Masking challenge: hear overlap before reaching for EQ
The browser generates a lead-like harmonic signal and competing energy. Compare overlap with a deliberately small opening.
Diagnosis
- Start with A and B at the same master volume.
- Switch quickly.
- Listen for separation rather than brightness alone.
Decision
- Identify the smallest change that improves separation.
- Keep the backing signal's body.
- Transfer the idea only after locating the actual collision in a real mix.
Measurement boundary
The synthetic example teaches the mechanism; it cannot diagnose masking in your song.
Common failure: Bigger cuts make the lesson obvious but teach the wrong production habit.
Masking challenge
Audio is synthesized locally. Keep playback moderate.