In this video Russ shows how using automation with filters can create space in mixes.

He uses the a McDSP Filterbank and then applies automation on acoustic guitars to give the vocal a space to sit in the mix, you can then take these principles and ideas and try them in your mixes and with different plug-ins.

Software used: Pro Tools 11, McDSP Filterbank, Maag EQ4, Avid Revibe, Avid Pitch.