The process for making a song in 44.1k and bouncing it out at 88.2k and then back down to 44.1k involves a few steps to ensure the best possible outcome. Here are the steps you can follow:
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Create your song in your DAW (digital audio workstation) at 44.1k sample rate. This will be your working file.
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Once you have completed your mix, export it as a high-quality audio file, such as a WAV or AIFF file, at 44.1k sample rate. This will be your reference mix.
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Create a new project in your DAW and set the sample rate to 88.2k.
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Import your reference mix into the new project.
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Make any necessary adjustments to the mix, such as adding EQ or compression, until you are satisfied with the sound.
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Export the new mix as a high-quality audio file, such as a WAV or AIFF file, at 88.2k sample rate.
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Create another new project in your DAW and set the sample rate back to 44.1k.
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Import the 88.2k mix into the new project.
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Make any final adjustments to the mix, such as adjusting the levels or adding effects.
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Export the final mix as a high-quality audio file, such as a WAV or AIFF file, at 44.1k sample rate.