I always suggest learning to use the plugins and tools you have before running out and buying a bunch more. If you crack open the books and use the bundled plugins in RB you might find out they are just fine for you needs, at least for now.

You mentioned using EQ to raise volume. I believe that is the function of compression and master limiting.

A proper way to get a bit more volume is to mix a song so that you get a clean clear balanced mix, and then keep the gain on the faders out of the yellow for the most part, then place a master limiter on the master output buss and use the output gain of the plugin to boost the signal till you are happy.

Just remember to keep it out of the red.

A tad of compression on individual tracks helps as well.

EQ is for taming frequencies, not volume control.


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