Peter Brown, Expert sound designer in Hollywood, joins Sung and Emelia to discuss the journey that brought him into sound design, and the recording and creation of Fast and Furious car sounds. They explore recording car sounds for movies, their involvement with the Fast and Furious franchise, car models and engine swaps, creating sounds for electric vehicles, and admire Peter's passion and success in his field.
Peter Brown discovered his passion for sound during grad school and found success by pursuing what he truly loves.
Authenticity and character are crucial in creating engaging car sounds, and Peter Brown emphasizes the importance of imperfections and professional drivers.
Deep dives
Passion for Sound and Film
Peter Brown, a supervising sound editor, discusses his love for sound and film. He recalls listening to the radio and being inspired by shows like Dr. Demento and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. His interest in sound grew during grad school, where he discovered his passion for filmmaking. While initially aspiring to be a writer and director, he found that his talents aligned more with sound. Peter emphasizes the importance of knowing oneself and pursuing what one is truly passionate about in order to be successful in life.
Creating Signature Sounds for Fast and Furious
Peter Brown delves into his work on the Fast and Furious franchise. He discusses the process of recording car sounds, emphasizing the need for authenticity and character in the sounds. Peter talks about the iconic sounds he created for cars like Hans' RX-7 and Dom's Chevy C10. He also highlights the importance of engaging professional drivers who understand storytelling and can add a unique flair to the car performances. Peter's passion for imperfections and the character they bring to the sounds is evident in his approach.
Recordings and Challenging Car Sounds
Peter Brown explains his preference for recording cars out in the real world and the challenges faced in capturing specific sounds. He shares recordings of various car sounds, including an RB26 engine in a Datsun 240Z and a Ford Maverick with a broken axle mount. Peter emphasizes the importance of grit, mistakes, and the character of the driver in creating authentic and engaging car sounds. He also mentions his limited experience recording electric vehicles and expresses interest in working with Formula E cars.
Importance of Knowing Oneself
Reflecting on his journey, Peter Brown emphasizes the role of self-awareness and authenticity in finding success. He attributes his success to having supportive parents and being true to himself. Peter advises his younger self and others to listen to their hearts, avoid comparing themselves to others, and pursue what brings them joy. He encourages individuals to understand their passions and goals, and to avoid lying to themselves or letting others' goals define them. Peter's infectious passion and excitement for his work is highlighted as a secret to his success.
Sung and Emelia talk to Peter about the journey that brought him into the world of sound design and made him one of the most sought after and highly respected Hollywood "sound guys". Peter shares his expertise and gives us a behind the scenes look (and listen) into the recording and creation of the Fast and Furious car sounds we all love.
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