Edu Imbernón

06 THE MIX In order to do the final mix, Edu exports all the audio tracks and creates a new session. As a practical example, he opens the mix session of “Lucent” and explains all the adjustments that were made in each track: levels, equalization, compression, and so on. Furthermore, he insists on the importance of testing the tune in a live performance and listening to it on different devices/ in different places to be able to make good decisions, as well as on always leaving room for mastering when mixing.

07 REMIX Edu talks about the different types of remixes that he has faced and as a practical case, he opens the remix session of “Lips” from “The XX”. He explains the elements he has selected from the original version and how he has adapted them to the new tempo of the remix as well as how he has focused his remix on having a very powerful bass line. He also talks about its structure, the new sounds he has introduced, and analyzes the relationship between kick and bass in the low frequencies.

08 CREATING A NEW TUNE Edu creates a loop for a new tune from scratch explaining every step he takes. He starts by creating a background and looking for the leading notes, using side chain and equalization to make room for the other elements. Then he works on the groove by recording drums and he adds new elements to the background. Edu finishes by recording and processing the bass line of the tune.

09 PREPARING THE SESSION Edu talks about his setup as a DJ and what led him to choose that particular equipment. He continues by explaining how he organizes the music for the session: melodic and percussive tunes, time organization, etc. He also talks about what his setup was when he started DJing and advices DJs who are just starting now on what equipment to have at home.

10 THE TECHNIQUE Edu explains how his technique when DJing is based on maintaining intensity during the session. To understand better, he details how he works with loops using the Auto Loop function, how he uses the filter, reverb and ping-pong delay, and end with a practical example of mixing using these elements.

11 THE MIX Starting with an existing loop, Edu explains how he chooses the next tune and shows step by step how he procedes with the mix. He then talks about the use of Sync as well as the Beat Jump function. To conclude, he gives another practical example of mixing a percussive tune with a more melodic one using the previously learned concepts.

12 THE PSYCHOLOGY OF A DJ Session psychology is what makes a great DJ. This is Edu’s philosophy consisting of handling intensity during the different parts of the session and in the different types of sessions. Edu focuses on tempo and tonality and how contrast can be the most effective element. Finally, he explains how to create uncertainty in the crowd to get the attention of the dance floor.

13 MUSIC BUSINESS Edu talks about how to create your own identity and be unique in the industry. He insists on how easy it is nowadays to do marketing and neglect what is truly important: your music. He also talks about key issues in the industry: the relationship between artist and manager and when you should hire one, the role of agents, how to deal with tours, and how to establish your fee. Finally, he explains the importance of thinking like a DJ when producing and always being original.

14 DJ SESSION Edu’s exclusive DJ Session, approximately one hour of duration, in which he allows us to see in detail each of his movements on the mixer and the turntables.