A Comparative Analytical Study Of Remix Methods In Audio Engineering Techniques On Selected Iraqi Song Models

Abstract

Abstract                 

This academic study addresses the artistic and technical aspects of contemporary song production through an in-depth analysis of the three basic stages of audio production: recording, mixing, and mastering. These stages were approached using an analytical and applied approach that combines theory and practice, with the aim of demonstrating how contemporary audio engineering techniques can reshape traditional songs and give them a new presence in line with the demands of the contemporary digital audience. For the practical aspect, two songs from two different musical heritages were selected: the first, )Wir Wer Ba Bizanem(, by the artist Tayir Tawfiq, represents a model of Kurdish folklore, and the second, )Ya Badr La Tagheeb(, by the artist Yas Kheder, reflects Arab popular music. The two songs were remixed using modern production tools, including increasing the tempo, introducing layers of electronic sound, enhancing low frequencies, and applying effects such as reverb, delay, and chorus, while preserving the aesthetic structure of the original songs.

The research relied on a review of specialized audio technology literature, along with a comparative analysis based on technical audio criteria (frequency spectrum, dynamic distribution, vocal clarity, etc.). It also relied on descriptive and analytical tools to explain how these modifications affect the sound quality, appeal of the final product, and its suitability for modern listening environments such as clubs and concerts.

The study concluded that careful technical processing, supported by a deep understanding of the original musical identity, enables the production of songs that preserve their cultural authenticity while simultaneously presenting them in an innovative and modern way. The study recommended the need to enhance integration between sound engineering skills and the cultural understanding of musical material, as well as the importance of developing specialized educational curricula in this field to provide the artistic market with talent capable of technical innovation while preserving the artistic essence.