Learn about LCR Panning

Check this experiment I put together to show how LCR Panning can help you create more pro sounding mixes.  This is not a new technique by any means.  It's been uses since mixing boards had three panning positions, Left, Center and Right.  With the advent of the variable panning pots I guess its tempting to use different parts of the stereo field.   However, it always seems to come back to LCR...

Studio One 2 - Automating Track Panning To Tempo

A quick and easy way to automate panning to the tempo of your song using Presonus Studio One version 2.

The Basics Of Panning Drums

The panning of drums in your mix is EXTREMELY important.  They are the foundation of your rhythm track and need to be in the right area of your mix.   After a lot of reading I found there is definitely a consensus on some fundamentals of panning drums.  Like... Kick and Snare are ALWAYS in the center. 

Here's a video clip of those concepts.   These are not hard fast rules.  They're more guidelines on where to start.  I urge you to experiment, especially with cymbal placement.  Enjoy!