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  • Gordon Raphael is best known for producing Is This It and Room On Fire by The Strokes and Regina Spektor’s ingenious Soviet Kitsch. He was born in New York, grew up in Seattle, and now lives in West Yorkshire, UK. From the age of 13, Gordon has been a keyboard player and later became obsessed with analog synthesizers, recording, and songwriting. His band Sky Cries Mary played a form of tribal space rock, with a 1960s-style multi-projector light show during the grunge scene in Seattle. This summer (2024) he released his 12th solo album, now streaming worldwide.

    Gordon’s memoir, The World is Going To Love This (Up From The Basement With THE STROKES) was published in London by Wordville Press in 2022. Stories in his book include meeting Wendy Carlos and Dr. Robert Moog, detailed conversations from the recording sessions for Is This It, working with Ian Brown, Skin, The Libertines, Ian Astbury, and many others. Gordon has always taken a unique approach in his musical tastes as well as his production methods— which have kept him well outside of the traditional music industry!

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Working on your own music vs. working on music from othersBeing critical of your own musicDealing with rejectionPushing forward even when you don’t have everything figured outPerfectionism vs. controlFinding the magic in raw recordingsWorking with The StrokesGetting the vocal sound of The StokesUsing saturation during the tracking stageGetting tight drum soundsThe benefits of recording live-off-the-floorHis special drum room mic techniqueHaving a minimalistic approach, even when working with lots of equipmentHow he tackles compression in his mixesEmbracing imperfections

    To learn more about Gordon Raphael, visit: https://www.gordotronic.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

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  • Alex Venguer is an engineer who is comfortable with recording and mixing as small or large a project as can come and who has had great experience working with the top names in styles as varied as jazz, rock, folk, classical, pop, hip hop, broadway, R&B, electronic, film scores and many others.

    Some examples of the artists he's worked with include: Sting, John Legend, Maria Schneider, Marcus Miller, Aretha Frankiln, Wynton Marsalis, Yo-Yo Ma, Renee Fleming, Juan Luis Guerra, Herbie Hancock, Lady Gaga, Woody Allen, Philip Glass, Christian McBride, Cassandra Wilson, Sufjan Stevens, Regina Spektor, Train, Punch Brothers, My Brightest Diamond, Loudon, Martha and Rufus Wainwright, John Patitucci, Hildur Guonadottir, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Mark Ronson, Carter Burwell and many others.

    In 2009 he was awarded a Grammy for recording and mixing Loudon Wainwright III's record "High Wide & Handsome: The Charlie Pool Project" ("Best Traditional Folk"), then, in 2010 he won his second Grammy for John Legend & The Roots album "Wake Up" ("Best R&B") and in 2018 he won his first Latin Grammy for Pedro Giraudo’s “Vigor Tanguero” (Best Tango Album) which he produced, recorded and mixed. Two years later, in 2020 he won his second Latin Grammy for Gustavo Casenave’s album “Fuelle y Cuerda” (Best Tango Album) and his third Grammy for his work on the score for the film “Joker” (Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media). He’s also been involved in various other Grammy winning and nominated albums such as “Barbie” with Mark Ronson, Andrew Wyatt, Billie Eilish and Dua Lipa, Maria Schneider's "Sky Blue", John Legend's "Evolver" and the song "Shine," Punch Brother's "The Phosphorescent Blues" as well as the cast albums for the Broadway productions of "Shrek" and "9 to 5" and Yo-Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble “Sing Me Home” which he helped produce and record.

    Besides working on records and Broadway cast albums, he’s also been very involved in various movies and tv shows such as “Joker,” “Barbie”, “A Dog’s Purpose,” “Mother,” “The Revenant,” “The Tragedy of Macbeth,” “Fosse/Verdon,” “Little Voice" and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.”

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Studying the techniques of other productionsThe role of a producer vs engineer in the modern-dayMaking organic-sounding mixesNot overdoing your processingHearing small mix details in an untreated toomHow to optimize your home studio on a budgetFocusing on frequency balance, rather than on the instrumentsGetting the groove of a song right in a mixSetting up ambiance to make your audience feel like they’re in a specific environment with the artistDetermining what effects to useShould you use pre-delay on reverb?How to approach room micing for size and frequency balance

    To learn more about Alex Venguer, visit: https://alexvenguer.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

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  • James 'Jimmy T' Meslin is a Grammy winning recording engineer, mixer, and live sound engineer. While his range of work supersedes any one genre, his best known work is with prog-metal giants, Dream Theater. With years of experience in recording studios and international touring, JTM's goal remains simple - make great sounding records and mix inspiring shows that are true and authentic to the artist.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Working with Dream TheatreBeing a playback engineerBacking Tracks: Why big artists use themHaving a practical approach to recordingNavigating family life while working on the road and in the studioHow to get massive guitar tonesJames’ approach to multi-micing guitar cabinetsWhy you should always record with a DIUsing microphones instead of EQMaintaining phase relationships when multi-micingFocusing on getting great performances, rather than fixing in editing

    To learn more about James Meslin, visit: https://www.jamesmeslinaudio.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

  • Sean Johnson got his start as a musician who toured the world multiple times with his DIY Bands, covering everything from pop to metal.

    Since then, he has gone on to become a vocal coach who has helped over 4,000 students unlock their true voice.

    His content and lessons have been part of multiple YouTube channels with a combined subscriber count of over 800,000 subscribers

    He has also been repeatedly featured on publications such as:

    Metal Injection, MetalSucks, Esquire Magazine, The Chive, TubeFilter, and the covetous front page of Reddit

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Learning to singHow your emotions affect your ability to sing much more than you might thinkUnderstanding the mechanics of your voiceGetting in the headspace for optimal singingHow to sing in key and correct pitch issuesControlling your volumeHow to prevent vocal burnoutPreventing issues such as sibilance and lip smacks

    To learn more about Sean Johnson, visit: https://www.vocalacademy3.com/

    To get a free vocal lesson with Sean, visit: https://funnel.vocalacademy3.com/masteryourmixlesson

    To get his free Vocal Essentials Course, visit: https://www.vocalacademy3.com/masteryourmix

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

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  • Doug Weier is a 3 time grammy nominated mix engineer based in Nashville, TN. With over 15 years of experience, Doug has had 21 billboard #1 singles to date spanning over 63 weeks. Notable artists include Walker Hays, Gary Levox, Claire Rosinkranz, Josh Ross, Chris Tomlin, MercyMe, Anberlin, The Maine and many more.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Polishing mix “turds”Relying on “hacks” in mixingMaking tracks feel wideSlotting your instruments for frequency balancingUsing saturation instead of EQWhere in the song to start mixingMixing with limitersChecking your mixes on crappy speakersOur go-to reference tracksUsing the Waves S1 imaging toolMixing with filters applied to the mix to help with mix translation

    To learn more about Doug Weier, visit: https://www.dougweier.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJe

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

  • Ian Shepherd is a British mastering engineer and MD at Mastering Media Ltd. Over the course of his career he has worked on thousands of CDs, DVDs and Blu-rays for all of the major record labels, TV stations and independents, including several number one singles and award-winning albums. He also runs the popular Production Advice website, and hosts The Mastering Show podcast.

    He is a fierce critic of the so-called Loudness Wars, and in 2010 founded Dynamic Range Day, an online event intended to raise awareness of the issue.

    He has developed several acclaimed mastering plugins with MeterPlugs: Perception AB, which received an AudioMedia Gear Of The Year Award; Dynameter which helps users achieve optimal audio dynamics for their music and the Loudness Penalty website, plugin and Studio desktop application.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Common mastering mistakesWhy a “one size fits all” method doesn’t work in masteringSimplifying your mastering chainShould you factor in loudness during the mixing stage?How to find a good balance of loudness and volumeWhat to focus on in order to create consistency between tracks on an albumKeeping perspective and objectivity when mastering your own musicWhat does “translation” really mean? What you need to be listening forMaking “one master to rule them all”: How does this account for various listening scenarios (eg. non-normalized streaming and/or clubs)?Dynamics vs. loudnessHow to know if your tracks have a good dynamic rangeThe problem with aiming for “target levels”

    To learn more about Ian Shepherd, visit: http://www.productionadvice.co.uk/about

    http://www.themasteringshow.com

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Plugins mentioned in this episode:

    Dynameter - https://meterplugs.idevaffiliate.com/112-3.html

    Loudness Penalty - https://meterplugs.idevaffiliate.com/112-5.html

    Perception AB - https://meterplugs.idevaffiliate.com/112-2.html

    K Meter - https://meterplugs.idevaffiliate.com/112-4.html

    LCAST Loudness Meter - https://meterplugs.idevaffiliate.com/112-6.html

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

  • Marcela is a talented and accomplished audio engineer with experience both in the studio and the classroom teaching university-level students the skills of becoming professional audio engineers and music producers. She has worked across music genres recording, editing, mixing, and mastering audio for independent artists. Marcela also has experience in and a passion for creating immersive audio environments using software and speaker configurations that can be utilized in both live rooms and on recordings.

    Marcela has taught music production and audio engineering at Algonquin College, Interlochen Centre for the Arts, Berklee College of Music, and the University of Lethbridge. She is passionate about using the latest audio and video technology to create innovative and immersive projects and is constantly expanding her knowledge through academic research.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Do you need schooling to get jobs in the music industry?Approaching education as an investmentWork/life balanceHow to strengthen your audio skillsWhy you should experiment within different areas of the audio industryThe future of audio educationEmbracing AI in music productionCreating standards for immersive audio

    To learn more about Marcela Rada, visit: https://marcelarada.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

  • Piper Payne, a Mastering Engineer based in Nashville, TN, is known for her dedication to audio quality and equality. After moving her mastering studio to Nashville, she ventured into vinyl manufacturing, opening Physical Music Products, which, through Piper's innovations, has set industry-leading turn times and quality benchmarks. As a former National Trustee of the Recording Academy and Co-Chair of the P&E Wing Steering Committee, Piper actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the industry. With a background in music and a focus on technical excellence, she approaches mastering and manufacturing as a blend of feel and precision. Piper shares her expertise in mastering and recording as an esteemed audio professor and frequent guest lecturer. Her impressive discography includes notable artists like Janis Ian, Madame Gandhi, Dolly Parton, The Go-Go's, and more.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Working your way into the mastering industryBuilding your client baseFocusing on your nicheThe power of being accessibleStarting a vinyl pressing companyThe process of manufacturing vinyl recordsWhat mastering engineers and artists need to know in order to ensure the highest quality results with vinyl pressingShould you mono your bass tracks or not?What frequencies are problematic with volume?Can you trust the manufacturer to preserve the quality of your masters?How much time do you need to factor into your album-release schedule for vinyl manufacturing?

    To learn more about Piper Payne, visit: https://www.piperpayne.com/ and https://www.physicalmusicproducts.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

  • Jermaine Hamilton is a seasoned music engineer-producer who began his career in the early 2000’s. With a rich portfolio that includes projects with iconic bands such as Green Day, U2, and artists like Drake, Ed Sheeran, and Trippie Redd, Jermaine has established himself as a versatile and skilled professional in the music industry. His expertise extends beyond music, having worked on projects for major companies like Disney, the New York Times, NPR, Audible, and the Wall Street Journal. Additionally, his talents have been sought after in the video game industry, showcasing his ability to adapt and excel across various media platforms.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Working at Green Day’s studioSplitting guitar signalsOvercoming obstacles throughout his careerDiversifying your servicesBalancing feast and famine cycles in your businessGetting into commercial audioFinding niche audio servicesRelying on word of mouthMaintaining work/life balanceKnowing when to optimize your processesPreventing burnoutSetting client boundariesHow to find clients in small niches

    To learn more about Jermaine Hamilton, visit: https://jermainehamilton.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

  • Marc Daniel Nelson is a Grammy-winning, French Academy Award nominated mixing engineer, music producer, and creative director. He has been mixing, producing, and managing creative content for over 24 years.

    His music credits include Fleetwood Mac, Joni Mitchell, Jason Mraz, Colbie Caillat, Eric Burdon / Ben Harper, Need To Breathe, Robert Duvall, Ozomotli, Reik and more. As Protégé for both legendary producer/engineer Bill Schnee and Ken Caillat, Marc has carried the torch for impeccable quality sound and production.

    His film credits include Solo, Blade Runner, The Vietnam War, Mulan, The Expanse, Wild Horses, Point Break, No Manches Frida, Fractured, Amanda, Father Figures, Ya, Ty, Vin, Vona, and more. His creative management credits include executive producing the 13-episode PBS television series, creating and executive producing the national video campaign for Guitar Center, and creative directing for Alcon Sleeping Giant, ArtistMax, and Warner Chappell.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    The realities of climbing the studio ladderHaving the right attitudeThe deception of audio collegesFinding mentorsMaking positive first impressionsRelationship buildingHis new plugin with Pulsar ModularHow converters impact soundMaking your tracks sound unique

    To learn more about Marc Daniel Nelson, visit: https://www.marcdanielnelson.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

  • Andrew Maury is an American record producer and mixing engineer based in NYC / New Jersey. Andrew started his career in 2008 touring with Ra Ra Riot mixing front-of-house while producing artists between tours. His unique experiences and skills as both a live and studio engineer have influenced a body of work with artists such as Lewis Del Mar, Lizzo, Madi Diaz, Shawn Mendes, Post Malone, Vagabon, Victoria Canal, Jeremy Zucker, Kimbra, Colony House, Tones and I, COIN, Flor, Isaac Dunbar, and CRUISR.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Taking on opportunities when they comeThe challenges of working on the roadNot being married to your gearBuilding your interpersonal skillsTaking a top-down approach to mixingGetting the foundation of the mix rightHow to achieve big low-endWhy you shouldn’t always use high-pass filtersLearning to feel your speakersMixing at different volumesHow to get bass to translate on small speakersHow the speed of frequencies can be factored into mixingUsing saturation on drumsHitting the sweet spot on your instruments

    To learn more about Andrew Maury, visit: http://andrewmaury.net/

    Notable plugins mentioned in this episode:

    Renaissance Bass: https://waves.alzt.net/ZQOyDqAPI 2500: https://waves.alzt.net/6eOgKKMaxxBass: https://waves.alzt.net/Gme2VV

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

  • A Long Island native who got his start playing jazz trumpet, Andrew Scheps has mixed records for artists such as the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Adele, Metallica, Jay-Z and many others. After graduating from the Recording Engineering Program at the University of Miami, he spent some time working for New England Digital as a field service technician for the Synclavier, one of the first digital synthesizers/samplers/workstations, then on the road with Stevie Wonder (as a keyboard tech) and Michael Jackson (mixing live sound), before settling in LA.

    Having got into mixing a few years before the analog-to-digital revolution, Andrew worked with a collection of vintage gear at his Punkerpad West studio in Van Nuys, California, including a Neve Electronics BCM-10 with ten 1073s that were used for reference during the Waves Audio Scheps 73 plugin modeling process.

    In July 2015, he made the switch to working completely “in the box”

    Scheps is known for his balanced, modern sounding and often loud mixes.

    He is also the owner and president of Tonequake Records and Punkerpad UK (formerly Punker Pad West).

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    The importance of having skills that go beyond basic audio engineeringDiversifying your skills and musical genresBeing proactive vs reactive in the studioWhy he switched working on analog gear to being 100% in the boxCreating efficiencies in your workflowHow using macros will make you a better engineerHis go-to macros for saving timeAndrew’s new app, Bounce FactoryThe various mixes you should be delivering to every clientHow he uses his “rear buss” system to make his mixes feel biggerHis approach to creating ambiance in a mixVarious ways you can manipulate your plugins to get a cooler sound

    To learn more about Andrew Scheps, visit: http://www.mcdman.com/scheps

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

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  • Brendan Duffey is a Grammy award-winning mixing and mastering engineer. 15 Grammy nominations, multiple certified Multi-Platinum records, and awards in film and advertising are some of the highlights of his 25+ career in music production. Brendan has worked with Bruce Dickinson (Iron Maiden), Kendrick Lamar, Sheryl Crow, Devin Townsend, Ella Mai, Mount Westmore (Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Too Short, E-40), Milton Nascimento, Daniela Mercury, Muni Long, Graham Bonnet, Muni Long, Anitta, De La Tierra, Angra and many more.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Having diversity in your skillsetBeing a “people person”How to networkBeing an extroverted introvertWhy work/life balance is bullshitAligning with like-minded peopleWorking with Sylvia MassyBeing a creature of habitEngineers who have their own sonic footprintEstablishing client expectationsHaving a checklist for your workflowUsing AI in masteringThe value of your personal brand as an audio engineerAtmos mastering

    To learn more about Brendan Duffey, visit: http://www.brendanduffeyaudio.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

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  • 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 environment

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

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  • Nicky Howard is a mastering engineer based in 'sometimes sunny' Yorkshire, UK.

    He's worked alongside many Grammy-Winning & Nominated artists, producers, and mix engineers, including Rhymefest, Kipper Eldridge (producer for Sting, Gary Numan, and Mary J Blige), and Mikalai Skrobat (Mixing Engineer/Producer for Kanye West, and Pharell Williams). He is credited on Billboard Top 100 and UK Chart hits, and his work has amassed millions of plays. In 2022, he received a nomination for the MPG Mastering Engineer of the Year award.

    His work within the dance music community is well established, with credits on some of the most coveted labels, including !K7, Anjunadeep, Afterlife (by Tale of Us), WUGD (by Jax Jones), Purified (by Nora En Pure) and Cafe De Anatolia. Nicky has worked with influential artists, including Ewan McVicar, Hannah Laing, Chris Luno, and Franky Wah. His work on the 25th-anniversary of the groundbreaking UKG track RIPGROOVE led to the DJ Mag game-changer award for the artist.

    Nicky's studio was designed from the ground up as a no-compromise mastering facility. A fully bespoke room with exacting acoustics to create the most natural and precise sonic environment possible, allowing confidence in decisions necessary to make your music sound its best. The centerpiece is a cutting-edge full-range 7000-watt Kii Audio BXT Monitoring System, finished in custom bronze metallic.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    The journey of becoming a mastering engineerThe art of listeningNot being fixated on all the technical stuffFixing vocal artifacts in masteringThe downsides to using limitersSwitching from an analog studio to going 100% in the boxWhy digital mastering can be betterKeeping your clients happyMastering low-end

    To learn more about Nicky Howard, visit: https://nickyhoward.co.uk/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

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  • Ryan Schwabe is a platinum-certified mixing and mastering engineer, a former professor of recording arts & music production at Drexel University's Music Industry Program, and a former Vice President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Recording Academy, as well as Co-Chair of the Producer and Engineer's Wing.

    Currently, he is the Treasurer of the Philadelphia Chapter of the AES and the owner of Xcoustic Sound, a mixing and mastering post-production audio company. Ryan is also the owner and product designer for Schwabe Digital.

    Ryan received his second Grammy nomination for "Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical" for mixing and mastering the album, Adolescence by BAYNK in 2023. His first nomination was for mixing the "Best Dance/Electronic Album" Planets Mad by Baauer in 2021.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    - Taking chances with your career

    - Choosing between your dreams or opportunities

    - Teaching yourself vs. having a mentor

    - Analyzing tracks on an album

    - Creating the arc of a record

    - What levels to master to

    - How Spotify determines the loudness of a record

    - When digital sounds better than analog

    - The real reason people pay you to work on their tracks

    - Using clippers in production and mastering

    - Clipping vs. limiting

    - How to use clipping to make your tracks louder

    - Different flavors of clipping

    - Hard clipping vs. soft clipping

    To learn more about Ryan Schwabe, visit: https://www.ryanschwabe.com/ or https://www.schwabedigital.com

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Subscribe to the show:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

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  • Inspired by early punk and new wave, Adam Greenspan's journey through the vast soundscapes of the late 80s, to industrial and alt 90s, marked a lifelong immersion in music. With over 25 years in the industry, his career ignited with the engineering of Faith No More's "Album of the Year." Later, a serendipitous connection with fellow producer Nick Launay led to fruitful collaborations, shaping albums for luminaries such as Arcade Fire, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Supergrass, The Cribs, and Refused.

    Greenspan's recent productions have garnered critical acclaim, notably securing a 2019 Mercury Prize shortlist for IDLES' "Joy as an Act of Resistance" and a 2020 Grammy nomination for Best Engineered Album with Thomas Dybdal's "All These Things." His return to IDLES resulted in a UK #1 album with "Ultra Mono," highlighting his enduring impact on contemporary music.

    Continuing to shape sonic landscapes, Greenspan's recent projects include works with Bloc Party and Flogging Molly. His approach is characterized by close collaboration with artists, aiming to distill a sound and style uniquely theirs while encouraging them to explore new territories. Emphasizing the visceral impact of music and its ability to evoke emotion and movement, Greenspan rejects formulas in favor of capturing genuine artistic expression.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Working with Nick LaunayGoing backward on the studio ladder to make for more opportunitiesHaving the right attitude to stand out when you’re getting startedWorking from rough mixesPushing the boundaries of an artistLeaning into what makes an artist specialCreative approaches to using poorly recorded tracksCreating a 3D sound using effectsUsing distortion on vocalsPanning effectsHow to use stereo wideners effectivelyCapturing the room and making your tracks sound bigMaking the most out of a small roomEliminating noise on your tracks

    To learn more about Adam "Atom" Greenspan, visit: https://www.atomgreenspan.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Join the FREE MasterYourMix Facebook community: https://links.masteryourmix.com/community

    To make sure that you don’t miss an episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or on Android.

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

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  • We hit 200 episodes! In celebration of this giant milestone, I recorded a special Q&A episode where I answered questions submitted by our audience about all things production and more.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Mike’s thoughts on the production of Metallica’s “black” albumHow many layers to record for heavy guitarsMy mic of choice for recording vocalsHow to find time to write a bookWhat to do if you’re working on your music in a non-symmetrical roomThe simple way to gain-stage your tracksHow to add top-end to your mixes without making them sound harshWhere to find Mike’s production portfolioUsing reference tracks: Why you should use them, how to pick the right ones, what to do with them.

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Join the FREE MasterYourMix Facebook community: https://links.masteryourmix.com/community

    To make sure that you don’t miss an episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or on Android.

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

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  • Tony Hoffer is most known for his colorful, gritty productions and mixes that pop out of the speakers. His work over the years spans across alternative, electronic, rock, pop and indie.

    Hoffer spent his early years in Miami making music on 2 cassette decks and a reel-to-reel machine. As a teenager, he moved to Los Angeles and went ‘hi-tech’ upgrading to a Tascam 4-track cassette deck falling in love with music and the art of production.

    Tony started off playing guitar in ‘post-punk’ bands and fell in love with sampling his favorite post-punk records (Cure, Chameleons, Bauhaus) into his own songs and productions. His big break was co-producing Beck’s double Grammy nominated album ‘Midnite Vultures’ which was a hybrid of intricate sampling and live playing. That initially led to him to working with Air, Phoenix and Supergrass. Some additional credits include: M83, The Kooks, Belle & Sebastian, Silversun Pickups, The Fratellis, Depeche Mode, Fitz & The Tantrums, Blondie, Metric, Chromeo, Dirty Heads, The Snuts, Rainbow Kitten Surprise and Ziggy Marley.

    Tony’s productions and mixes have been nominated and/or won 7 Grammy’s (US), 4 Juno’s (Canada), 2 Aria’s (Australia) and the Mercury Prize (UK).

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Working with BeckWorking fast and being a minimalistRunning organic sounds through synthsGiving tracks character & gritRecording live off the floor vs. tracking individuallyUsing samples in your productionsCreating hooksSeparating production time from mixing time

    To learn more about Tony Hoffer, visit: http://tonyhoffer.com/

    Notable gear mentioned in this episode:

    ARP2600 (Plugin Version): https://sweetwater.sjv.io/JzMmkQKorg MS20: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/XYMX45

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Join the FREE MasterYourMix Facebook community: https://links.masteryourmix.com/community

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  • As an active recording and touring musician for over thirty years, Brad cut his teeth as the guitarist and vocalist in From Ashes Rise, making music in a scene fraught with challenges to sound quality. He was raised in the North Mississippi Hill Country, surrounded by a rich and historic music scene, and, after studying Recording Industry Technology at Middle Tennessee State University in the late 1990s, Brad armed himself with a healthy obsession with records, sound, and music. He's always aimed to overcome the challenges independent artists face while helping them realize their vision of sonic perfection.

    Since founding Audiosiege in 2010, Brad, a self-described "musician's engineer", has mastered many notable albums, including Michael Stein and Kyle Dixon's opening sequence and Grammy-nominated official soundtrack for Netflix's "Stranger Things" series, the reissue of Sleep's monumental "Dopesmoker" LP, as well as records from Corrosion of Conformity, Nails, Samiam, Obituary, Yob, Twitching Tongues, and more.

    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

    Analog vs. digital masteringHow file names can tell you a lot about a projectUsing meters to guide your decisionsHaving consistency in your levels and workflowMastering albums made of previously mastered songsUsing Metric AB for troubleshooting gear issuesGetting client feedbackMaking sure your gear is calibrated properlyWorking on the Stranger Things soundtrack

    To learn more about Brad Boatright, visit: https://audiosiege.com/

    For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/

    Notable gear mentioned in this episode:

    Manley Massive Passive: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/g1070giZotope RX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkyR2x

    Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/

    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.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/

    Join the FREE MasterYourMix Facebook community: https://links.masteryourmix.com/community

    To make sure that you don’t miss an episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or on Android.

    Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to [email protected]

    Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review on iTunes!