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Mike Indovina
Helping musicians, engineers and producers create professional recordings and mixes from home so you can showcase your talents in the best way possible and grow your career.
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19/01/2022

Don Gunn: Optimizing Your Creativity

Don Gunn is a freelance recording/mixing engineer, producer, and musician in Seattle, WA. who has worked with hundreds of artists over the years including Death Cab for Cutie, Peter Frampton, Soundgarden, The Lonely Forest, King Crimson, The Humans, and Fences.Don started Gropius Mastering in 1997, but recently returned to the more creative side of producing, recording, and mixing. He primarily works at Two Sticks Audio in Seattle, a brand new room built by Jason McGerr from Death Cab for Cutie, but also Studio Litho and other fine rooms around Seattle. Don has also written an instructional book on Apple's Logic Pro DAW.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Scheduling creative timeCompartmentalizing your work to optimize your creative focusBatching tasksHow to edit your drums but keep a human feelThe challenges that come along with mixing live albumsMixing King Crimson and Death Cab For CutieMixing music in surround soundHow to clean up audio with clicks, pops, and noiseTo learn more about Don Gunn, visit:  http://dongunn.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions? For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show? Send them to [email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 11m
12/01/2022

Sean McLaughlin: Communicating With Artists

Sean McLaughlin is a producer, engineer, mixer and assistant professor in the Music Production and Engineering Major at Berklee.He started his studio,&nbsp; 37’ Productions, as a means for musicians to achieve high quality, label-ready recordings routinely unavailable to unsigned artists.Sean has worked with notable producers Andy Johns, Jimbo Barton, Carmen Rizzo, and artists Rush, Elliott Smith, Marilyn Manson, Death Row Records, and many others.&nbsp;In 2013, 2018 and 2019, Sean had the honor of being named Producer of the Year by the New England Music Awards. In 2019, Sean became the first to win Producer of the Year for both the Boston Music Awards and New England Music Awards in the same year.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Attended vs. unattended sessions: Which should you do?How to use an artists’ rough mix to help make your mix sound betterHow to get mix revision notes that make your life easierEditing vocals and drumsEditing drums - using tempo mapping to create a more natural feelThe problem with using multiband compressionThe # 1 question you should ask all artists before you start working with them in order to make sure everyone shares the same creative visionEQ: Before or after compression?Should you start a mix with drums or vocals?To learn more about Sean McLaughlin, visit: https://www.37ft.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:<a
1h 32m
05/01/2022

Val Garay: Stories From Over 100 Gold & Platinum Records

Val Garay is a legendary Producer/Engineer with a career spanning almost 4 decades when he started as a young singer/songwriter in the late 60’s.He’s garnered over 100 gold &amp; platinum records with total record sales over 125,000,000 worldwide.He’s been Nominated for Grammy’s on 9 different occasions and won for the “Record of the Year &amp; Song of the Year” with Bette Davis Eyes in 1981 and an Emmy Nomination for Neil Diamond’s TV Special, “Glad You’re Here With Me Tonight”.He’s worked with such legendary artists as , Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, Kim Carnes, The Motels, Jackson Browne, JD Souther, Sarah Brightman, Santana, Elton John, Bonnie Raitt, Andrew Gold, Frankie Valley &amp; The Four Seasons, Marvin Gaye, Dolly Parton, Eric Carmen, Kenny Rogers, Neil Diamond, Joan Armatrading, Randy Meisner, Jennifer Warnes, Seals &amp; Crofts, The Mama’s &amp; Papa’s, Queensryche, Orleans, Donald Byrd &amp; The Blackbyrds and the list continues.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to create a snowball of success in the industryBalancing your “sound” with the vision of the artists you work withShould you put songs out frequently or is it better to wait?“Letting go” with your musicGiving back to younger generationsHow to get a balance of all of your drum kit tracks (without even turning on your monitors)The secret to getting drums and bass to feel balancedThe 6 different mixes he makes for every artist he works withReimagining songs in different genresTo learn more about Val Garay, visit: http://www.valgaray.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;<a...
1h 4m
29/12/2021

Geoff Daking: Choosing the Right Gear to Use

Geoff Daking got his start as a drummer in the band, Blues Magoos. Over time, he transitioned from performing music to working in the studio, where he worked with tons of great artists including Meatloaf on his “Bat Out Of Hell” album.In 1994, Geoff started a company, Daking Audio, where he built a line of amazing, affordable mic preamps, EQs, compressors, and consoles designed to achieve pro-quality sound out of a home studio.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to get a job in a studio without any experience at allWorking with Meatloaf, Lou Reed, Luther VandrossWhat makes gear better suited for home studios vs large format facilitiesChoosing microphone preamps: What makes a good oneMistakes you’re likely making with your preampHow to achieve different types of saturation from your mic preampWhat to look out for when choosing a compressorCompression types: How different models differ and what they sound likeWhy using a stepped EQ is often better than parametricWhy HPFs are so critical in home studiosTo learn more about Geoff Daking, visit: https://www.daking.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
59m
22/12/2021

Josh Newell: Becoming a Master of Your DAW

Josh Newell is a Los Angeles based engineer, mixer, and producer known for his work with a wide range of artists, including Linkin Park, Intronaut, Nas, Avril Lavigne, Celine Dion P.O.D, and many more. He has gained a reputation for being a master with Pro Tools and being very thorough with his work.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Mastering your DAWStriking a balance between being thorough vs. being fastPro Tools certification - Is it worth it/necessary?How to get in with bands that you want to work withWhat makes a great assistantOptimizing your recording environment in order to work fast and stay creativeThe challenges of working with A-level artistsTips for editing drums so that they sound tight but naturalThe one track that you should be recording in order to make guitar editing easyTo learn more about Josh Newell, visit: https://josh-newell.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
54m
15/12/2021

Jaimeson Durr: How to Build Trust With Artists

Jaimeson Durr is a San Francisco Bay Area recording engineer, mixer and producer that works on a variety of music genres from local legends like, Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Chickenfoot, The Circle, The Dead, Dan the Automator as well as many other new promising artists.For the past 14 years Jaimeson has been primarily working out of his own studio Wally’s Hyde Out (formally Studio C) in the legendary Hyde Street Recording Studio complex where many well known artists recorded including Santana, Clearance Clearwater Revival, Jefferson Airplane,The Grateful Dead, Green Day, Train, and many, many more.He has also performed on and mixed several songs for hit prime time TV shows and movie trailers 90210, The Mindy Project, Ugly Betty, Rango, Arthur, The Lorax, Tangled and many more.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Analog summing: Is it worth investing into it?How to build trust with artists so that they keep hiring youDeciding how much to editThe sweet spot for micing guitar cabinetsGetting guitar tones with Joe SatrianiHow temperature can affect tuningCreating efficiencies to work quicklyRecording records with iPhones&nbsp;To learn more about Jaimeson Durr, visit: www.JaimesonDurr.comTo learn more about his studio, Wally’s Hydeout, visit: www.WallysHydeout.comLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and...
1h 5m
08/12/2021

Scott Michael Smith: Recording & Mixing Orchestras

Scott Michael Smith is an American audio engineer, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Los Angeles, California. Smith has worked with John Mayer, Fink, Colbie Caillat, Katy Perry, Carole King, Weezer and many more.&nbsp;Smith has worked extensively in film and television music as well. Some of Smith's score work includes The Handmaid's Tale, It Chapter 2, The Invisible Man, Mank and the Academy Award-winning film The Revenant.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Recording and mixing orchestrasHow to mic an orchestraHow to keep organized and manage hundreds of audio tracksThe secret to recording hundreds of tracks worth of instruments in less than 3 hoursHow Scott lays out his template to mix fastThe challenges of recording orchestras during COVIDDolby Atmos: the challenges of adopting this new system for mixingWill Atmos work for mixing music?To learn more about Scott Michael Smith, visit: http://www.scottmichaelsmith.net/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 4m
01/12/2021

Hans DeKline: Mastering From a Home Studio

Hans DeKline is a Grammy-winning, Los Angeles mastering engineer. Since 2005, he has mastered thousands of songs &amp; albums by artists such as U2, Pixies, Touche Amore, mewithoutYou, Burna Boy, Veruca Salt, Lisa Loeb, Mark Isham, James Fearnley (the Pogues), Letters to Cleo, UMI, Candiria, Ritchie Ramone, and so many more.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Setting your expectations for having your song masteredWhether or not you need to know how to mix before you can become a mastering engineerWhy you don’t need a perfectly treated room or expensive equipment to master records professionallyThe most important button in your studioHow long it usually takes to master a songWhy attending your mastering sessions isn’t a good ideaThe simple tool that will help ensure your mixes translate from system to systemWhy meters don’t matterHow to prepare your tracks for masteringTo learn more about Hans DeKline, visit: https://hansdeklinemastering.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 16m
24/11/2021

Chris Shaw: Mixing Workflow Hacks

Chris Shaw is a four time Grammy Award winning American producer, engineer, mixer, and musician.&nbsp;Beginning his career at Greene Street Recording, he quickly worked his way from his start as an NYU intern, to assistant engineer, to a position as a staff engineer working with influential hip-hop artists such as Public Enemy, A Tribe Called Quest, Run-DMC, and LL Cool J.&nbsp;He went independent shortly after and has since made records with Weezer, Wilco, Bob Dylan, Ween, Jeff Buckley, Soul Asylum, Sheryl Crow, Super Furry Animals, Death Cab For Cutie, Lou Reed, Bad Brains, Ric Ocasek, Cheap Trick, Neon Neon, Elvis Perkins, Guillemots, Joss Stone, The Meat Puppets, Nada Surf, Dashboard Confessional, and The Derek Trucks Band.&nbsp;He has worked on six of Rolling Stone's "500 Greatest Records of All Time".IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Finding ways to work fast and keep momentum going in the studioThe minimum amount of gear needed to make great productionsChris’ simple MIDI trick that makes gating, compression, and sampling easyUsing macros to eliminate tedious mixing tasksWorking with WeezerWhy there is no reverb on the Weezer Blue albumA hack for multi-micing guitars that will make sure you capture the best soundChris’ tips for making your choruses explode&nbsp;A simple technique for knowing how to prioritize instrument levels in your mixesTo learn more about Chris Shaw, visit: https://www.chrisshawmix.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=MYM%20Podcast%20Question" rel="noopener noreferrer"...
1h 31m
17/11/2021

Dave Hillis: Working on the Birth of Grunge Music

After signing his first record label deal at the tender age of 17, as a guitarist and writer with legendary thrash metal band MACE, Dave Hillis set his sights on the production and engineering side of the music business, where he was engineer for legendary producer Rick Parashar, at London Bridge Studios, Seattle. It was there that he engineered for grunge pioneers Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains and Candlebox, to name a few.Now living in Pittsburgh, Dave works as a producer and engineer at the Vault Recording Studios.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to successfully network in the music industryWhat it was like to be working behind the scenes during the birth of grunge musicHow to achieve the snare sound on Pearl Jam’s “Ten” albumHow to create studio albums that sound like live albumsUsing drum samples to trigger reverbsHow to find the right drum samples to use in your productionsTo learn more about Dave Hillis, visit:&nbsp; https://davehillismusic.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 21m
10/11/2021

Scott Evans: Using Macros in the Studio

Scott Evans is a recording engineer based out of Oakland, California, where he runs Antisleep Audio. He has worked with artists such as Thrice, Puig Destroyer, The Loyalists, Neurosis, and many more. He is also a member of the band, Kowloon Walled City.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:What is a macro?How macros can help you save time in the studioScott’s most time-saving scriptsHow macros can expand the functionality of your softwareTools to assist with virtual/remote mixingMix revisions - how to make the process smootherTo learn more about Scott Evans, visit: https://antisleep.com/Macro software to check out:Soundflow - http://links.masteryourmix.com/soundflowKeyboard Maestro - https://www.keyboardmaestro.com/main/Alfred - https://www.alfredapp.com/Text Expander - https://textexpander.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 8m
03/11/2021

Benny Grotto: Tips For Getting Better Performances

Benny Grotto is an award-winning music producer, mixer, and recording engineer, and a co-owner of the famed Mad Oak Studios in Boston, MA. He is known for his works with Aerosmith, Ben Folds, The Dresden Dolls, and Weird Al Yankovic.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Tips for getting your drummer, guitarist, and singer to get the best performanceHow to coach musicians who are over-performersHow to make sure an entire band plays tight with each otherHow to quickly build your reputation as a producer or engineerWhy it’s crucial to record with EQ and compression on the way in, as opposed to dealing with it in the mixing stageThe secret to capturing a big snare soundDrum overheads: When to treat them as cymbal mics vs. whole kit micsThe #1 thing you want your drummers to have when recordingTo learn more about Benny Grotto, visit: https://www.bennygrotto.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 22m
27/10/2021

Steven Gillis: Serving the Song

Steven Gillis is a session drummer, turned producer who runs Transient Sound in Chicago. His clients range from singer/songwriters to jazz, metal and punk bands, R&amp;B, Gospel and Hip Hop artists and everything in between.&nbsp;IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Steven’s approach to pre-production to ensure that the songs he’s recording sound polished before he even hits recordWhy following modern trends in music might not be a good thingReamping vocals and drumsUsing Melodyne for purposes other than tuning vocalsTo learn more about Steven Gillis, visit: https://www.transientsound.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h
20/10/2021

Mike Exeter: Finding Your Niche in Audio Production

Mike Exeter is a record producer and engineer best known for his work with artists such as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Cradle of Filth, and so many others.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:The importance of diversifying your audio skillsWhy your technical skills aren’t the thing that sets you apartThe lessons Mike learned from working alongside Rick RubinWhat it’s like to work with Black SabbathMike’s unusual technique for recording tomsTips for getting the perfect mic position when recording guitarsHow to get metal mixes to sound heavy but still balancedHow to manage the low end when working with lots of double-kick drums hitsThe 5 dimensions of mixing and how to ensure you achieve themTo learn more about Mike Exeter, visit: https://www.mikeexeter.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 14m
13/10/2021

Sean O'Keefe: What Tracks Sound Like in Isolation vs. the Mix

Sean O'Keefe is a record producer, mixer, and engineer based in Chicago, Illinois. He is best known for his work with Fall Out Boy, Hawthorne Heights, Plain White T's, and Beach Bunny.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Sean’s unique approach to using reference tracks to help create killer sounds quicklyWorking with Fall Out BoyHow to dial guitar tones that sound big, wide, and clearThe secret to getting your bass to cut through your mixWhat instruments should sound like in solo vs in the context of the mixThe single most important question you need to ask your clients before starting any mixSean’s three-meter technique to guaranteeing that his mixes are properly gainstagedTo learn more about Sean, visit: https://www.seanokeefeproducer.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 23m
06/10/2021

Matt Wallace: How to Make Your Songs Connect With More People

Matt Wallace is an American record producer. Best known for his work with David Baerwald, Faith No More, Maroon 5, O.A.R., The Replacements, and Train.Wallace has produced most of Faith No More's most iconic recordings, including We Care a Lot, their debut album on Mordam Records. He produced and mixed their breakthrough album, The Real Thing, which featured the hit song, "Epic." He produced Angel Dust, named the #1 most influential album of all time by Kerrang!. In 2015, he joined the band again to co-mix their album, Sol Invictus. The album debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Hard Rock Album chart.Wallace produced and mixed Songs About Jane, the debut album for Maroon 5, including the Top 40 hit singles "Harder To Breathe," "This Love," "Sunday Morning," and "She Will Be Loved." The album has sold over 10 million copies worldwide, and won a Grammy Award for "Best New Artist" in 2005.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to write songs that can reach a bigger audienceMatt’s simple technique for getting artists to express the proper emotion needed for the songHis pre production process (what it includes, what he listens for, how he makes sure the songs and artists are prepared for the studio)How to write catchy bridges that make your songs more excitingThe best way to keep your music top of mind and grow your fanbaseMatt’s simple techniques for creating big, clean drum soundsThe secret to Mike Patton’s vocal chain on Faith No More’s “The Real Thing”Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=MYM%20Podcast%20Question" rel="noopener noreferrer"...
1h 27m
29/09/2021

Caesar Edmunds: Mixing From the Gut

Caesar Edmunds is an award-winning mixer, engineer, mixer &amp; record producer based in London. He has worked with artists such as Foals, Queens of the Stone Age, PJ Harvey, The Killers, St Vincent, Ride, Beach House, HMLTD, Palace, The Amazons, FEET, Two Door Cinema Club and Circa Waves.&nbsp;IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Mixing in Dolby AtmosGetting mixes to translateHow to use multiple sets of monitors to feel confident in your mix movesUsing reverb in your mixes: How to find the right ones to useMixing from the gutTo learn more about Caesar, visit: http://www.caesaredmunds.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
55m
22/09/2021

Alan Evans: How to Create Vintage-Sounding Recordings

Alan Evans is a multi-instrumentalist, recording engineer, producer, vocalist and writer. He is the owner of Iron Wax Studios. He is also a founding member of the bands Soulive and Ae3 as well as co-owner of Vintage League Music.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to get a vintage sound with modern equipmentWhy “tube saturation” isn’t the sound to chase after (and what’s more important to pay attention to)Simplifying your signal chainHow to use room bleed to your advantageUsing minimal micing on drumsSaturation: How to dial it in tastefully.To learn more about Alan, visit: https://www.theatomicgarden.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 28m
15/09/2021

Chris Baseford: How to Create Wide Mixes

Chris Baseford is a Canadian producer, engineer, &amp; mixer that has worked with top artists like Nickelback, Shinedown, Rob Zombie, Tommy Lee/Motley Crue, Avril Lavigne and several world-renowned producers and songwriters. Before going freelance, he worked for Sony Music and The Chop Shop Studios.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to dial in guitar tones that give you wider mixesDouble-tracking vs quad-tracking guitars: which is best?Stacking guitars: how to decide on which tones to useShould you bother mixing for mono?Using drum samples: How to make your snares sound hugeChris’ new amp sim plugin: The ML Sound Lab CB4To learn more about Chris, visit: http://www.chrisbaseford.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 19m
08/09/2021

Alex Crescioni: How to Work on More Projects You Love

Alex Crescioni is an audio engineer, music producer, and mixer based in Los Angeles. where he operates Stygian Sound studio in the legendary Sound City complex. &nbsp; He has collaborated with Meegs Rascon, Richard Patrick, Tim Palmer, Chris Collier, Sin Quirin, Diego "Ashes" Ibarra, Mike Wells, and Bill Metoyer.&nbsp; He also worked with artists on Nuclear Blast Records, Napalm Records, Wind-Up Records, Craft Recordings, Cleopatra Records and many more.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Doing more of what’s best for you vs following a “traditional path” in the music industryAudio college: Should you go or not?the importance of establishing your role before starting a projectBuilding your niche in the industryCollaboration vs competition with other engineers: Why turning down projects and giving them to others can actually be a good thingWhy writing in Guitar Pro can diminish the quality of your songsAlex’s approach to working with templatesUsing an All Buttons In template vs a Starting Point template: How they differ and when to use one vs the otherAlex’s technique for getting more control of the low end when mixing bassClipping: Why hitting the red is actually useful sometimesTo learn more about Alex, visit: https://www.alexcrescioni.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:<a...
1h 9m
01/09/2021

Jason LaRocca: Working on Music for Film & Television

Jason LaRocca is a former singer/guitarist of acclaimed punk band, The Briggs. He became a full-fledged producer and recording engineer at the age of 18. Today, he specializes in working on music for film, television, and video games. He has worked on major motion pictures as “Bad Boys for Life,” “Paddington”, “Aquaman”, “The Accountant”, “Coming to America 2”, “Godzilla: King of Monsters”, Blumhouse horror hit “Ma”, and the 2018 Oscar-winning documentary “Icarus”. He also mixed the music for the hit video games “Fortnite”, “Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War”, “Assassin's Creed Valhalla”, and “CyberPunk 2077”.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:The differences between working on music for bands vs filmBalancing the “rules” of audio post-production with creativityMixing in stereo vs surround soundHow to approach panning when working in surroundStrategizing what to put in your subwoofer channel when mixing music for filmMix translation in surroundJason’s workflow for getting very large projects done in short amounts of timeJason’s template strategyWorking with orchestral elementsTo learn more about Jason, visit: https://www.jasonlarocca.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 24m
25/08/2021

Mike Watts: How to Make it in the Music Industry

Mike Watts is a New York based producer, engineer, and mixer who operates VuDu Studios. He has worked with tons of great artists in the indie/punk scene such as As Tall As Lions, Glassjaw, The Deerhunter, The Dillinger Escape Plan, and so many more. Not only is he a great engineer, but he also has put a lot of focus into business and marketing which allowed him to completely start over after abandoning a successful job in the catering industry in order to focus on music. As you’ll hear in this interview, it takes much more than audio skills to have success as an audio engineer.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to avoid failure when navigating the music industryHow to find artists who want to pay you to work with themDifferentiating yourself from your competitionWhat to do if you want to start getting paid for your work but feel like your skills aren’t quite readyThe power of the “goosebump meter”How to ensure that you get the peak performance out of an artist while recordingWorking with reverb - How to use it but guarantee that your mixes don’t sound muddyTo learn more about Mike Watts, visit: https://www.vudustudios.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 11m
18/08/2021

Marc Urselli: How to Mix With Purpose

Marc Urselli is an audio engineer, producer, and mixer based out of New York City where he is the studio manager at EastSide Sound. He has worked with artists such as U2, Foo Fighters, Nick Cave, Lou Reed, Sting, and so many more. In his time, he has been nominated for seven Grammy awards and has won three.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to work your way into the industry as a professional engineerThe role of a producer vs. composer/arrangerHow to prepare for the studio so that you work fast and get better resultsThe reasons why recording live off the floor will get you better resultsThe power of having diverse musical influencesLearning how to listen to music critically on your studio monitorsWorking with mixing templatesCharging clients per song vs. per trackAchieving balanced low end when working with subwoofersTo learn more about Marc Urselli, visit: https://www.marcurselli.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 12m
11/08/2021

Ken Andrews: How to Make Your Drums Sound Huge

Ken Andrews is a producer and mixing engineer who has worked with artists such as Jimmy Eat World, Paramore, Beck, and many more. Not only is he an amazing engineer, but he is best known as the co-founder, lead vocalist, guitarist, bassist and co-songwriter of the alternative rock band Failure.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Striking the balance of vibe vs technical perfectionWorking with Jimmy Eat WorldHow to make a mix feel full when you only have a single guitar performanceHow to use room mics to make your drums sound biggerUsing automation on drums to create movement within a mixHow to control cymbal bleedLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
47m
04/08/2021

Jack Shirley: How to Use Analog Summing

Jack Shirley is a record producer, engineer, and musician from the Bay Area best known for his work with artists such as Deafheaven, Jeff Rosenstock, Loma Prieta, and more. He is the owner of The Atomic Garden Studio, located in Oakland, California, where he approaches his productions with a very DIY attitude, combined with a love of analog gear.&nbsp;IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to use saturation in your mixes and find the perfect between having too much vs. not enoughWhy Jack prefers to mix in analogHow to capture a band’s true sound without getting in their wayApplying EQ and compression during the recording stageHow to record live off the floorAnalog summing: What is it? What are the advantages? What’s the difference between active and passive summing?To learn more about Jack, visit: https://www.theatomicgarden.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 30m
28/07/2021

Julian Emery: How to Become a Songwriter

Julian Emery is a composer and producer best known for his work with artists such as Nothing But Thieves, Lissie, Simple Plan, Gavin DeGraw, and more. His career started as a session guitarist, but eventually led to him becoming a hit songwriter.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Having a producer’s ear and learning to listen for things that serve the songThe power of persistence when it comes to making it in the music industryHow Tony Robbins can teach you to become a pro engineerHow to have crossover success as a songwriterFinding patterns in your writing to identify your true strengths in songwritingDealing with writer’s blockHow to break into the world of songwritingLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 1m
11/11/2020

Brian McTernan (Thrice, Circa Survive, Battery, Be Well)

Brian McTernan is a record producer most known for his work in the hardcore and punk scenes where he has worked with artists such as Thrice, Circa Survive, Hot Water Music, Bane, and many more out of his studio, Salad Days, in Baltimore. He’s also a guitar player and singer who has performed with his own bands, Battery and Be Well.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How the process of trial and error will make you a better engineerWhy leaving things raw can create better results than perfectHow to find what makes a band special and take their strengths to the next levelThe art of making a band’s vision come to lifeHow to avoid the “sophomore slump” of making recordsHis signal chain for achieving bass tones that cut through mixes and fit into the low-end sweet spotHow to create meaningful lyrics that people connect withThe trick to editing tracks so they don’t sound stale and roboticTo learn more about Brian McTernan, visit his website: saladdays.comLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 21m
28/10/2020

Kevin Churko (Ozzy Osbourne, Disturbed, Shania Twain)

Kevin Churko is a Canadian engineer, producer, and songwriter best known for his work with artists such as Ozzy Osbourne, Disturbed, Papa Roach, Five Finger Death Punch, Shania Twain, and countless others. Between growing up in a musical family and having had the opportunity to work under famed producer Mutt Lange, Kevin has dedicated his life to working in music and has emerged as one of the top producers/engineers in the world. He has been nominated for eight Juno Awards and has won four times. He currently lives in Las Vegas, where he works out of his studio, The Hideout.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to analyze your songs from a fan perspectiveCrafting music around vocalsKevin’s vocal chainHis go-to compression settings for vocalsEstablishing value for your clientsTo learn more about Kevin, visit:http://www.kevinchurko.com/https://www.hideoutlv.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 15m
21/10/2020

Fredrick Nordstrom (In Flames, At The Gates, Opeth)

Fredrik Nordstrom is a producer, engineer, and mixer based out of Sweden, where he owns and operates Studio Fredman. He has worked with many of the leading melodic death metal and power metal bands, including At The Gates, Arch Enemy, In Flames, and Opeth. He is considered by many in the metal community to be one of the top producers in the genre as well as a central figure of the Gothenburg style.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:“Pro” gear vs “cheap” gear – How much of a difference does it really make?Building a listening room and understanding the impact it makes on monitoringUnderstanding who you are making music forWhy your first few takes are the most importantHow recording DI tracks can save your sessionsThe importance of taking breaks while mixingThe advantages of using one session per album vs one session per songThe famed Fredman technique for recording guitar tracksTo learn more about Fredrik Nordstrom, visit:https://studiofredman.com/https://fredmandigital.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 2m
14/10/2020

Tim O’Sullivan (Leonard Cohen, Rayland Baxter, Billy Corgan)

Tim O’Sullivan is an engineer, and producer who has worked with many amazing artists including Leonard Cohen, Karen O, Rayland Baxter, Billy Corgan, SWMRS, Fidlar and so many more. He has had quite a career in audio so far; having worked at Undertone Audio where he was responsible for wiring consoles and cables, to becoming the studio manager at Eric Valentine’s Barefoot Recording studio.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:The odd technique used to record drums with Queens Of The Stone AgeUsing saturation in your mixesWorking with Eric ValentineBreaking the “rules of audio”How a single cable drastically altered Slash’s signature guitar soundWhere to start when it comes to finding clientsTo learn more about Tim O’Sullivan, visit:http://osullivanaudio.com/https://www.barefoot-recording.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
59m
07/10/2020

Lance Prenc (Alpha Wolf, Polaris)

Lance Prenc is a producer and engineer from Australia who is known for his work in the metalcore genre. Having worked with bands like Alpha Wolf and Dealer, he has very quickly established himself in the scene as an engineer who pays great attention to detail in order to get amazing results.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:The importance of a good DI when recording guitarCreating consistency with your takesHow to mix low-tuned guitarsApplying live sound techniques to in-studio workUsing clipping to improve your tracksMaking your tracks sound more exciting with automationFinding the sweet spot when micing a guitar cabinetTo learn more about Lance, visit: https://prencaudiosamples.bigcartel.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 16m
30/09/2020

Dan Korneff (Paramore, My Chemical Romance, Breaking Benjamin)

Dan Korneff is an ultra-talented producer, mixer, and engineer who has worked with many prominent rock bands including Breaking Benjamin, Paramore, My Chemical Romance, Lamb Of God, and so many more. In addition to engineering, Dan also has a plugin company, Korneff Audio, that produces amazing tools for engineers to use in their mixes.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:The importance of writing a great bridgeThe inexpensive condenser microphone responsible for his massive guitar soundsBlending multiple drum samples together to create huge-sounding snaresHis strategic approach to using compression to shape soundsUsing extreme compression in a mixThe importance of understanding analog signal flow in order to manipulate soundsTo learn more about Dan Korneff, visit:http://www.dankorneff.com/https://korneffaudio.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 7m
09/09/2020

Zakk Cervini: Mixing Hit Records on Airpods

Zakk Cervini is a Grammy-nominated producer and mixing engineer who has worked with artists like Blink-182, All Time Low, Good Charlotte, 5 Seconds Of Summer, and many more. He is well known for being a very versatile engineer in the studio. His persistence and eagerness to constantly learn and adapt to the changing musical landscape is one of his big strengths that keeps him high in demand.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Mixing on headphonesHow to make templates work in multiple genresProgramming drums vs using real kitsHow to serve the songUsing rough mixes as inspirationCreating an inspiring studio environmentFollow Zakk Cervini on Instagram: @zakkcerviniLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
59m
26/08/2020

Lij Shaw (Recording Studio Rockstars)

Recently, I was a guest on episode 193 of the Recording Studio Rockstars podcast with Lij Shaw. In this episode, we covered a lot of ground about the process of recording and mixing music. I also shared some of my story and background, which I haven’t previously discussed on the Master Your Mix Podcast. Thankfully, Lij was gracious enough to let me share this replay with you today so you can hear for yourself.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:The six important stages of every mixSwitching from hardware to pluginsReverb vs delayThe problem with looking for problems in your mixHow to EQ vocalsGetting the low end right in your mixHow strumming techniques can make a big impact on your guitar toneCheck out and follow the Recording Studio Rockstars Podcast: RecordingStudioRockstars.comRsrockstars.com/FBRecordingStudioRockstars.com/YTIG &amp; Twitter: @RSROCKSTARSLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 43m
08/07/2020

Jay Maas (Bane, State Champs, Title Fight)

Jay Maas is a producer and engineer based out of Boston known for his work with many artists in the hardcore and punk genres. He has worked with bands such as Bane, State Champs, Citizen, Title Fight, Defeater and more. In addition to his audio skills, Jay also has a background in computer science. This has led to him creating technology aimed at helping musicians and engineers. His newest project is an online, AI-based mastering service called Maastr.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Surviving when getting startedJuggling many goals at onceJay’s new AI-based mastering platform (Maastr)The role of AI in modern music productionHow AI can help us become better mixing engineersTo try out Maastr for free, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/maastr/Save 15% when you sign up by using the coupon code: MYMPODTo learn more about Jay, visit https://www.jaymaas.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 31m
17/06/2020

Jamie King (Between The Buried And Me)

Jamie King is a producer, mixing, and mastering engineer whose production style has helped to define some of the biggest prog-metal bands of today.&nbsp; Having worked with artists like Between The Buried And Me and the Contortionist, Jamie has firmly established his footprint in the genre.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Working with programmed drums vs. real onesWorking on arrangements with panning in mindHow to market your music as a prog bandHow simplifying your setup can lead to better recordingsRecording tight guitarsJamie’s secret weapon for shaping guitar tonesUsing automation to get separation between partsControlling low-end when working with double kick/blast beatsTo learn more about Jamie, visit: https://www.jamiekingaudio.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 39m
03/06/2020

Kris Crummett (Dance Gavin Dance, Issues)

Kris Crummett is a record producer and mastering engineer known for his amazing work in the metalcore, post-hardcore, and rock scenes. He has worked with artists such as Dance Gavin Dance, Sleeping With Sirens, Issues, and many more.&nbsp; He also owns Interlace Audio, which is a fantastic studio located in Portland, Oregon.&nbsp; His productions are well known for having massive tones while sounding polished and energetic.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:His secret weapon for getting toms to cut through a mix without sounding too boomy/muddyHis step-by-step checklist for using automation to create energy in his mixesHow he treats vocals to get them to sound super clear and up-frontHow to use track presets efficientlyBalancing live drums vs samplesHis STL Tones ToneHub presets and the art behind making great amp simsMastering your own tracksLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 14m
14/05/2020

Three Compression Mistakes to Avoid While Mixing Music

Compression is a super powerful tool to use while mixing music; however, when used incorrectly, it can ruin your tracks and create more work for you. Inside of this episode, I'll share the top three compression mistakes I see people making so that you can avoid them and create better mixes.Download the FREE Compression Cheat Sheet here: https://masteryourmix.com/compressioncheatsheet/Inside this cheat sheet, you'll learn how to choose the right compressor and dial in the proper settings so that you can get the best results out of your tracksLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
12m
29/04/2020

Matt Allison (Alkaline Trio, Less Than Jake)

Matt Allison is a record producer based around the Chicago area who specializes in recording punk bands. He has produced bands such as Alkaline Trio, Less Than Jake, The Lawrence Arms, Masked Intruder, The Menzingers, and so many more. His approach to punk music is very different than most modern pop-punk producers. His sound can be described as energetic, natural, and raw - without all of the modern over-editing that typically occurs in this genre.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Shifting from owning a commercial studio to starting a home studioGetting great guitar tonesRecording live off the floorHow to keep your mix sounding naturalHow he accepted one of his biggest projects without even knowing how to use Pro ToolsUsing drum samples in a mixLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 5m
25/03/2020

David Bendeth: Adapting to Change

David Bendeth is a multi-platinum, award-winning producer who has worked with artists such as Paramore, Breaking Benjamin, Bring Me The Horizon, and so many more. His journey has been full of many twists and turns and has led him to wear many different hats in the music industry; from being an artist, A&amp;R rep, producer, writer, and many more. David’s experiences in these fields have all come together to help him achieve the success he has today.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:The hustle of working as a musician turned producerThe world of A&amp;R and what it takes to become a major artistHow to differentiate every projectHow to adapt to the changing landscape of the music industryDavid’s new adventures in creating hip-hop loops and dipping into new genresDealing with criticism and turning it into encouragementHow to achieve drums that slam hard and cut through a mixTo learn more about David Bendeth, visit https://davidbendeth.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 48m
16/01/2020

3 Tips to Help You Rapidly Grow Your Audio Skills

Learning how to create pro recordings from home can be a frustrating process. For many people, it can seem daunting, difficult, and slow. If you’re not getting the results you’re after, don’t give up yet.In this episode, I share my top 3 tips for rapidly growing your audio skills so that the process of recording, editing, and mixing your tracks can be quick and painless. If you’re ready to start making pro-level productions effortlessly, then you need to listen to this episode.Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
17m
05/01/2020

Kane Churko: Songwriting

Kane Churko is a record producer and songwriter best known for his work with artists such as Ozzy Osbourne, Papa Roach, Five Finger Death Punch and so many more. This episode takes a deep dive into the world of professional songwriting and some of the strategies and approaches that go into writing songs for others.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Writing songs for other artistsWorking with Ozzy OsbourneHow to craft great songsGetting started as a professional songwriterHow to organize song ideas and be prepared for writing sessionsTo learn more about Kane Churko, visit his website: http://www.kanechurko.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 14m
15/11/2019

Gabe Gallucci: Maximize Your Rig

Gabe Gallucci is a producer and mix engineer based out of Toronto, Canada. He has mixed and recorded for artists such as Shawn Mendes, Francesco Yates, Victoria Duffield, David Otero, and so many more. His ear for sound has earned him multiple #1’s worldwide and over a billion streams online.&nbsp;IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Gabe’s extensive deep dive into the analog vs digital debate- Maximizing your studio for efficiencyHow to record pristine vocals quicklyWork-life balanceArtist development and working with influencersTo learn more about Gabe Gallucci, check out: https://www.gabegallucci.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 20m
30/10/2019

Garth Richardson (Rage Against The Machine)

Garth “GGGarth” Richardson is a Canadian music producer and engineer who has engineered recordings for Rage Against The Machine, Motley Crue, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and countless more. He is the son of famed Canadian music producer Jack Richardson (whose credits include Alice Cooper, The Guess Who, Bob Seger)IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Lessons he learned from his famed fatherRecording the first Rage Against The Machine recordGarth debunks “facts” in the Sound City documentaryRecording bands live off the floor vs tracking individuallyHis techniques for recording huge guitarsLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
49m
20/09/2019

Sam Pura: Capturing the Details When Recording

Sam Pura is an amazing engineer best known for his work with bands like The Story So Far, State Champs, Hundredth, and more. He has an obsession with capturing the details when recording and getting every element of the signal chain just right. In fact, he is on such a mission to find the perfect tone, that he has even invested in building a robot that controls his microphone positions. He also has a moving “drumbrella” that can alter the amount of room ambiance that he captures.Before you get worried and start thinking that you can’t get the perfect tone without all sorts of crazy technology, you need to check out this episode. You’ll be surprised to hear the discoveries that Sam has made.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Recording drums and how to find the right rhythms for your songsSam’s unique approach to recording guitars using only a DI (no amps)DIY gear: Why it’s often better than the original brands and how it can save you moneyHow he used a mic robot to find the perfect mic positions (and why you don’t need a robot to get the same results)The reason people hire you vs. your competitors To learn more about Sam Pura, visit http://thepandastudios.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 13m
27/08/2019

Brian Moncarz: Setting Goals When Mixing

Brian Moncarz is a producer/mixing engineer based out of Toronto, Canada who has worked with many top artists including Our Lady Peace, Circa Survive, Moneen, Hot Hot Heat, and more. Having studied under famed producers Bob Ezrin and David Bottrill, Brian has very quickly risen to become one of Canada’s top engineers. If there’s one thing that he knows how to do really well, it’s making great-sounding rock records.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:How to keep the attention of the audience when writing songsThe importance of finding a good mentor to push your skill developmentWorking with bands like Moneen, Our Lady Peace, and The Tea PartySetting goals with mixingHis unique parallel bus process for getting punchy/fat drum tonesTo learn more about Brian Moncarz, visit http://www.brianmoncarz.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 21m
09/07/2019

Paul Edwards: Mastering Your Music With Landr vs Pro Engineers

These days, when it comes to mastering your music, there are so many options to choose from. There are free online mastering services like Landr which can master your audio almost instantaneously, or there is the traditional route of hiring a professional mastering engineer who might have a longer turnaround time but can offer a personalized touch. Both have their pros and cons. My guest on this episode of the MasterYourMix Podcast is Paul Edwards – a mastering engineer who has been very active on both sides of the debate. Not only is Paul a successful mastering engineer himself who has worked with artists such as Smashing Pumpkins, Flaming Lips, Simple Plan, and more, but he was also the Lead Audio Engineer for Landr as they were being developed.In this episode, we discuss:Landr mastering vs hiring a pro mastering engineerThe experiences Paul gained working at LANDRWhether AI will ever replace the human factor in audio productionPaul’s mastering process and what he is looking for in a masterThe importance of being versatile and doing mixing, mastering, recording, and sound restorationStudio acoustic treatmentTo learn more about Paul Edwards, visit his website: https://pauledwards.caLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 42m
16/05/2019

Are You Shooting Down Work Without Knowing it?

Running a studio business and don’t seem to have enough clients? Perhaps the issue is due to the fact that you’re shooting down work without even knowing it. Your instinctive conversation skills might be turning off potential clients. Inside of this episode, I’ll discuss some common phrases and responses people say that might make you seem too busy to work with bands who want to hire you.Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
9m
26/02/2019

Chris Graham: The Keys to a Six Figure Home Studio Business

Chris Graham is an engineer who has built a six-figure home studio business by mastering bands online. Some of his clients have included artists on Universal Music, Sony, Warner Brothers, Disney, and more. When it comes to starting and running a successful studio business, he is a fountain of great knowledge. He shares many of his tips on the show.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Finding your niche in audioApplying the 80/20 principle to your studio businessCreating a successful online mixing/mastering website that attracts new customersThe “goosebump” theoryDifferentiating yourself from your competitionVisit Chris’ Website: https://www.chrisgrahammastering.comLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
1h 22m
29/01/2019

My Top Three Recording Studio Lessons of 2018

As we move into 2019, I was reflecting on some of the biggest discoveries and lessons I learned in 2018. In this episode, I want to share them with you so that you can start to implement them into your own studio. I believe that there is always room to grow when it comes to developing your skills and growing your studio business. I hope this episode sheds some light on some things that can help propel your career in 2019.Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ &nbsp;Want additional help with your music productions?&nbsp;For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit&nbsp;https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:&nbsp;The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mymDownload Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:&nbsp;Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej &nbsp;Have questions you’d like answered on the show?&nbsp;Send them to&nbsp;[email protected] leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!
16m