I feel like we all already have this since it goes on sale pretty often, but for any newcomers to the community who don't, Solid State Logic's Bus Compressor 2 is on sale for for $19 until New Year's Day. You may want to check Plugin Boutique, too, and take advantage of their rewards program. Here's the link: https://store.solidstatelogic.com/plug-ins-and-iems/ssl-native-bus-compressor-2?utm_source=dot_Digital&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Bus%20Compressor%202%20Holiday%20Sale&utm_content=Software%20Promotion&dm_i=7YS,93OK0,A3TJCD,123GUK,1

Commitment Statement: I am committed to slowing the fuck down and not jumping ahead of any process because I have many years of experience mixing things my own way.

Have you ever finished a track and thought: “This is good… but it still doesn’t sound professional.” You tweak the EQ. Add compression. Adjust levels. Then compare it to a reference track and something still feels off. I’ve noticed most of us don’t struggle because we lack talent. We struggle because we’re missing a clear system from recording → mixing → mastering. That’s why communities like this matter so much. When you stop guessing and start following a process, everything changes. 💬 I’m curious: What do you feel is your BIGGEST challenge right now? 1️⃣ Mixing clarity 2️⃣ Low-end / bass balance 3️⃣ Loudness & mastering 4️⃣ Knowing when a track is actually “finished” Comment the number below 👇 Let’s help each other level up