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Join mix engineers Ben Wallick and Carl Bahner as they team up to discuss the real-world trials and triumphs of music production. Tactical advice on skill development, mixing mindsets, personal branding, and achieving work-life rhythm in an evolving industry. The motivation and strategic insights you need to build your dream creative career in music and audio. Fresh episodes every week.

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Recent Guests

Philip Weinrobe
Music producer and engineer
Episode: #228 - Philip Weinrobe Part 2 - Trust and Authenticity in Music Production
Dave McNair
Mastering Legend with extensive experience in the music industry.
Episode: #221 - Dave McNair Part 2 - The Lifelong Learner's Guide to Mastering
Dana Nielsen
Grammy-nominated mixer, engineer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist
Episode: #218 - Dana Nielsen Part 1 - The Art of Studio Diplomacy
Nick Nagurka
Engineer and mixer based in Traverse City, Michigan
Theo Katzman's Cinnamon Ranch Studio
Episode: #216 - Nick Nagurka Part 1 - Capturing Magical Moments (Live in the Room)
Carl Bahner
Music producer, mixer, and problem solver based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Episode: Reissue: #058 with Carl Bahner - Forging a Creative Path in Production
Matt Huber
Los Angeles-based mixing engineer known for competitive pop mixes, collaborator with Boys Like Girls, Joan, and Tove Lo.
Episode: Secret Sonics 191 - Matt Huber - The Hyper-Focused Mixing Engineer

Hosts

Ben Wallick
Host and co-host known for insightful discussions on music production and engineering topics. He brings extensive experience in both technical and creative aspects of audio.
Carl Bahner
Co-host with extensive knowledge in the music industry, contributing to discussions about client relationships and personal insights into the production process.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Awesome show

    Such a great show! Ben and Carl always have fun, informative, and insightful conversations that have helped me become a better engineer and studio owner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Piercemj
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Been listening to Ben and his show for a few months and it’s super cool, the tips and insights on the music industry it’s great, definitely one of my top shows

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ericx lee
    Mexico3 years ago
  • Absolutely love this show!

    Some of my favorite conversations happening in the music pod space right now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fairwaymiss
    United States3 years ago
  • Episode 15 — Thomas Weathers (transcipt)

    T: "Hi, thanks for having me on! So, I come from like a musical family who like, like, like, yeah so like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like,and it was like, like, like, like, instead of like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, and then like, like, like, like, like, like, so I was like, like, like, like, but that was like, like, like, like, so like, like, like, I like, like, like, like..."

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Christopher Amott
    Sweden4 years ago
  • Like I was like you know like

    I can’t understand a word anyone says on this podcast. There’s like the word “like” 26000 times and then some other words. Incomprehensible.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Clownshoes3000
    Australia4 years ago

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#256 - The Subtle Art of Layering Percussion
Q: What's your go-to method for adding percussion elements to tracks?
Typically, I have an idea of what I want to add, then I look for a percussion part that matches the rhythm and adds deeper frequencies. I often trial different samples, manipulating them to fit the track's needs.
#251 - Context Context Context (Vocals Pt2)
Q: What do you think about balancing a lead vocal?
I generally like lead vocals to be on the louder side but also ensure the instrumental elements are present without overpowering them.
#251 - Context Context Context (Vocals Pt2)
Q: How do you approach mixing lead vocals versus backing vocals?
There's a lot more thought behind lead vocals compared to backing vocals. The lead vocal is usually more present in the mix and requires precise attention to detail in its processing.
#250 - Are We Making Vocals Too Perfect? (Pt1)
Q: Are there any particular things that, even when you want it to be quote unquote natural or raw or loose, there are still things that you have to fix because it just grates at your soul?
I definitely try to leave breaths in but adjust their gain or remove the ones that don't sound good.
#250 - Are We Making Vocals Too Perfect? (Pt1)
Q: Do you have a process that you really are more drawn to and why?
It really depends on what the artist is more comfortable doing.

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