Master Your Mix Podcast
Helping musicians, engineers and producers create professional recordings and mixes from home.
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2 days ago
Dave Cerminara: Creating Mixes With Vibe
2 days ago
2 days ago
Dave Cerminara is a Grammy-nominated producer and mixer. Originally from Pittsburgh, Dave landed in Los Angeles in 2015 and quickly amassed an impressive list of credits and collaborators. He began working alongside producer Lars Stalfors on pristine alt-rock recordings for Cold War Kids, Foster the People, and The Neighbourhood, and later became Jonathan Wilson’s go-to collaborator for the likes of Dawes and Father John Misty.
His production prowess is evident on releases from Paris Texas and Bartees Strange, with “Wretched” — from Strange’s Farm to Table — earning critical acclaim and landing on countless year-end lists. In 2022, Dave reprised his role as engineer and mixer for Father John Misty’s Chloë and the Next 20th Century, earning him a Grammy Nomination for Best Engineered Album. His most recent credits include Phosphorescent, Flyte, Billy Lemos, Haich Ber Na, and Matilda Lyn.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:
Learning through observing others
Focusing on your speed
Keyboard shortcuts
Saying “yes” to all opportunities - Good idea or bad?
Building a mix on top of the rough mix
Working from other people’s sessions
Setting your initial track levels
Establishing the vibe of a mix
Should you add effects on everything to make them cohesive?
The power of automation
Making room around the vocal
Working with artists like Phosphorescent and Father John Misty
How big mixes don’t require dense track counts
Calibrating your ears for different speakers and rooms
To learn more about Dave Cerminara, visit: https://davecerminara.com/
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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/
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Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Rob Chiarappa: Taking Songs From Demos to Full Productions
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Rob Chiarappa is an award-winning producer, mixer, and songwriter based out of New Jersey.
Rob works out of the world-renowned Barber Shop Studios in Hopatcong, NJ as his home base but has relationships with studios in major cities around the globe to make records happen in most places.
Rob’s objective is to treat each project uniquely and work with artists to reach an end result that best represents their creative vision being as “hands on” or “hands off” as the artist is comfortable with.
The Story So Far, Hot Mulligan, Mom Jeans, Midtown
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:
Why small basement studios can yield better results
The role of a producer
Taking control of your own vision for your tracks
Dissecting the gold in a demo
Finding the “pocket” of a song
Overcoming demo-itis
Things to pay attention to to help produce your own songs
Fulfilling the vision of the artists vs. your own
Developing songs from the ground up
Getting paid fairly for your services
Should you take songwriting royalties?
Why Metric AB is the best plugin of all time
To learn more about Rob Chiarappa, visit: https://robchiarappa.com/
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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/
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Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Sean Moffitt: Making Mixes Wider With Frequency Automation
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Sean Moffitt is a Grammy Award-winning recording engineer and music producer known for his expert mixing and technical skills across a wide range of musical genres. Over the course of his career, Sean has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, delivering polished and sonically compelling productions. His meticulous attention to detail and deep understanding of both the artistic and technical sides of music creation have made him a sought-after collaborator in the studio.
With a career spanning several years, Sean has contributed to chart-topping albums, critically acclaimed records, and numerous award-winning projects. His ability to bring out the best in an artist’s sound through thoughtful mixing and production techniques has earned him a stellar reputation in the music world. Sean’s work is characterized by a dynamic yet balanced sound that highlights the unique qualities of each track while maintaining a cohesive overall mix.
In addition to his Grammy recognition, Sean Moffitt is known for his contributions to both established and emerging artists, showcasing his versatility in the studio. His work continues to influence the modern soundscape, blending innovation with timeless production values.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:
Being a mixing-only engineer
Building your portfolio
Working from the rough mix
Knowing when to leave something alone in a mix
Balancing the low end in your mix
Mixing like there’s no mastering
What to look for in a mastering engineer
Making mixes that have movement
Creative approaches to panning
Sean’s hybrid mix setup
Working in an open-concept mixing room
His unique listening environment that ensures his mixes translate.
Doing the “car test”
To learn more about Sean Moffitt, visit: https://www.instagram.com/smoffitt13/
Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?
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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/
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Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Nick Rad: The Value of Having a Team in Music Production
Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Nick Rad is a highly sought-after mixing engineer who has worked with major artists such as Rachel Platten, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, Hilary Duff, Nick Fradiani, MAX, Anberlin, and Skillet. Nick began his musical career in the late 90s as a signed and touring musician in the punk rock band Hangnail (Tooth and Nail Records). He later switched gears to take over drums in the pop-rock band Acceptance (Columbia Records).
While making records and touring for 7 years, his love of recording and production became his passion, which led him to where he is today. With a tasteful production sense, a highly tuned ear, and a strong midwestern work ethic, Nick delivers mixes that have made him a staple in the professional mixing scene.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:
Working with producers like Bill Stevenson, Stephen Egerton, Howard Benson, and Aaron Sprinkle
Having an assembly-line approach to production
Hiring help for your studio
The value of editing
How you don’t necessarily need to market your studio, as long as you do this one thing…
Niching down your services
Mixing vocals to fit in the mix
Auditioning vocal chains
Using sidechaining to help with your low-end
How to prepare your mixes so they are optimized for deliverables
To learn more about Nick Radovanovic, visit: https://nickrad.com/
Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?
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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/
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Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Mike Cervantes: Running an Efficient Mastering Business
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Mike Cervantes is a Grammy-nominated, Juno award winning multi–platinum mastering engineer with over 30 Billboard #1 songs, and 9 Dove Award wins.
At his studio The Foxboro, he has worked with select artists such as Kane Brown, Walker Hayes, Julia Michaels, Alan Walker, Lauren Daigle, Toby Mac, Flo Rida, Josh Ross, Brandon Lake, Mitchell Tenpenny, Russell Dickerson, Tyler Hubbard, Phil Wickham, Skillet, Lecrae, Yung Gravy, Avril Lavigne, Maverick City Music, Underoath, Misterwives, Against The Current, CeCe Winans, and many many more.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:
Taking the entrepreneurial journey
Working for Scott Hull of Masterdisk
Making the decision to stop working at one of the biggest mastering studios
Building your clientele
Using social media to sell your services
Why your gear doesn’t attract clients
The benefits of switching from an analog to digital workflow
Managing your time when you’re working on hundreds of projects
Using Zapier to help streamline your business processes and save money
Mastering fast
Knowing the needs of your clients
To learn more about Mike Cervantes, visit: https://www.thefoxboro.com/
For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/
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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/
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Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Tyler Smyth: Creating “Moments” in Your Music
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Tyler Smyth has dedicated his life to music. As a music producer, Tyler has landed multiple #1 singles in the rock category, both on the Billboard charts and on terrestrial rock radio. He was named as the first ever #1 Hard Rock Producer on the charts debut, holding the #1, #2, and #5 spots simultaneously with his productions from Falling in Reverse & I Prevail, and has since held the #1 spot 39 times and counting. In 2019, he received two Grammy nominations (Best Rock Album & Best Metal Performance) for the 2019 Grammy awards as the sole Producer of I Prevail’s album TRAUMA. I Prevail’s follow up album, TRUE POWER, debuted as the Spotify #2 album in the US, #4 album worldwide. Falling in Reverse's brand new album POPULAR MONSTER debuted as the Spotify #2 album worldwide and includes multiple RIAA gold and 2x platinum certifications for songs like “Popular Monster”, “Voices in My Head”, “ZOMBIFIED” and more.
As the frontman of Dangerkids, guitarist of Let’s Get It, and several other signed acts — Tyler has performed over 1000 shows around the world in his lifetime. He serves as a special guest mentor at Musician’s Institute for 4 years running, and has contributed to several internet publications & podcasts on the topics of music production, performing, touring, creating a fanbase, and more.
His producer credits include Falling in Reverse, I Prevail, Lights, Skillet, NASA, SEGA, and more.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:
Following your passions
Thinking outside of the box with songwriting
Creating “moments” with your music
Working with bands like I Prevail and Falling In Reverse
Using automation in your mixes to create excitement
The quest for perfection
The “white noise” trick for setting up your mix levels
Assigning a mission statement to each song
The reason song names matter
To learn more about Tyler Smyth, visit: https://tylersmyth.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/
Check out Samply here: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mym
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.com
The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/
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Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Pete Min: Being in Service to the Music
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Pete Min is a recording engineer, producer and label owner based in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles. His label Colorfield Records features artful collaborative explorations with musicians in unlikely configurations.
Pete’s studio Lucy’s Meat Market has become one of the most in demand spots for recording among a subset of musical artists with LA ties ranging from Ben Wendel and Larry Goldings to Andrew Bird and Feist.
Min started Colorfield Records to pursue a less traditional approach to recording, one that he refers to as “sculpted chaos.”
He says, “I want what’s in the subconscious. I don’t want it ironed out. When people are just doing it and it’s coming out, that’s what I’m interested in.”
Since launching in 2021 the label has released records by Abe Rounds, Larry Goldings, Mark Guiliana, Sam Gendel, Anthony Wilson, Brad Allen Williams and others.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:
Starting a studio business
Getting your first clients
Capturing improved music
Not sticking to songwriting “formulas”
Embracing spontaneity
Optimizing your studio space for speed and creativity
Being in service to the music, not your audio skills
Why you should avoid using compression while recording
To learn more about Pete Min, visit: https://petemin.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/
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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/
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Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Cody McWaters: Helping Artists Define Their Sound
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Cody McWaters is an ARIA award-winning producer, engineer, mixer, and musician based in Brisbane, Australia.
Under the mentorship of ARIA award-winning producer, Doug Roberts (INXS, John Farnham, Boom Crash Opera), Cody spent his formative years gaining an insight into a range of production approaches and the importance of nurturing musical relationships that play a strong role in developing the sound of emerging artists.
With a talent for understanding and developing artists’ sounds, Cody has established himself as a leading engineer and producer in the Brisbane area, working closely with the likes of King Stingray, Selfish Sons, and Osaka Punch. His relaxed and easygoing approach provides a calm atmosphere in any creative environment, allowing artists to create and explore comfortably, resulting in the best musical outcome.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:
Working in multiple genres
Helping artists define their sound
Working under Doug Roberts (INXS)
Using gear that you don’t think should work
Working with artists like The Chats and FELONY
Focusing on clarity in a mix
Not being afraid to mute tracks
Stepping outside of your comfort zone as an engineer
Top-down mixing
How to have perspective on your own mixes
To learn more about Cody McWaters, visit: https://www.codymcwaters.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/
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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/
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Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Gordon Raphael: Embracing the Magic of Raw Recordings
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
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 others
Being critical of your own music
Dealing with rejection
Pushing forward even when you don’t have everything figured out
Perfectionism vs. control
Finding the magic in raw recordings
Working with The Strokes
Getting the vocal sound of The Stokes
Using saturation during the tracking stage
Getting tight drum sounds
The benefits of recording live-off-the-floor
His special drum room mic technique
Having a minimalistic approach, even when working with lots of equipment
How he tackles compression in his mixes
Embracing 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/
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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/
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Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Alex Venguer: Creating Balanced, Organic Mixes
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
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 productions
The role of a producer vs engineer in the modern-day
Making organic-sounding mixes
Not overdoing your processing
Hearing small mix details in an untreated toom
How to optimize your home studio on a budget
Focusing on frequency balance, rather than on the instruments
Getting the groove of a song right in a mix
Setting up ambiance to make your audience feel like they’re in a specific environment with the artist
Determining what effects to use
Should 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.com
The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/
Subscribe to the show:
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