Video Tutorial: Mixing Ambiences in Dolby Atmos

In this 50-minute tutorial, sound artist Nick Ainsworth demonstrates his process in full detail for mixing immersive ambiences with Dolby Atmos in Pro Tools. Watch the trailer.

Looking to level up your spatial audio skills?

You’ve come to the right place. As the demand for more engaging and realistic audio experiences continues to grow across industries, learning to work with immersive audio can be incredibly beneficial for your career as a sound artist.

This tutorial is perfect for any sound artist looking to master Dolby Atmos, learn efficient workflow for spatial audio mixing, and see practical applications of advanced techniques to achieve more immersive and engaging mixes.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

In this video tutorial, sound designer and re-recording mixer Nick Ainsworth demonstrates his process for mixing immersive ambiences in Dolby Atmos and Pro Tools. Working in a 7.1.4-equipped room at Electric Ear Studio in Los Angeles, Nick gives an overview of the Dolby Atmos Renderer, discusses his Pro Tools template, and provides commentary while he mixes an ambience-heavy scene from the film Giro Prepares for Death.

Dolby Atmos Renderer Setup

Learn the workflow for spatial audio mixing and downmixing to various formats.

Pro Tools Template

Get insights into organizing a Dolby Atmos template, including Bed/Object tracks, EQs, and reverbs.

Real-World Examples

See practical applications of stereo, 5.1, and quad upmixing techniques to create immersive environments.

Panning Automation & Reverb

Understand how to use plugins like NUGEN Halo, Altiverb, and Spanner for spatial effects and detailed sound placement.

Mix Refinement

Explore automation techniques for balancing ambiences and using harmonic distortion with HEAT for a polished sound.

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Get ready to level up your immersive audio skills. Captivate your audience while transporting them into the heart of your narrative.