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Metal Music Manual addresses concepts and production techniques specific to metal music. By first establishing "heaviness," and defining qualities that enable a high standard of production, the book focuses on sonic weight, intelligibility, and performance precision. Methodologies are directly informed by the music´s performance characteristics, sound and timbral attributes, and predominant musical practices. Author Mark Mynett presents these processes and approaches within the stages of pre-production, recording, mixing, and mastering. An extensive companion website features multi-track metal recordings, audio stems, final mixes, and interviews with metal producers and musicians.

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