On this episode the cast is joined by A Kidd to discuss brand loyalty. They answer questions such a are they loyal to any brands, what brand has the biggest fan base, and which brand is the most hated on. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product discounts and more. You can sign up for the …

On this episode of the Faders Up Podcast Czar is joined by Touchtone DSG to discuss gear they feel is underrated. They also discuss attending pro audio school, preferring simplistic plugins, and control surfaces. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product discounts and more. You can sign up …

The Faders Up Podcast is back for Season 5! In this episode Czar is joined by singer songwriter producer K Penny. They discuss her set up for recording vocals, the DAW she uses, why she purchased a Lauten Audio Eden, and more. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product discounts and more. Yo…

In the season 4 finale the discuss what company they think will make the biggest noise in 2024. They also reflect on 2023 and what they are looking for forward to in 2024. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product discounts and more. You can sign up for the mailing list at http://eepurl.com…

In this episode the hosts discuss Spotify changing their payout rates, Universal Audio makes Luna free, and Ableton has a price drop on the Push 3. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product discounts and more. You can sign up for the mailing list at http://eepurl.com/hzwW4f As usual this ep…

In this episode the hosts discuss Universal Audio now selling plugins for Waves prices. They also discuss the new open format called daw project, and their thoughts about Apple owning Logic. Oshay shares an interesting way to cancel all our subscription services, but Czar does not agree. Desiree give Ableton the middle finger for the cost of the Pu…

In this episode the hosts discuss analog summing, and if they think its as popular as it was a decade and a half ago. With Oshay out they get help from Byron Morrow, a Nashville music producer and bass player, who like Czar, analog sums with a Dangerous D-box. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveawa…

In this episode the hosts discuss Ed Sheeran winning his lawsuit against the estate of Ed Townsend, the co writer of Marvin's Gaye's classic record Lets Get It On. The lawsuit stated that key elements from Ed Sheeran hit song Thinking Out Loud was taken from Lets Get It On. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share up…

In this episode the guests are joined by music producer Michael Gates to discuss buyers remorse. Gear and plugins they regret buying. They also discuss other topics such as Waves doing a 360 on subscription only plans, the future of NAMM, and more. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product …

In this episode the hosts discuss working a full time job while working in pro audio. They discuss finding time to complete projects while working a full time job. If they feel their full time job gets in the way, if they've ever called in on their full time job to take a pro audio job, and more. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this m…

In this episode the hosts discuss knowing when to pivot. As the new year starts it may be time to reevaluate some things and decide if it's time to pivot. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product discounts and more. You can sign up for the mailing list at http://eepurl.com/hzwW4f As usual …

In the season 3 finale the host recap what they did in 2022 and what they look forward to in 2023. They also answer a listener question regarding their thoughts on analog summing. In who's been pushing faders up Czar discusses the two new Waves plugins Lil Tube and BB Tubes. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share u…

In this episode Desiree returns after her hiatus to help discuss a listener requested topic, what are some additional ways to earn money as an audio engineer. In who's been pushing up Czar discusses a new service called high note that allows you collaborate and comment on audio files in real time, you can check out high note out at this link https:…

In this episode the hosts discuss the pros and cons of being an artist and a producer, and to help with the discussion this episode features an artist and producer, Plaid Brixx. In the episode Plaid Brixx answers questions such as what him decide to do both? Is there one he likes better, being an artist or producing, and how he deals with more cont…

In this episodes the hosts are joined by singer songwriter Cherell Terri to discuss songwriting. In the episode Cherell discusses how important it is to have your own set up, how she got started doing live songwriting sessions on IG, what her process is after she finishes writing a song. In who's been pushing up faders up, Czar talks about recent r…

In this episode the hosts are joined by Will Santos from Gold Mind Studios to discuss things they've learned after doing pro audio for several years. Will and Czar also discuss how NAMM 2022 was for them in Anaheim, as the event was back in person for the first time since 2020. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to shar…

In this episode the hosts are joined by Sci-fy to discuss whats on their mixbus. From software to hardware find out whats everyone using. In who's been pushing faders up Czar reveals he's reviewed the Kit Plugins BB Mo-q, and is currently reviewing the United UT twin 87. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updat…

In this episode the hosts discuss different subscription services and if they think its a good deal or not, and they discuss the recent announcement from Avid about new Pro Tools Tiers. In who's been pushing faders up Desiree talks about her new IK multimedia Irig pro I/O, Czar talk a mic he reviewed, the Fulaim WL1, There is now a mailing list. We…

In this episode the hosts discuss if they watch the Grammy's or not, and why. This topic came from an article from Variety stating that TV ratings for the 2022 Grammy's hit a record low. The hosts also discuss the launch of Universal Audio Spark, a subscription bundle of native plugins from the previously "DSP only" plugin provider. In whose been p…

Can you believe this is episode 50 of the Faders Up Podcast! Check the facebook group for a giveaway celebrating 50 episodes. In this episode the hosts discuss Snoop buying Death Row Records, Kanye West stem player, update to Behringer free daw, and more. In whose been pushing faders up, Desiree reveals that she has received her Roland SP 404 mkii,…

In this episode the hosts discuss a listener requested topic, managing client expectations. They answer questions such as why is important to manage expectations, a time everyone failed to mange expectations, and should expectations come with a written agreement. In who's been pushing faders up, Desiree reveals she has ordered her Roland SP 404 mk …

In this episode the hosts discuss what does industry standard mean. They answer questions such as what are some gear and plugins that are industry standard, do you need industry standard gear to make good music, and should you care about industry standard. we want to share how you have been pushing faders up. Let us know how you've been pushing fad…

In this episode we have our first listener requested topic, leveling up your workflow. We answer questions such as what does leveling up mean, when should level up your workflow, and what motivates you to level up your workflow. we want to share how you have been pushing faders up. Let us know how you've been pushing faders up and we will share it …

Season 3 has begun, it's been a long time, we shouldn't have left you, without a dope pod to step to. In this episode we give our 2022 pro audio predictions. In announcements Pat has decided to leave the podcast and focus on things he has going on. And in Season 3 we want to do some topics requested by listeners. So if you have a topic you want dis…

In this episode the hosts recap their 2021, announce the winner of the giveaway, answer a listener question, discuss their thoughts on Bone Thugs vs Three Six Mafia versuz prior to it happening, and discuss what they are looking forward to in 2022. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product …

In this episode the hosts, minus Oshay, discuss times they have had to fake it until they made it. Return as a guest co host is Nashville Music Producer Sci-fy. There is also a discuss on the new M1 Macs from Apple as Sci-fy announces that he's purchased on in Who's Been Pushing Faders Up. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing …

In this episode the host discuss the life of R&B star Aaliyah as her music has become available on streaming platforms. Aaliyah Dana Haughton, known widely as Aaliyah, was an American singer, actress, dancer, and model. She has been credited for helping to redefine contemporary R&B, pop and hip hop, earning her the nicknames the "Princess of R&B" a…

In this episode the hosts discuss what success looks like to them. They answer questions such do they think they are successful, how would not reaching the major success effect them, and how their peers success affects them. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product discounts and more. You …

In this episode the hosts are joined by Clint form Clint Music to discuss the world of sync. Anthony Clint Jr. is a producer who has worked with Grammy-nominated artists such as Tamar Braxton, Case, and Tiyon “TC” Christian. He’s also had a lot of success in the TV & film world having music placed in productions such as Keeping Up With The Kardashi…

In this episode the hosts discuss an episode of the Netflix docuseries, This is Pop, episode 2, titled Auto-tune, where T-pain reveals that Usher told him he ruined music. So we discuss our thoughts on if T-pain ruined music and the use of auto tune in the industry today. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share upda…

In this episode the hosts discuss dealing with burnout. They answer questions such as what is burnout to them, how to do you know you're burnt out, how to prevent burnout, and more. In who's been pushing faders up, Oshay completes his Ebook, Czar reveals new gear he's purchased, Desiree posted a performance video, and Pat teases an upcoming announc…

In this episode the hosts are joined by Josh Estock the North American Director of Focal Professional. Josh explains what makes Focal different from other speaker manufactures, why Focal monitors have auto standby, why are subwoofers so expensive, and why the Focal Stellia headphones cost $3,000. In who's been pushing faders up, Oshay has been cata…

In this episode the hosts discuss the role of the modern music producer. They answer questions such as what is a music producer? Whats the difference in a beat maker and music producer? Does genre determine a music producers role? And more. There is now a mailing list. We will be using this mailing list to share updates, giveaways, product discount…

In this episode the hosts are joined by Will Santos of Goldmind studios to discuss an interesting question. Is buying gear addictive? In Who's Been Pushing Faders Up, Desiree has her eye on a product from DJ tech tools, Czar received his Barefoot Footprint 02's, shows off the Sandhill Audio 6019A ribbon mic, and shares how he's been using RipX. Osh…

In this episode the hosts, minus Pat, discuss new products that were recently announced from SSL, Apogee, and Softube. SSL announced the UC1, a hardware controller for the new SSL channel strip 2 and bus compressor 2. Softube announced Tape Echoes, a vintage tube delay, and Apogee announced the Duet 3. The new version to the popular handheld audio …

In this episode the hosts are joined by Shawn Dealey of Sweetwater Studios to discuss live sound and Sweetwater studios. Everyone knows Sweetwater, but not many know about Sweetwater Studios. Along with being one of the top retailers for pro audio in the country, Sweetwater has 3 state of the art recording studios on the Sweetwater Campus. In our d…

In this episode the hosts welcome producer Sci-fy back to discuss how they deal with being a relationship and working in pro audio. In Who's Been Pushing Faders Up. Desiree spent half a day labeling files, Czar is still looking for new monitors, Oshay bought a DJ controller and the Output bundle, Pat working on a new single, and Sci-fy shared a son…

In this episode the hosts have an unscripted discussion which turns into the question.......is using loops cheating? Everyone gives thoughts on the use of loops in todays music production. As usual this episode will be posted in the Facebook Group for discussion, Faders Up Podcast. Follow the hosts, guest, and podcast on Instagram - FadersUpPodcast…

In this episode the hosts reflect on the life and career of DMX (1970-2021). They discuss some of his accomplishments like having 2 albums debut at 1 and go platinum in the same year, which was Its Dark and Hell is Hot, and Flesh of my Flesh, Blood of my Blood, which both were released in 1998. DMX first 5 albums debuted at #1 on billboard charts. …

On this episode the hosts are joined by Jill Courtney (J Creative Multimedia) to discuss recording studio ownership and management. Jill has managed and owned multiple recording studios in NYC and Nashville. She answers questions about how music row in Nashville has changed over the years, the difference in managing a commercial studio and project …

In this episode the hosts discuss the Izotope and Native Instruments merger and make their predictions on what this means for pro audio. As well what the new product would be and when they think we will see it. Also an announcement is made that they will be going live on instagram randomly having conversations about pro audio and beyond. In the seg…

On this episode the hosts are joined by Mimi and Muziqueen to discuss everything about clearing samples. The duo answer questions such as what are the steps to clear a sample, how long it takes to clear a sample, how to find the owners of a sample, and more. If you've ever been interested in how clearing samples work you will definitely learn a lot…

In this episode the hosts discuss the passing of Rupert Neve, and what he meant to pro audio, and the announcement of Summer NAMM 2021 being held in Nashville as a in person event. Rupert Neve was 94 years old, among remaining relevant over so many decades, here is some more info on the icon, the legend, Rupert Neve. Rupert Neve Life Born In the UK…

In this episode the hosts discuss whats it been like working in pro audio one year into the pandemic in what is now being called the new normal. They discuss whats been good for them during the pandemic as well as what they miss from before the pandemic. Other questions discussed, has the pandemic been good for the music industry? And has the pande…

Faders Up Podcast is back! Season 2 is finally here. In this episode we discuss some news topics that have been going on, starting with NAMM 2021 going virtual. NAMM 2021 virtual event has been rebranded as Believe In Music Week. I don't know how long registration will be open for but you can check that out here https://attend.believeinmusic.tv/ Ji…

As we prepare for season 2, I wanted to drop a bonus episode for everyone. This is a recap of all the bloopers and LOL moments from season 1. Be sure to reach out and let us know what are some of your favorite moments from season 1. As usual this episode will be posted in the Facebook Group for discussion, Faders Up Podcast. Follow the hosts, guest…

In the season finale of season 1 of the Faders Up Podcast, the host ask each other random pro audio questions. In the news segment they discuss new releases in pro audio, the Shure mv7, Universal Audio Luna 1.1, and Waves 12. And as stated in the episode this is the last live episode of 2020. But don't worry. There will be bonus episodes as we prep…

In this episode the hosts are joined by artist management company Capitol Minds, the managers for artist such as Deuce, Virghost, and Ratche2x. They answer questions such as when an artist should look for a manager, what makes them different from other management companies, and how artist managers get paid. You can find out more about Capitol Minds…

In this episode Czar and Oshay are joined by B Vaughn from We Create Music TV. They discuss diversifying your skill set, any questions such as what skillset do you want to learn next, and what skillset did you learn that wasn't for you. In the new segment they give their thoughts on new products such as the Native Instruments Machine plus, Telefunk…

In this episode the hosts welcome Robb Wenner from Auralex. They discuss Robb's background in post production for TV and film, and a lengthy discussion on acoustic treatment for your room. We discuss can you mix in a untreated room, does acoustic treatment differ for recording and mixing rooms, DIY acoustic treatment vs buying from a company like A…