I agree with Graham on this. Far too often I come across mixes that are just packed with plug-ins, and that takes away from the sound you’re trying to achieve. The best way to get yourself out of the habit is to use one channel strip plug-in and shape the sound with it. After you’re comfortable doing that, you can add the odd plug-in to the mix to enhance the sound.
Mixing with the Channel Strip Principle
I remember the days when all you had was a channel strip and that worked out just fine.. Many great records have been made this way. Less is definitely more.
Less is definitely more. I looked at my Logic installation one day and removed every plugin from third parties. I only reinstalled T-Racks, and I use it sparingly.