Use sidechain compression on the piano and pads to let the bass and drums breathe, a hallmark of the "Original Mix" sound.
To master by Platunoff , you should focus on its atmospheric, progressive house elements. Track Overview
For production-focused learners, dragging an acapella or MIDI reference into a DAW like Ableton can help you map out the 5-element production formula: drums, bass, mids (piano), vocals, and FX. Music Production For Beginners (Step By Step Masterclass) Piano in My Head (Original Mix)
Ensure you cut the low end of your piano track to avoid clashing with the 123 BPM kick drum.
Apply a large reverb and consider reversing reverb tails to create those signature ambient swells found in the intro and transitions. Educational Resources Use sidechain compression on the piano and pads
The "Original Mix" relies on a crisp, acoustic-style piano sound layered over deep synth pads. To get this tone in a mix, use asymmetrical EQ to process the left and right channels separately, which adds width and space to the grand piano sound.
While specific sheet music for Platunoff's version is rare, you can find similar melodic structures in tutorials for tracks like 24kGoldn - In My Head (key of Bb Major) or Coldplay - Always in My Head (key of F Major) to practice the "piano in the head" feel. Music Production For Beginners (Step By Step Masterclass)
Similar to complex jazz-influenced tracks, you will often find D minor or B Major progressions used in this style to create a sense of movement. Mixing Tips: