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Episode show notes:
This episode is all about one of the most crucial elements in your mix: the kick drum. Whether you’re laying down fast grooves for a punk track or dialing in a massive low-end for your heavy riffage, getting the EQ right on your kick drum can make or break your mix.
We’ll break it down step by step:
🎙️ The Basics: What does EQ even do to your kick and why does it matter?
🎛️ Frequency Focus: We’ll explain the key frequencies you need to know – from the deep lows that shake the walls to the clicky attack that cuts through heavy guitars.
⚡ Common Problems: Boxy, "cheap" sounding kick? Too much click (or not the right kind of click)? We’ve got practical fixes for you.
🎸 Mix Context: How your kick works with your bass and guitars – because, let’s face it, the kick doesn’t live in isolation.
💡 Pro Tips: Tried-and-true techniques we’ve learned from working on countless rock and heavy tracks.
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a much better understanding of how to shape your kick drum to fit your music. No more guessing, no more frustration – just better mixes.
So grab your headphones and get ready to give your kick drum the love it deserves. Let’s make it punchy, powerful, and perfect for your next banger!
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Episode show notes:
My guest on this episode is Manel Espinosa Berenguer, aka "Manelito". And I'm super stoked about this one!
Manel is a self-recording musician, songwriter and music producer, based in Madrid, Spain, who writes and records music as a solo artist, as well as for other bands and artists seeking his expertise, skills and perspective.
Since we first met about year ago in late 2023 a LOT has happened.
Manel has joined the Self-Recording Syndicate, our coaching program, has turned audio production into his career shortly after and then even joined the team here at theselfrecordingband.com, editing and mixing our podcast and other content.
He is doing fantastic work and got to the point where artists are flying across Europe to work with him 🤯.
So it’s about time to introduce him to you and tell his story.PS: What are you waiting for? You could be the next success story to show up on our podcast. We generate these results for our Syndicate members all the time.
And there is zero risk. Just apply for coaching, jump on a free call with us and figure out if our program is a great fit for you.
We will create a roadmap for you and tell you exactly what we would do in your situation. If you don't LOVE this plan, you don't pay us anything and we just part ways.
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Episode show notes:
Have you ever wondered what separates successful self-recording artists from the rest? What makes some people thrive and create killer records while others stay stuck, endlessly tweaking, and second-guessing themselves?
In this episode, we pull back the curtain on The Self-Recording Syndicate, our coaching program designed to help bands and artists like you take control of their recording and mixing process.
After years of mentoring independent, passionate and driven music creators, we’ve noticed clear patterns among our most successful students. We’re breaking down the character traits, habits, and behaviors they share so that you can apply these lessons to your own music journey.
Spoiler alert: it’s not about being a genius or having the most expensive gear - it’s about how you approach the process.
What You’ll Learn:
•The exact things our most successful students do that others don’t.
•How these behaviors are different from the typical “hobbyist” mindset.
•Actionable takeaways you can apply today to improve your recording and mixing skills.
Why This Matters to You:
If you want to create records you’re proud of, these behaviors can fast-track your progress. Whether you’re in the middle of your first mix or have been at this for years, adopting these habits will transform your approach to music production.
We built The Self-Recording Syndicate to help artists like you go from overwhelmed to confident creators of pro-level records.
You don’t have to figure it all out alone - Our experience, expertise and the Syndicate community are here to guide you every step of the way.
Start by applying what you learn from these insights that we're sharing here. Then reach out to us if you are ready to supercharge your growth as a self-recording artist.PS: We love hearing from you!
Please join the conversation and help us grow the show by leaving a comment, or a rating and review on your podcast app.
Again, if this episode helped you, leave us a review and share it with your friends and bandmates. This will help us reach more people like you who will benefit from this podcast and it will help us get more incredible guests that you can then learn from.
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Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: The low end of your mix.
Get it right, and your mix will sound massive, professional, and tight. Get it wrong, and it’ll fall apart faster than your drummer at 3 a.m. on tour.
So, how do you actually nail it? That’s what we’re diving into in this episode.
We’re sharing our tried-and-true approaches to crafting a low end that’s not only solid and punchy but also consistent across every playback system - from crappy earbuds to a festival PA.
If you’ve been struggling with muddy bass, boomy kick drums, or a mix that just doesn’t hit hard enough, you’re not alone. This is one of the most searched and talked-about topics in mixing - and for good reason. We’ll break it all down step by step so you can stop Googling random tricks and start trusting your ears.
Whether you’re a bassist trying to lock in with the kick drum, a guitarist looking for a big tone without stepping on the bass, or a DIY producer piecing it all together in your home studio, this episode will help you make sense of the low-end madness.PS: We love hearing from you!
Please join the conversation and help us grow the show by leaving a comment, or a rating and review on your podcast app.
Let us know what’s worked (or not worked) for your low-end struggles. And feel free to share your mix in the community, asking for feedback.
Again, if this episode helped you, leave us a review and share it with your friends and bandmates. Let’s make the world sound better - one punchy mix at a time.
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Episode show notes:
We sat down with Moritz Enders to talk about analog mixing!
In case you're wondering:
If you've been listening to our show for a while, you know that we're not focusing on gear a lot. We believe that not having expensive gear should not hold you back. It is never an excuse and you can make exciting sounding records with the simplest setup if you have the necessary skills.
However, great analog gear is fascinating to many. Including ourselves. It is fun, it can be inspiring and it definitely sounds great. And there are still many people who swear by it.
To us it's not either or, it's not better or worse. We believe that analog gear and plugins are all just tools and whatever works for someone is what they should use.
And yes, if you have access to amazing sounding equipment and know how to use it (it is not exactly the same as using plugins), then by all means go for it and see if you can get better results with it. Many engineers do. And Moritz Enders is one of them.
His records sound fantastic and he is willing to share why his approach works so well for him.
In this interview, Moritz goes deep into his SSL mixing workflow.
What are the benefits of analog mixing? How does he handle recalls? What are the challenges compared to an in-the-box workflow?
We also talk about his general mixing philosophy and what you can take away from this to make your own mixes better.
And finally, Moritz answers questions from the live audience at Studioszene 2024.
Enjoy this conversation with one of Germany's greatest mixing engineers - Moritz Enders!PS: Please join the conversation and help us grow the show by leaving a comment, or a rating and review on your podcast app.
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Episode show notes:
Julia Borelli is our guest on this podcast episode!
We sat down with her at Studioszene 2024 to talk about her mixing workflow, her favorite plugins, her career, and how she got to where she is right now.
Originally from Brazil, Julia made her first experiences working as assistant engineer on latin Grammy-award winning recordings including Anavitoria and Tiago Iorc.
Then she moved on to working in well-renowned studios such as PostModernMastering and JRS Recording Studio.
Julia is now a Voting Member of the Recording Academy for the Grammy's and a Riverside Studios resident.
She's worked with artists from all over the world like Richie Hawtin, Elderbrook, Hayden James, Lie Ning, Anyma, Jon Hopkins, Mind Against, Korolova, Eli & Fur, Fideles, Stephan Bodzin, and Novaa.
Julia also contributed to the PRADA 2022 commercial + catwalk soundtracks in 2020, 2021 and 2022.
Furthermore Julia is a multi-instrumentalist, a DJ, and half of the pop / dance duo BORELLI with her sister.
Needless to say we are beyond excited to have her on the show!
Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation and help us grow the show by leaving a comment, or a rating and review on your podcast app.
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Episode show notes:
Warren Huart (Produce Like A Pro) is back on the podcast!
We sat down with him at Studioszene 2024 to talk about the art of mixing and how to keep creativity alive in the studio.
Known for his work with The Fray and Aerosmith, among many others, Warren shares insights on staying fresh and open to new ideas.
He talks about how he finds inspiration, brings fascinating stories to the conversation and proves once again what a brilliant educator he is.
If you're looking for ways to keep your own mixing sessions creative, this is a discussion you don’t want to miss.Enjoy!
PS: Please join the conversation and help us grow the show by leaving a comment, or a rating and review on your podcast app.
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➡️ Get Access To "Guitar Setup Masterclass - With Diego Casillas": theselfrecordingband.com/guitarsetup
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Episode show notes:
We got this question from Fabian (Max im Parkhaus):
"Hello Malcom & Benedikt,
appreciating your latest episodes, thanks a lot.
I have a question regarding Benedikt’s solo episode 232 “Do this and your mixes will improve..."
How do I make sure I listen my favorite records (from Spotify e.g.) at the same level as my mixes? Because usually mixes are way quieter than mastered records.
I really want to build this listening habit so thanks a lot for a cue how I can solve this. It maybe could also be a question for another episode - who knows.
Thanks a lot 🤘🏼
Cheers
Fabian"
Well, here we are! Thanks for the great question, Fabian, and we hope this is helpful!
Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation and help us grow the show by leaving a comment, or a rating and review on your podcast app.
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
Manel Espinosa Berenguer, a great producer and musician from Spain who is editing and mixing our podcast and video content.
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for a spot in one of our programs. Start working with us and get our personal guidance, so you can finally make your dream record!
It all starts with a free Clarity Call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free Clarity Call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:
Meet the team behind theselfrecordingband.com!
After the amazing Studioszene 2024 event we sat down at our Airbnb to talk about our days at the conference, key takeaways for you and also to introduce the people to you who help us run this platform behind the scenes:
Thomas Krottenthaler, an amazing engineer and drummer who works at Benedikt's studio, Outback Recordings, and also creates videos, playbooks and content for our coaching programs and courses.
Benedikt & Malcom, the hosts of this podcast, main coaches inside our programs and full time mixing engineers who came up with this entire platform.This is a completely unscripted, "behind the scenes" type of episode of us just sitting around a table and having a chat about what we learned at Studioszene 2024 in Hamburg.
Enjoy!
PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:
"Don't mix with presets!! Every song is unique!"
"Always start with presets! And also create your own! It's so much faster!"
Confused about all the strong opinions out there on using or avoiding plugin presets?
We got you. ;)
Here's the truth about plugin presets. Not because we know better. Not because we have all the answers. But because it is not black or white.
Once you understand the concepts that we're sharing on this episode, you'll feel better about using presets - or avoiding them. Because you're gonna do it intentionally. While always serving the song.
Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: theselfrecordingband.com/236
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:
Let's talk about being intentional with your recording decisions.
Yes, we talk about this all the time. But we also firmly believe that we need to be reminded more than we need to be taught.
The episode starts with the story of a band wanting to save money by recording their own vocals (which isn't a bad thing), but then setting up in a super unideal room for the wrong reasons. Just simply moving the mic stand 10 feet out into the hallway saved their record.
"The hallway? For vocals??" We hear you... But that's exactly what this is about. Sometimes what might seem like the wrong thing to do is exactly what the record needs. Sometimes following generally good advice can lead to bad decisions being made on a specific project.
Moral of the story: There are a lot of good things to know. But it doesn't really matter what you think you know, if doesn't serve the song in this specific situation. At the end of the day you have to listen. And have the confidence and skills to be able to trust your ears and intuition.
The knowledge is important. But what we KNOW only helps us make the right decision quicker and gives us a variety of options. We still need to use our ears. And the real skill is knowing when to use a certain technique you've learned and when to do something completely different.
Enjoy!
Mentioned on the episode:
Studioszene Tickets:
studioszene.de
Use code TSRB15 to get 15% off your ticket!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: theselfrecordingband.com/235
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:
This time we're answering an interesting listener question.
Tim asks:
"I have one question I would love to ask your advice on and I reckon you will know exactly what I'm asking:
I can sing fairly well technically, but I would love more grit and aggression in my tone.
In your experience, is trying to achieve this through training and technique even a thing? (Vocal Fry etc.)
Or should I just own what I have and accept that isn't my voice?
Also how much can you realistically achieve this tone through
pre-amps/gain reduction/distortion etc.?"
Tim, here comes your answer!
Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:
So, it happened. AI mixing is (almost) here.
Maybe you've heard about it. Mark "Spike" Stent, a very successful, amazing mixing engineer released "Spike AI". And it caused wild reactions and very emotional discussions in the pro audio community.
Here's what their website says about Spike AI:
"In a world where AI wants to steal your voice, our mission is to amplify yours like never before.
Spike AI is an ethical AI-driven platform that revolutionizes music mixing by providing every artist access to high-quality, professional-grade mixing services typically reserved for platinum-recording artists.
We don’t just harness the power of artificial intelligence; we amplify human creativity. Our mission is to ensure that artists maintain their unique voice in an industry where AI is often seen as a threat to individuality.
Driven by a commitment to ethical AI, we prioritize transparency, inclusivity, and creative empowerment, reshaping the future of music production for the better. With Spike AI, artists are free to focus on what matters most—creating their art."
(spike-ai.com on October 4th 2024)
So... is this the end of mixing engineers? Do you still need mixing skills?
Let's discuss.PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:
This might be the shortest episode we've ever done. And one of the most important ones.
Just listen, do this one thing that the episode is about and watch your recordings and mixes improve.
Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
Size:Frequency contentDynamicsContrastWriting/arrangementTransients/punch
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:
When we give people feedback on their mixes before they join our coaching program, we're often talking about a lack of "size" and "depth".
Now what is that actually and what can you do now with that feedback?
We're all about helping you make exciting and unique sounding records. And you can only do that when you're able to make intentional decisions.
You won't get there with presets and things you copy from someone else. And knowing how to create size and depth is a big part of that. It's what's always lacking when people mix with presets or settings that they didn't choose intentionally.
In this Episode we're talking about:
Depth:Frequency contentReverb/delayPre-delay on reverbsDetailDynamicsAnd we're using real life everyday examples to explain these concepts.
Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: theselfrecordingband.com/231
--If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: [email protected]
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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My guest on this episode is the artist and producer Blake Beckmann.
Blake is a self-recording musician from California and he's the lead vocalist in a Nu Metal band called Stepa.
You might have heard of them, because in 2002 they've released a record that was pretty popular in the scene.
Blake joined our coaching program, The Self-Recording Syndicate in late 2023, with the goal of making a new Stepa record that is even better and more exciting than their major label debut from 20 years ago. Quite the challenge!
I think he and the band are definitely on track there and I'm beyond excited about the progress and the songs I've heard, so far.
So it’s about time to introduce him to you and tell his story.
Here's Blake Beckmann for you. Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: theselfrecordingband.com/230
--If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: [email protected]
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:
Have you been putting off the recording or mixing of a song? Or an album?
Have you ever been in a situation where you just couldn't make yourself work on a record because every time you think about it it just feels overwhelming? You just don't feel motivated enough to finally figure out what's holding you back, practice your audio skills and get the project done?
Can you play music or practice an instrument for hours without a problem, but sitting down to finish that studio project just feels like this huge challenge and you don't even know where to start?
You are not alone. Even when we have all the resources, training, feedback and guidance, sometimes we just can't do a certain thing. We keep avoiding it and constantly do something else instead. And then we get frustrated about ourselves. Because, after all, we wanted it so bad, didn't we?
A coaching student sent us a message about exactly this, asking me for help. And I'm gonna share my answer to him with you now on the podcast.
Time to get real and ask ourselves some important questions.PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: theselfrecordingband.com/229
--If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: [email protected]
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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On this episode I'm talking to the artist and producer Phillip Cronin.
Phillip is a self-recording musician, based in Rogers, Arkansas in the United States who writes and records indie rock and pop-punk music as a solo artist under the artist name "On The Radio".
We first met in late 2021, so almost 3 years ago now, when Phillip joined our coaching program, The Self-Recording Syndicate.
Since then he has levelled up his audio skills, writing and playing skills, as well as his overall knowledge and understanding of the whole record-making process significantly.
Earlier this year, I travelled to Arkansas to co-produce his first real record with Phillip at his home studio and boy, did I have a blast there.
The sessions were so much fun, I think the results speak for themselves, there is so much to learn from this for our community here and people just need to know about On The Radio and this upcoming record.
So it’s about time to introduce Phillip to you and tell his story.
Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: theselfrecordingband.com/228
--If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: [email protected]
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Here are three next steps for you to take:
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:
Josh Rogosin created the iconic sound for the Tiny Desk series for over 800 recordings, collaborating with Fred Again, Yo-Yo Ma, Sting, Post Malone, Taylor Swift and countless others. He also introduced theater to the series, producing and engineering performances from Blue Man Group, Sesame Street, Wicked, The Lion King and more.
Tiny Desk Concerts has a massive audience and has turned into the holy grail and must-stop for every touring musician. It also hits the sweet spot for demographics featuring every kind of music you can imagine.
Josh says he's learned so much about what makes it work so well and we're so stoked that he's sharing some of those insights with us today.
And of course, we're talking about how you can apply these learnings to your home recording studio.
Now, after 10 years producing and engineering for Tiny Desk, Josh is starting his own show, called Global Sound Concerts, and his own production company.
Global Sound Concerts is a music discovery and travel show that finds musicians where they are from, to learn why being from the place inspires them to make music.
He's produced a couple of episodes already and he's planning to release them as a pilot season on his own YouTube page.
We've already been able to watch one of these episodes and can tell you it is totally amazing! So naturally, we had questions about this, too, and cover all of it on this episode.
So here's Josh Rogosin for you! Enjoy!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: theselfrecordingband.com/227
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How we deal with noise at the source and keep it out of our recordings. Because capturing a noise-free signal is always better than removing the noise afterwards.
1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!
It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.
Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.
Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:
Let's get technical! Today we're gonna talk about how to handle and reduce or remove noise from your recordings. And how to keep it out of your recordings in the first place.
Usually, everything we teach is about the music. About the song. About how we can serve the song and make it connect and resonate with your audience. We try to avoid getting too technical and we don't believe that gear or plugins are the solution to most of your audio problems.
But sometimes we have to do purely technical work to remove what is distracting from the music, so we can go back to the song and fully focus on that again.
Noise is one of those distracting things. And it comes in many different forms.
So on this episode we're talking about:
Understanding noise:Broadband noise vs specific frequenciesWhy removing it is always a compromiseWhy gating isn't enough in many cases
Ways to reduce/remove noise if you have to:Why stock plugins won't get you very far hereWhy it's smart to capture a few seconds of just the noise and not cut it out until you've removed it from the rest of the signal.Cutting it out manually (and or gating)Removing or reducing noise with EQiZoptope RX / spectral editorsNoise removal pluginsEmbracing it instead of fighting itUnderstanding the "analog" and "noise" buttons / knobs on your pluginsThe ground lift switch on your gear
Let's dive into this!PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.
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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: theselfrecordingband.com/226
--If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: [email protected]
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