability of iZotope’s Tonal Balance Control curve is questioned. 01:45:01 – He explains that curves are hypotheses for testing, not instructions. 01:47:44 – The feasibility of bass balance in headphones is queried. 01:49:04 – A summary of three key points for quality sound is given. 01:49:22 – Point 1: Monitoring (correction, home acoustics). 01:50:34 – Point 2: System (template, structure) for consistent results. 01:51:21 – Point 3: Attention to detail and analytical skill. 01:59:10 – The video concludes with a farewell.