

Master Your Mix Podcast
Mike Indovina
Helping musicians, engineers and producers create professional recordings and mixes from home so you can showcase your talents in the best way possible and grow your career.
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Jan 29, 2025 • 1h 7min
Gavin Lurssen: The Importance of Your Signal Chain
Gavin Lurssen has been a mastering engineer since 1991. He is a thirteen-time Grammy nominee and four-time Grammy winner. Artists whose albums he has mastered include Ringo Starr, Jackson Browne, the Foo Fighters, Ben Harper, Queens of the Stone Age, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, Eric Clapton, Sara Bareilles, and Chvrches, to name just a few. Soundtracks include Game of Thrones, Jack Ryan, The Mandalorian, Captain Marvel, Black Panther, The Flash and Westworld. He is a graduate of The Berklee College of Music in Boston and is a recipient of their Distinguished Alumni Award.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Working with Doug SaxSetting expectations with clients about what they want vs. what they needWhy loudness doesn’t matter in masteringHow streaming services alter your musicThe ways that saturation can make your masters sound betterClipping vs saturationWhy the order of your signal chain mattersHow de-essers can be used for more than just correcting sibilanceThe Lurssen Mastering Console pluginHaving clean signal chainsHow gainstaging impacts everything in your signal chainTo learn more about Gavin Lurssen, visit: https://lurssenmastering.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Jan 22, 2025 • 1h 9min
Michael Beinhorn: The Importance of a Producer
Michael Beinhorn co-founded the New York musical collective Material in 1979 with Bill Laswell. Since then, he has collaborated with and produced a diverse range of recording artists including The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Soundgarden, Soul Asylum, Hole, Aerosmith, Herbie Hancock, Brian Eno, Ozzy Osbourne, Marilyn Manson, Social Distortion, Korn and Mew. Michael’s combined worldwide record sales currently total over 45 million. He has received numerous Grammy nominations, including "Producer Of The Year" in 1998. He is one of the only music producers in history to have 2 separate recordings debut in the Billboard Top Ten in the same week (Marilyn Manson- Mechanical Animals- #1; Celebrity Skin- Hole- #9). In 2015, Michael wrote a book called "Unlocking Creativity", which outlines his philosophy regarding the creative process. In 2019, he started the world’s first completely remote service for music production and artist development. In this capacity, Michael has worked with artists such as Rivers Cuomo/Weezer on their last 8 recordings, as well as Cuco and Matt Nathanson.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:What is music production?Pushing back against an artistHelping artists discover their true selvesBeing objective with your musicCreating a vision for a project before you even start recordingThe blurred lines of songwriting and productionThe art of making records feel goodWhy playing in time might not be the right moveEditing tracks for feelingWhy you shouldn’t rely on editingTo learn more about Michael Beinhorn, visit: https://michaelbeinhorn.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Jan 15, 2025 • 1h 12min
Mike Marsh: Using Reference Tracks During Mastering
Mike Marsh is a world-renowned mastering engineer with over 30 years of experience in mastering audio for vinyl, CD, DVD, HD audio, and digital downloads. After nearly three decades at The Exchange Mastering Studios in London—where he worked on iconic albums for artists like Björk, Massive Attack, and Oasis—Mike established Mike Marsh Mastering in East Devon to continue his legacy of making great music sound even better. His meticulous attention to acoustics ensured his new facility replicated the exceptional listening environment he had perfected at The Exchange.Mike's career began in 1984 as a recording engineer in his native Westcountry, where he honed his skills with analog equipment before transitioning to mastering at The Exchange in 1986. Over the years, he became respected for his versatility across genres, mastering projects for artists such as The Chemical Brothers, Jamiroquai, and Depeche Mode. His adaptability and ability to enhance music without compromising its artistic integrity have made him a trusted collaborator for both industry legends and emerging talents.Recently, Mike has worked on high-profile projects for Calvin Harris, Jonas Blue, and Zedd, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in the field. His commitment to excellence has earned him widespread acclaim, with artists and producers seeking his expertise to bring their sonic visions to life.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Shooting your shot and creating opportunities for yourselfThe importance of learning how to record, mix, and master recordsPreserving mixes vs improving them in masteringPicking the right reference tracksMike’s magical E.A.R. EQs: What makes them so specialBalancing loudness vs clarityThe specific requirements and challenges of mastering for vinylBeing strategic with track order when making vinyl recordsTo learn more about Mike Marsh, visit: http://www.mikemarshmastering.co.uk/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Jan 8, 2025 • 1h 15min
Mark Rankin: Making Instruments Sound Like They Do in a Room
Mark Rankin is an English record producer and audio engineer. He has won two Grammy Awards for his work with Adele and has multiple nominations for his work with other artists including Queens of the Stone Age, Iggy Pop, Weezer, Florence and the Machine, and Foster the People. Rankin started his studio career in the London Exchange Mastering Studios, with his first session being with electronic duo Basement Jaxx.Rankin won The Music Producers Guild Award for Breakthrough Engineer of the Year in 2010.In 2012, Rankin won two Grammy Awards: in the Album of the Year category with Adele's 21, and Record of the Year category with "Rolling in the Deep".In 2014, he was nominated for The Music Producers Guild Award for Engineer of the Year. He also received two Grammy nominations for the Queens of the Stone Age album ...Like Clockwork, in categories Best Rock Album and Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:Starting audio engineering by learning to masterThe benefits of working in a mastering studioBuilding a consoleMaking the transition from learning engineering/mixing after focusing on masteringThe challenges of tracking and working in the same roomMaking instruments sound like they do in a roomTracking drums for Queens Of The Stone AgeMinimal micing techniques for drumsRecording impulse responses of roomsHow to organize your sessionsAdding “color” to your tracksReferencing on different monitorsGetting your mixes to translateTo learn more about Mark Rankin, visit: https://www.markrankin.co.uk/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Jan 1, 2025 • 1h 7min
Mike Marra: Mastering for Emotion
Mike Marra is a seasoned Mastering Engineer based in Toronto, Canada, working out of the renowned Joao Carvalho Mastering studio. Music and sound have been Mike's lifelong passions, with an early exposure to a diverse range of music and technology that deeply influenced his critical listening skills and technical expertise.Mike followed his dream into the world of mastering, where his enthusiasm for the craft is contagious. The positive reactions from his clients to his work are a testament to his talent. He approaches every project with the highest respect and attention to detail, ensuring that each artist's sonic vision is brought to life.Known for his bold, powerful low-end on Hip Hop and EDM tracks, Mike has worked with a wide variety of Canadian and international artists across all genres. His impressive list of collaborators includes mastering an official Bob Marley remix for the 75th-anniversary legacy release, Phil Gonzo, Jazz Cartier, Sean Leon, Dr. Draw, Sara Diamond, Storry, Division Street, The Dreamboats, Victoria Duffield, and many others.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:Listening to music with a “big picture” perspective, rather than focusing on individual elementsEmotional mastering: How to infuse emotion into your tracks through processing like EQ and compressionTreating each song as uniqueMastering singles vs a full recordHow to achieve consistency between tracks that have already been released as singles and later compiled into an albumWhat to listen for when mixing/mastering low-endHow your treatment of low-end can make mixes sound widerWhy great masters start in the recording stageHigh Pass Filters: Why you might not want to use themTo learn more about Mike Marra, visit: https://mikemarramastering.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Dec 25, 2024 • 3min
Happy Holidays From The Master Your Mix Podcast
With it being the holidays, we are actually not going to have a brand new episode this week. Rather than bog you down with a new podcast, I figured, let's just take this week off and next week, we're going to start up again.Our first episode of 2025 is going to be coming out on January 1st, 2025, which is a Wednesday, just like every other episode that we've released. So make sure to check back then, but we've got tons of good stuff coming up ahead and I can't wait to start off the new year right.And I just want to take a moment here to also just say, thank you. Thank you so much for a great 2024. Thank you so much for listening to this podcast. We had a lot of amazing new guests. We've had a lot of amazing new listeners as well. And so I hope that this podcast has given you a lot of inspiration.I hope that it's helped teach you a lot of great stuff throughout the year and that you're making awesome music as a result of everything that we talk about on this podcast.Happy holidays and I’ll talk to you again in 2025!Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Dec 18, 2024 • 1h 32min
Drew Bang: From Homeless to Successful Engineer
Drew BANG is a multi-award-winning Engineer and Producer, with over 10 years of experience working with clients such as U2, One Direction, Don Broco, Kelis, Royal Blood, Haim, Victor Ray, and more. Drew’s accolades include multiple BPI Gold Records, 2 UK Number 1’,s and a coveted Music Producers’ Guild “Golden Microphone” Award among others.Starting out at Strongroom Studios as a Runner, Drew quickly worked his way up through Assisting to in-house Engineer for Studio 1 within 2 years, before going freelance to concentrate on Production. Drew has worked in many Commercial and Private Recording Studios around the world. He is experienced in using a vast array of modern and vintage recording equipment and is well-known for his Drum and Vocal recording skills. Drew is an endorsee and spokesperson for respected industry manufacturers Eventide, Celemony (Melodyne), Antelope, Solomon Mics, Neve Electronics & Aston Mics, and also a vocal spokesperson for diversity and equality in the Music Industry.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Mindset shifts for successThe power of persistenceDealing with failure and rejectionFinding your inner motivationThe problems with chasing moneyGetting into the music industry later in lifeSeeing opportunities when they are in front of youRelying on other peopleHow being transparent about your weaknesses/abilities, can actually propel you forwardThe value of saying “yes” to everythingWhen to say noThe battle of being credited properlyWant to learn more about Drew Bang? Visit:https://www.drewbang.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Dec 11, 2024 • 1h 15min
Samuel Bassani: How to Edit Your Music
Samuel Bassani is an audio engineer from São Paulo - Brazil, who has worked with producers and mixers like Pedro Calloni, Drew Fulk, Kile Odell, Nick Radovanovic, Kevin Trasher, Randy Slaugh, and many others, as well as bands such as Alpha Wolf, Hands Like Houses, The Amity Affliction, and others.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:Focusing on becoming an editor rather than a full-time mixer or producerHow much should you edit your music?What should you edit?Editing drum flams: How to prioritize your tracksAdding drum trigger tracksTools for converting live drums into MIDIHow to use MIDI for sidechaining gates when mixing drumsShould you slip-edit your guitar tracks or use Elastic AudioWhy you should always record guitars with a DIMelodyne vs. AutotuneShould you edit timing or pitch first with vocals?How to speed up the editing processFiguring out your editing workflow to optimize your speed and focusHow to prepare your mixes to work efficientlyWorking with checklistsTo learn more about Samuel Bassani, visit: https://www.instagram.com/bassani.samuel/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Dec 4, 2024 • 1h 9min
Ken Riley: Mixing With Your Heart, Not Ears
Ken Riley’s career started in 1980 at 3D Studios in Costa Mesa with Doug Doyle. Recording such names as The Altor Boys, Crumbacher, Daniel Amos, and The Life Savors. Then creating the group Common Bond where he was the lead vocalist and the bass player. Common Bond toured and had 3 albums on Front Line Records. Then moving his career along to New York at Electric Lady Studios where he worked with the best in the industry. Bringing it to today where he is in his own well established Rio Grande Studios in Albuquerque, New Mexico recording.8 ½ years as a traveling musician and recording artist, producing two gold records. 10 years as an engineer and musician in Los Angeles, 8 ½ years as an engineer in New York City at Electric Ladyland Studios.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:Why he still has a mentor for getting mix feedbackUnlearning “rules”Critiquing mixes “emotionally”Trusting your heart, not your earsNot relying on techThe problem with editing and samplesDealing with the personalities, egos, and comfort of an artist Why you should turn down workBuilding clientele in a small townMaking a studio feel comfortableArranging songs for impactTo learn more about Ken Riley, visit: https://riograndestudios.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Nov 27, 2024 • 1h 5min
Matt Glasbey: Creating Clarity in Your Mixes
Matt Glasbey is a highly regarded UK-based sound engineer and music producer known for his meticulous attention to detail and an ability to capture the essence of any performance. Over the years, he has worked with an impressive roster of artists including Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, ALT-J, Madness, and Maisie Peters. This wide-ranging experience across genres from indie rock to pop has solidified his reputation as a versatile and skilled engineer. Matt’s exceptional technical expertise and deep understanding of musicality have made him a trusted collaborator for some of the industry’s most celebrated artists, contributing to the creation of memorable and impactful records.Beyond his engineering skills, Matt Glasbey is celebrated for fostering a creative and relaxed studio environment, enabling artists to freely explore their sound. His dedication to sonic excellence and innovative production methods have led to projects that push musical boundaries and resonate deeply with audiences. Whether working on chart-topping hits or critically acclaimed albums, Matt’s passion for music production, combined with his profound knowledge of audio equipment and recording techniques, has cemented his place as an influential figure in the UK music scene.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Working at Peter Gabriel’s Real World StudiosPushing yourself to learnFocusing on being the best Assistant EngineerTaking chances with your careerHow to find problematic issues in your mixesUsing the Andrew Scheps “rear-bus” techniqueWhy the key to getting big low-end doesn’t have to do with focusing on the low frequenciesFixing masking issuesSetting your levels to get the optimal “analog sound” when working in digitalSidechaining multiband compressionWhy the LCR method of panning might be working against youCreating contrast to make mixes that have depth and widthAutomating EQs to create clarity between various sections of a songWorking with David GilmoreTo learn more about Matt Glasbey, visit: https://www.mattglasbey.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!


