Mix Analyzer guide
Stereo Field Analysis
Evaluate stereo width, phase correlation, mono compatibility, and frequency-dependent imaging.
What is stereo field analysis?
Stereo field analysis measures how a mix uses left, right, center, and side information. It helps identify mixes that are too narrow, too wide, phase-heavy, or unstable when played in mono.
Width
How much content spreads beyond the center image.
Phase correlation
Whether left and right channels work together or cancel each other.
Mono compatibility
How well important elements survive on mono playback.
Frequency width
Whether low end, mids, and highs use appropriate stereo spread.
How to judge stereo width
Wide mixes can feel immersive, but width needs control. Low frequencies usually translate better near the center, while upper mids and highs can often carry more stereo movement.
Practical checks
- Keep kick, bass, and low-end fundamentals stable in the center.
- Use width for supporting instruments, ambience, doubles, and effects.
- Check mono compatibility when using wideners, chorus, or Haas delay.
- Avoid making the whole mix wide if the vocal and groove need focus.
Common stereo problems
Stereo problems often sound impressive in headphones but fail on club systems, phones, smart speakers, or mono playback.
Typical warning signs
- Negative or unstable phase correlation can indicate cancellation risk.
- Wide low end can weaken punch and create vinyl or club translation problems.
- A narrow mix can feel small even when frequency balance is good.
- Over-wide effects can pull attention away from vocals or lead instruments.
What Mix Analyzer adds
The stereo module pairs measurements with practical translation advice so you can decide when to narrow, widen, rebalance, or simplify stereo processing.
Analysis output
- Stereo width and phase relationship checks.
- Mono compatibility warnings.
- Mid/side balance interpretation.
- Frequency-aware imaging feedback for low end and high-frequency spread.
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