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Reference: Metallica / Architects style
Genre-specific issues that MixDiagnose flags automatically
Metal's defining feature is rapid double-kick patterns. But at high tempos, kicks blur into mud if the low end isn't tight. MixDiagnose measures your sub-bass and bass energy against metal references (target: -18 dB sub, -10 dB bass), flagging when low-end buildup masks kick definition and when sub-30 Hz rumble steals headroom from the kick attack.
Metal mixes stack 4-8 guitar tracks into a wall of sound. This creates enormous mid-range density (200 Hz-5 kHz) that can mask vocals, drums, and even itself. MixDiagnose measures your mid-range and high-mid energy against metal references like Metallica and Architects, flagging when the guitar wall is too dense, when mids are scooped too far, or when 200-500 Hz mud is clouding the mix.
Metal is the second-loudest genre after EDM — references sit at -6 LUFS integrated with only 6 dB dynamic range. Getting there without killing the attack of the kick and the pick attack of guitars is the challenge. MixDiagnose measures your integrated LUFS, crest factor, and true peak, warning you when you've crossed the line from aggressive to squashed.
Metal uses maximum stereo width (0.85 reference) and piercing highs for aggression. But too much 5-10 kHz energy creates fatigue, and too-wide guitars lose mono punch. MixDiagnose checks your high-frequency balance and stereo width against metal references, flagging harshness and mono compatibility issues.
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→ Run Metal Mix Analysis FreeMetal reference tracks typically land around -6 LUFS integrated — extremely loud. For a pre-master mix, aim for -10 to -12 LUFS. MixDiagnose measures your integrated LUFS and compares it against metal genre targets automatically.
Tighten the low end by cutting sub-30 Hz rumble, ensure the kick and bass guitar aren't fighting for the same 60-120 Hz space, and maintain a tight bass-to-sub ratio. MixDiagnose flags when your low-end energy masks kick clarity and compares your balance against metal references.
Stacking multiple guitar tracks creates 200-500 Hz buildup. Use high-pass filters on each guitar track and cut conflicting frequencies. MixDiagnose detects low-mid mud and tells you exactly when your mid-range density exceeds metal reference targets.
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