Send processed and unprocessed stems for comparison
Problem: misalignment between technical and creative goals
Render tracks as stems before digital summing
Problem: CPU overload during summing
Use stem separation to isolate chord layers
Problem: difficulty isolating chord components for editing
Mistake: assuming chord layers are inseparable
Problem: inability to edit chord components
Use Let and I for vocal separation
Problem: vocal masking, stem separation
Mistake: Over-processing stems without addressing fundamental issues first
Problem: mixing without addressing stem quality
Use 'collect all' to export stems for collaboration
Problem: missing files in collaboration
Use stems to isolate and EQ vocals during mastering
Problem: imbalanced frequency between vocals and backing track
Prioritize stem processing before applying mastering tools like Clarity
Problem: inadequate preparation for mastering tools
Use stems and warp them to the project's tempo
Problem: stems out of sync with project tempo
Mistake: using stem extractors without checking quality
Problem: loss of vocal clarity and dynamics
Group bass tracks for unified processing
Problem: inconsistent bass processing