FOR MUSICIANS, PRODUCERS, AND ENGINEERS LOOKING TO INSTANTLY IMPROVE THEIR MUSIC...

Transform Your Home Recordings into Professional Mixes Using Just 5 Plug-ins

 

Discover the Proven Step-by-Step Process That's Helped Over 40,000 Musicians and Producers Quickly Create Amazing Mixes From Their Home Studio

(Without Expensive Gear or Endless Tweaking)

Yes! I Want to Mix Pro Music With Step By Step Mixing

Transform Your Tracks into Pro Mixes Using Just 5 Plug-ins

 
Discover the Proven Process That's Helped Over 40,000 Musicians Quickly Create Amazing Mixes From Their Home Studio
(Without Expensive Gear or Endless Tweaking)
Yes! I Want to Mix Pro Music With Step By Step Mixing
Duplicate This Fast Step-By-Step Mixing System That Always Creates Great Sounding Mixes Using 5 Plugins You Already Havey Have
  • Create better mixes in less time by simplifying your workflow.
  • Make all your tracks fit in a busy mix through easy-to-follow EQ techniques.
  • Create punchy and tight mixes with simple compression strategies.
  • Add space and depth to your mixes with reverb and delay - without making your mix sound washed out.
  • Make your mixes stand out with saturation, using secret methods the pros use - without distorting or destroying your songs.

In just 150 pages, you'll master the 5 plug-in process and be ready to make awesome mixes in your home studio, whether working on your band’s demos or mixing records for your friends and clients.

Over 40,000 Copies Sold - 100% Better Mixes Guaranteed

Digital bundle includes the PDF, Kindle, and audiobook versions.

  • Step By Step Mixing System: Enhanced PDF and audiobook version ($27 Value)
  • Bonus #1: Better Mixes in Less Time eBook - The Productivity Playbook for Mixing Engineers ($17 Value)
  • Bonus #2: Mix Quickstart Video Course ($49 Value)
  • Bonus #3: Mix Translation Masterclass ($27 Value)
Total Value: $120

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Yes! I Want to Mix Pro Music

"This is the NO BS guide to taking your mixes to the next level! Björgvin has been teaching and writing about recording for a decade, and really understands that stuff that we all struggle with in the home studio. Step By Step Mixing takes you through the full process of making sure your mixes rock from rough to radio ready!"

— Lij Shaw, Award-Winning Engineer, Grammy-Nominated Studio Owner, and Podcaster Behind Recording Studio Rockstars
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Let Me Ask You...

  • Do you fight to make all your instruments and tracks fit together in a busy mix?
  • Do you struggle to make your tracks punchy and tight with compression?
  • Does your mix sound washed out and cluttered because you're using the wrong reverbs?
  • Are you confused by saturation and how to use it to get a warmer-sounding mix?

If you answered yes to any of those questions, don't worry - You're not alone.

Let me tell you, I had no clue when I first started mixing.

I thought mixing was supposed to be fun and cool but I just felt intimidated.

All I did was randomly insert plug-ins and processors on every track, then shrug my shoulders because I couldn't really figure out how anything worked.

No matter what I did I couldn't make it sound better.

The songs changed when I played with the plug-ins, but I didn't know where I was going with the mix.

There was no balance to the instruments and the vocals sounded glued on and fake.  

The low-end was boomy, the drums sounded boxy and the balance was always either too harsh or too muddy.

Put Simply, my Mixes Screamed: "Amateur!" because the truth is...
  • If you have no plan of action...
  • No concrete steps...
  • Or an idea of where you're going with your mixes...
You'll mix in circles, never getting to a final, finished record.

I honestly didn't understand what to listen for so I kept randomly putting plug-ins on tracks, tweaking presets that didn't fit, and selecting inappropriate effects that weren't suitable for the song.

15 years later, after countless hours in the studio, I've created a fool-proof process for creating pro mixes.

And once I figured it out, mixing became fun!

I know how to create separation and balance with EQ.

I know what buttons to push on my compressor to make my mixes tight and loud.

I use reverb and delay to create space and depth that makes the mix sound pro.

My vocals sound better than ever because I know how to recognize and eliminate problematic frequencies, add some secret sauce with saturation and blend the vocals into the mix so they don't feel stuck on top.

Throughout my learning process, I realized that the plug-ins I kept coming back to when I needed to make the mix sound open and dynamic were these five processors.

  1. EQ
  2. Compression
  3. Reverb
  4. Delay
  5. Saturation

Now that I've learned how to master these five plug-ins, I'm paying it forward to musicians and producers like yourself so that you can use my techniques (and avoid my mistakes) to instantly improve your mixes - without buying more plug-ins, wasting time on Youtube or spending thousands of dollars on audio school.

My mixing techniques have helped thousands of musicians and producers gain the confidence and skills to make professional mixes they can be proud of.

They've used their mixing skills to successfully release their own records and get paying audio gigs from their home studios.

So if you're exhausted with your trial and error mix process that keeps you second-guessing yourself about whether your music sounds any good. 

...If you're tired of individual tricks and wished you had a clear set of instructions on how to make your mixes sound like the professional records you love so much.

..If you just want a clear A - Z process to make awesome mixes, then Step By Step Mixing is your clear, concise, and complete reference guide to level up your mixes from your home studio.

"I’d finally call myself a mix engineer as well."

"I’m a singer, songwriter, producer and now I’d finally call myself a mix engineer as well. This is truly a fantastic book for any new, aspiring or even seasoned mix engineers."

-Tino Grigoriou, Home Studio Musician​​

 

"refreshingly helpful in demystifying a topic that I’ve been trying to figure out for years."

"I thought I would have to completely change my life to attend audio school. But with Bjorgvin’s help, I have been able to turn a hobby into the beginning of a freelance career. THANK YOU!"

- Emily, Musician

 

"Buy it Now, your mixes will improve."

"Stop guessing, or struggling with trial and error methods. Clear concise, step by step, solid advice from a Professional whom is willing to share with you, his talents and experience. Buy it Now, your mixes will improve."

- Dave Columbo, Mixing Engineer

 

"Step by by step Mixing is an easy to follow guide on mixing music."

"Whether you have some experience or none it with help you a lot. First it shows you how to listen to music and to pay attention to the small details.  The books explains a lot how to move the faders in a way that everything is balanced. Then it goes in depth into EQ, compressor, reverb, delay and saturation."

-Jose Rivera

 
"Within a few weeks, my approach to mixing changed from being overwhelmed to having fun"

"As a rookie home producer I finally found Audio Issues offering this fantastic guide that gave all the bits and pieces, that I gathered from the internet, a context and an easy-to-understand explanations. Björgvin encourages its readers with practical tips to try and experiment. His material I recommend for beginner and experienced enthusiasts!"

-Arjan van Wijk

 

Spot-on mixing guide that will give you great results in your mix."

"I use this for myself and with students in the Music Technology A Level and Music Practitioners RSL (like a L3 BTEC) courses I teach. I've found it to be VERY accurate, easy to follow and apply and my students find it really useful. It is not overly long but is very practical and Bjorgvin clearly knows his stuff. Highly recommended for live and studio mixing of audio on both professional and academic levels."

-Dan, Music Technology Teacher

Start Mixing Better Music With the Step By Step Mixing System

The Step by Step Mixing System Works Even If You Don't Have All the Latest Plug-ins, Expensive Gear or a Pro Studio

 

Whether you're a beginner or a frustrated bedroom producer, this system will walk you step-by-step through the only tools you actually need to finish a professional mix.

Without the overwhelm, second-guessing, or plug-in overload.

Inside, you’ll learn my complete, repeatable framework for turning raw tracks into release-ready mixes, even if your “studio” is just a laptop and a dream.

Once you've mastered the five-plug-in process, you’ll have the tools that make great mixes every time, whether it's your own music, someone else's music, or your band.

If you think your mixes are just all right, but not quite there yet...and you want to improve your skills without buying yet another plug-in, hiring expensive mixing engineers, or wasting even more time going down a Youtube rabbit hole, then Step By Step Mixing will get you there.

If you don't want to spend years demystifying the mixing process, Step By Step Mixing will help you turn your hobby into the beginning of a freelance career.

If you need to transform your understanding of mixing to a whole 'nother level, without wasting years with trial and error mixing methods, Step By Step Mixing is the place to start.

Yes! I Want to Mix Pro Music With Step By Step Mixing

Real Results from Musicians and Producers Who Have Used the Step-By-Step Mixing Process to Create Amazing Mixes in Any Genre

"Like the back of the book says, this is the no BS guide to taking your mixes to the next level. I’ve been seriously into mixing the past couple years, spent hours on YouTube learning different techniques and tips, subscribed to URM and watched producers mix from the ground up and was still able to gain some valuable information from this book and understand things from a different perspective. The writing was straight to the point and very easy to follow for those that don’t particularly enjoy reading. If you’re on the fence about picking this up, I’d definitely recommend it!"
 

 

"No fluff, all good content. I've been mixing for about 2 years now and while I have a good understanding, books and experience from others helps me advance. I bought this book on a whim and I really enjoyed it. It's super easy to understand, gets right to the point without bragging about how good the author is. It's a pretty short read too so easy to reference when mixing. It's well written, simple to understand and easy to follow when trying out the suggestions in your DAW. Recommended for beginners and those who have a few mixes under their belt."

 


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"I had only read one or two chapters of the book and it handled a major flaw in my workflow which was preventing me from finishing mixes. Bjorgvin's book really helps to put order into one's approach to mixing so that they're handling the right thing at the right time, rather than just handling things at random (and subsequently creating chaos for themselves). I highly recommend this book to anyone who is floundering around with unfinished mixes."

 


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"I enjoyed this book because it was a good summary on what I need to make a mix. In today’s world, home studio is the norm. As such one has many options for DAWS, Plug-ins and etc that I can get overwhelming for a novice. Thank you for this book."

 
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"This book is fantastic. Easy to read, it is packed full of explanations and tips to help you become a better mixer (or to improve you current skills). I cannot say enough about this book ... you will not find a better book anywhere and for the price ... wow, its a winner!!! Buy it!"
 
"A couple of years ago I realized I needed to learn to mix my own material. I had no idea how to do that so I bought this book. What a stroke of luck that I bought this book and not some other! This book gave me a simple action plan that improved my mixes immediately. It provided-- and continues to provide through successive readings--clarity by focusing on the necessary elements and eliminating the extraneous. And as the title suggests, the book provides the reader with a step by step process to progress from raw tracks to a finished, polished mix. A quick but powerful read. Highly recommended."
 

 
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"I am a producer, arranger, singer, and performing artist, and own a Home Recording Studio. The Step by Step method has opened me up to a lot of possibilities, and has improved my mixing skills tremendously. The lessons were clear and concise. I've tried all of the principles suggested, and they did work for me, and now I'm recommending this book to everyone that I know in the business."
 

 
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"Clear, concise and utterly ground breaking. This book is the GOAT of mixing books. Great Read and packed with bonuses to help you learn, improve and become a masterful mixer. The difference in the music I put out after reading this book versus before is astounding. Get it you won't be disappointed."
 

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"I love this book. It is a simple no nonsense guide to mixing. I especially like the approach to limiting the amount of plug-ins. Because it goes against all the hype that we are constantly bombarded with. The idea that we need to spend so much time and energy keeping up with purchasing ridiculous amounts of gear. We are constantly being sold on one thing or another. With every purchase we believe that the gear rather than the experience will deliver excellence. Reading this book is better than buying tons of plug ins. Or at least reading this book before you buy tons of plug ins would work well too."
 

 
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Here's Just a Fraction of What You'll Discover Inside the Step By Step Mixing System

  • How to set up your session for a faster workflow so your mix is done sooner. If you want to use processing like bus compression effectively this is the prep work you need to follow (Pg. 5)
  • ​How to mix with headphones if you don't have studio monitors or need to keep quiet in your studio, without sacrificing the quality of your mixes (Pg. 120)
  • ​Learn to use busses and groups to make your mixing easier so you can get great balance and a solid rough mix faster than ever (Pg. 18)
  • ​The two-step process you need to tighten up guitars while making them cut through the mix, using my low-pass filter and bell boost trick (Pg. 31)
  • ​The underused frequency area where you can bring out the character of the keyboards without masking the rest of the instruments in your mix (Pg. 41)
  • ​How to use a shelving EQ to get rid of vocal muddiness and how to EQ a vocal-heavy song so that the backup vocals don't overpower the lead vocals (Pg. 32)
  • ​The most important, but overlooked aspect of using EQ to rebalance your mix to hear the separation between all the instruments in your song (Pg. 43)
  • ​How to keep the mid-range in check so you don't get boxy kick drums, honky guitars, muddy bass or nasally vocals (Pg. 113)
  • ​Take the guesswork out of EQ with over a whole chapter of different tips on exactly when and why you should cut and boost each instrument (Pg. 25)
  • ​The two most important knobs on your compressor and how they affect the entire sound of your tracks (Pg. 49)
  • ​How to use full-band AND multi-band compression effectively - and knowing why you should be using it in the first place (Pg. 62)
  • ​The sneaky way to use presets to speed up your mixing while still tweaking them for the best results (Pg. 54)
  • ​How to know which compressor emulation to use on each instrument. If you've wondered about the difference between VCA, FET, or OPTO you'll know EXACTLY when to use which one (Pg. 51)
  • ​The easy way to add an all-around reverb to instantly create space in your mix (Pg. 72)
  • ​Do you make these mistakes when creating separation between electric and acoustic guitars? Learn how to separate acoustic and electric guitars with different reverbs based on what they're playing (Pg. 83)
  • ​How to use modulated stereo delays to to keyboards. This subtle trick will add depth to your keyboards without cluttering up the rest of the mix (Pg. 91)
  • ​How to place backup vocals behind the lead using reverb and delay (pg. 89)
  • ​The incredibly important aspect of how and why to EQ your reverbs for a cleaner mix (Pg. 80)
  • ​When to use mono instead of stereo delays and how to blend separate reverbs together in a mix (Pg. 91)
  • ​Your step-by-step approach to knowing whether or not you should use saturation on a track (Pg. 101)
  • ​How to give your kick drum more low-end more thickness and weight (Pg. 102)
  • ​How to use multi-band saturation to give your snare drum more bite to cut through a busy mix (Pg. 104)
  • ​How to use parallel saturation to create subtle thickness and warmth (Pg. 102)
  • ​How to add warm tape emulation to bring out the acoustic guitars in your mix (Pg. 103)
  • ​How to use saturation to dirty up your keyboard patch to make it more interesting (Pg. 105)
  • ​Your easy process to find which saturation plug-in is the best to use to make your tracks stand out (Pg. 107)
  • ​How to check your mixes on multiple systems and what to look out for so that they translate everywhere. (Pg. 109)
  • ​How to fix mix translation issues when your mix sounds like it has a blanket over it (Pg. 114)
  • How to use a reference mix to make your songs compare to professional mixes (Pg. 109)
  • ​How to choose the right reference mix for your song (Pg. 110)
  • ​The 7-step process for making your mixes translate to every speaker system (Pg. 117)

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Better Mixes in Less Time: The Productivity Playbook for Mixing Engineers ($17 Value)

Crush deadlines, not your creativity. Finish killer mixes in 2 hours instead of 8.

  • Mix Smarter, Not Longer - Learn my proven workflow that slashes your tweak time so you can spend more hours making music, not fiddling with plugins.

  • Harness Deep Focus - Use deliberate practice—even if you only have 25 minutes—to level up your mixing skills faster than binge-watching tutorials.

  • Template Turbocharge - Ditch decision fatigue: set up a go-to mixing template that streamlines your signal chains and keeps distractions at bay.

  • Pomodoro Power - Apply the Pomodoro System to your sessions—mix in lean, laser-focused sprints, then recharge to maintain peak creativity.

  • Pre-Session Game Plan - Walk into every session knowing exactly what to tackle first, what problems to solve, and when to call it done.

  • 9-Step Finish Line Formula - Follow my step-by-step path from raw tracks to release-ready mix—no more guessing if you’re missing something.

5 Plug-in Mix Quickstart ($49 Value)

Ready to shortcut your way to pro-sounding mixes? Get 30 minutes of pro-level mixing hacks instead of 30 hours down a YouTube rabbit hole.

  • EQ Like a Surgeon - Cut mud, tame boom, and carve out presence in drums, bass, guitars, and vocals

  • Compression Unlocked - Master every knob on your compressor for punch, glue, and power.

  • Serial Compression Secrets - Stack compressors to deliver upfront, in-your-face vocals that sit perfectly in the mix.

  • Space & Impact - Use reverb, delay, and parallel processing tricks to give your mix depth, width, and freshness.

  • Saturation Sauce - Dial in subtle warmth or bold harmonic grit so your elements blend together like a pro’s.

This exclusive two-part video workshop shows you exactly when, why, and how to use EQ, compression, reverb, delay, and saturation. Straight in your DAW with zero fluff.

This exclusive 2-part video workshop shows you exactly how to use EQ, compression, reverb, delay, and saturation to make amazing mixes from your home studio.

Step-By-Step Mix Translation Masterclass ($27 Value)

Make your tracks sound killer everywhere without buying new fancy gear.

  • 7 Steps to Sonic Consistency - Nail a foolproof checklist that transforms boomy, muddy mixes into clear, balanced bangers on any playback system.

  • Beat the Home-Studio Curse - Bypass the usual pitfalls that leave your lows thundering and your mids lost in the mud.

  • Real-World Reference Hacks - Learn exactly how to audition your mix on earbuds, car speakers, club stacks, and more so nothing surprises you when your fans hit play.

Stop second-guessing and start shipping mixes that translate from bedroom monitors to stadium sound systems. This masterclass gives you the concrete, step-by-step routine every pro uses to ensure your music sounds awesome everywhere.

Yes! I Want the Step By Step Mixing System And These Bonuses!

Confidence and Skill...in Every Genre

The Step By Step Mixing System has helped countless musicians, engineers and producers gain the confidence and skills to make professional music they can be proud of.

But more importantly, they’ve used my techniques to actually finish their mixes and release their songs.

Whether they’re working in rock, pop, folk, country, EDM, or hip-hop, they’ve all gained the confidence to proudly to release their records.

Why This System Works

  •  Based on 15+ years of pro audio engineering expertise

  • Proven with over thousands of students

  • Shows you how to use the 5  plug-ins you already have

  • Works in any DAW from your home studio without needing to buy new gear

Who This Is For

  • Beginners who want to mix with a proven plan

  • Intermediate producers who want to master EQ & compression

  • Overwhelmed home studio musicians stuck in “tweak hell”

  • Creators who want to work faster and finish more

 


 

365-Day Money-Back Guarantee

The Step by Step Mixing System Is Guaranteed to Work (Even If You Don't Have All the Latest Plug-ins, Expensive Gear or a Pro Studio)

And I'll back that promise for a FULL YEAR.

As with all of the Audio Issues products, Step By Step Mixing comes with a 100% risk-free money-back guarantee.

I promise that following the workflow will help you create more professional mixes from your home studio. After reading them you'll know exactly what to do to transform your amateur demos into powerful and professional mixes.

There is a reason my students have told me that my training has "instantly improved their mixes." 

Your fans will love the new professional sounds you're releasing, and you'll impress every new client that comes to your studio because you'll easily show them how good you can make them sound.

You can even read the book before you make up your mind. You can try all the tricks and keep the book for a full year before deciding whether you like it or not. If at any point you decide that my training didn't skyrocket the quality of your productions, simply email [email protected] for a full refund, no questions asked nor strings attached! 

No Risk. Just Results.

I want you to feel confident and proud of your music, and I’m confident this system will help you get there.

Take it for a spin and try it on your mixes. If you're anything like my 40,000 other students, it's guaranteed to help you immediately.

And if for some reason you don’t love it, I’ll give you a full refund. No hard feelings.

I take my guarantee very seriously. I am not interested in keeping your money if you don’t learn anything from what I’m creating for you.

So if you’re not happy, I’m not happy. Simple as that.

Here's to improving your mixes!


 

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Start Making Better Mixes in the Next Two Minutes...

...With the Step By Step Mixing System

 

This is your start-to-finish mixing process that shows you how to create pro-sounding mixes using just 5 plug-ins: EQ, Compression, Reverb, Delay, and Saturation. You’ll go from guesswork to confidence, from clutter to clarity, and finally finish your mixes with pride.

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Step By Step Mixing Digital Book Bundle

  • Step By Step Mixing System: Enhanced PDF and audiobook version ($27 Value)
  • Bonus #1: Better Mixes in Less Time eBook - The Productivity Playbook for Mixing Engineers ($17 Value)
  • Bonus #2: 5 Plug-in Mix Quickstart Course ($49 Value)
  • Bonus #3: Mix Translation Masterclass ($27 Value)
Total Value: $120

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P.S.

If you scrolled all the way to the bottom and missed all of the juicy information on this page, here's a quick recap for you:

  • When I started out in audio, all of my mixes sounded terrible no matter what I did...
  • After 15+ years of working in the audio industry, going to audio school and mixing in pro and home studios, I created a fool-proof "step by step mixing system" that helped me finish better mixes in less time.
  • I wrote this proven process down in my book, "Step By Step Mixing: How to Create Great Mixes Using Only 5 Plug-ins" and it's helped more than 40,000 musicians, producers and engineers to date instantly improve their mixes.
  • For only $27, you can get the same results from my book, which will help you take your mixes and music career to the next level.

In short, if you want to make awesome mixes in your home studio that translate to every speaker system, whether you're working on demos for your band or mixing records for your clients, grab Step By Step Mixing right now.

You'll learn simple-to-use, practical mixing techniques that help you get better mixing results immediately, using the five plug-ins you already have in your DAW. 

NICE TO MEET YOU

I'm Björgvin Benediktsson

I’m an audio educator, mixing mentor, and founder of Audio Issues.

Over the last 15 years, I’ve helped thousands of home studio musicians overcome their anxiety with their audio productions so that they could turn their rough recordings into polished, release-ready mixes

In my career, I've worked as a live sound engineer, a broadcast recording engineer, a professional touring musician, a freelance mixing and mastering engineer, and now an audio educator.

When I started I didn't have a clue what I was doing, but over the years I've developed a simple, repeatable system that gave me the confidence to finally finish my songs, and help others finish theirs.

This step-by-step mixing system has helped over 40,000 musicians around the world.

Let's Make Your Next Mix Your Best Mix