Best Justin Colletti Podcasts (2024)

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I'm a Mastering Engineer. Ask Me Anything. 1:30:13

6d ago1:30:13

1:30:13

Mastering engineer Justin Colletti answers your questions about mixing and music production in this livestream Q&A. ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►✅Bec…

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What Makes this Mix Great? Tame Impala: "The Less I Know The Better" 40:55

17d ago40:55

40:55

What makes this mix great? Justin Colletti analyzes the mix, production and arrangement for Tame Impala's "The Less I Know The Better". ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringD…

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Mastering the Car Check: How to Get Great Mixes Everywhere 34:12

1M ago34:12

34:12

Why does your mix sound OK in the studio, but terrible in the car? ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►✅Become a channel member here: https://www.youtube.co…

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Mix Breakdown: Soundgarden "Black Hole Sun" 59:54

2M ago59:54

59:54

What makes this mix great? Justin Colletti analyzes the mix, production and arrangement for Soundgarden's "Black Hole Sun". Check out all courses here: ►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Mastering Demystified: https:/…

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Mix Breakdown: Britney Spears "Toxic" 57:44

2M ago57:44

57:44

Justin Colletti analyzes the mix, production and arrangement for Britney Spears' smash hit "Toxic" to show what makes it work so brilliantly well. Check out all courses here: ►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Masteri…

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Best New Audio Gear of 2024: NAMM Edition 54:30

2M ago54:30

54:30

Justin Colletti shares his picks for the best new pro audio and music gear for the studio from NAMM 2024. Includes headphones, microphones, plugins, hardware and more. Check out all courses here: ►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreak…

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Mix Breakdown: Pharrell Williams "Happy" 49:41

3M ago49:41

49:41

Justin Colletti analyzes the "bad" mix for Pharrell Williams "Happy" to show what makes it great. Check out all courses here: ►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com…

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What (Almost) Everyone Gets Wrong About Sampling Rates 49:38

3M ago49:38

49:38

There's a big misconception about how sampling rate works in audio. And we're going to put it to rest. Justin Colletti exposes the most pernicious myth about sample rate: That with too few samples, the shape of the original waveform can be misrepresented. Sine waves could turn into triangle or sawtooth waves if you tried to "draw" them using too fe…

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Why Your Mix Sounds OK, But FEELS WRONG. 41:42

4M ago41:42

41:42

How good your mix "sounds" doesn't matter if it doesn't FEEL right. The #1 way to get mixes to feel better is to correctly identify the rhythmic "micro hooks" in any given section. The word "hook" can mean a lot of things in music. Here, we are not necessarily talking about the "hook" in the sense of the "chorus" of the song. We're talking about "m…

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Mixing Masterclass with Jeff Ellis [Doja Cat, d4Vd, Frank Ocean] 1:08:51

4M ago1:08:51

1:08:51

GRAMMY-Winning mixer Jeff Ellis has worked with the likes of Doja Cat, d4vd, Frank Ocean, The Neighbourhood and many more. In today's MixCon Masterclass he'll talk about his approach to mixing, and especially how to avoid what he calls "Mixer Brain" and the "Mixing Death Spiral". Big thanks to Kali Audio for helping make this one free to the public…

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MixCon Q&A and Interviw with Joel Hamilton [Tom Waits, Black Keys, Highly Suspect, Sparklehorse] 50:36

4M ago50:36

50:36

We asked your questions of producer and mix engineer Joel Hamilton after his MixCon masterclass. Check out the main presentation here: https://youtu.be/ysaqkNmMgSc Big thanks to Plugin Alliance for helping make this one free to the public. Try out anything they make for free at https://plugin-alliance.com Enter to win more than $10k in free gear in…

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MixCon Q&A with GRAMMY-Winning Mixer Nic Hard 1:02:38

5M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

Nic Hard answers your questions about his MixCon masterclass and approach to mixing. Check out the main presentation here: https://youtu.be/bNQkbY7A9XY Big thanks to Sonarworks for helping make this one free to the public. Try out anything they make for free at https://sonarworks.com Enter to win more than $10k in free gear in the MixCon Mega Givea…

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MixCon Q&A with GRAMMY-Winning Mastering Engineers of Lurssen Mastering 1:25:17

6M ago1:25:17

1:25:17

We asked questions of Gavin Lurssen and Reuben Cohen about their MixCon masterclass and approach to mastering Catch the full masterclass here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xzjLjXlcCo Big thanks to Audeze for helping make this one free to the public. Try out anything they make for free at https://audeze.com Enter to win more than $10k in free ge…

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MixCon Q&A with Sylvia Massy [Tool, Johnny Cash, Red Hot Chili Peppers] 1:10:08

6M ago1:10:08

1:10:08

We asked Sylvia Massy your questions after her MixCon Masterclass. Sylvia has worked with Tool, System of a Down, RHCP, Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, Jason Isbell an more. Catch the full masterclass here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1Ai-4SoIIg Thanks to Soundtoys https://Soundtoys.com Enter the MixCon Mega Giveaway here: https://delicious-audio.com/…

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How to EQ EVERYTHING: A FREE Comprehensive Guide 1:10:11

6M ago1:10:11

1:10:11

Want to know how to EQ Drums? And Bass? And Vocals? And Guitars? And Pianos? And, well... EVERYTHING? Justin Colletti gives the answers in this episode. Discover a groundbreaking new EQ system, designed to elevate your entire mix—even if you have no experience! Learn more: https://EQBreakthroughs.com Check out the plugin giveaway mentioned in the v…

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Joel Wanasek Interview: Rediscovering Analog, Mastering Yourself & Ignoring Bad Advice 2:07:52

7M ago2:07:52

2:07:52

Joel Wanasek of URM Academy and Nail The Mix visits the SonicScoop Podcast to talk to Justin Colletti this week. Joel is a high caliber mixing engineer with major credits from metal to pop. In recent years, Joel has rediscovered the allure of analog after years of doing great work on primarily digital platforms. We’ll also talk also talk about his…

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Chris Selim Interview: Studio Moves That Matter, Best DAWs, Faith and Music 2:01:53

7M ago2:01:53

2:01:53

Chris Selim of @mixdownonline visits the SonicScoop Podcast to talk to Justin Colletti about scaling down his studio intentionally, creative ways of making an income in music and sound, and the intersection of music and faith. ►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Ma…

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The Best Headphones for Mixing and Mastering (ALL Models Compared) 50:11

8M ago50:11

50:11

Justin Colletti reviews the top pro level headphones for mixing and mastering, focusing on open back models from brands like Audeze, Neumann, Focal, Beyerdynamic, Sennheiser, Sony, Focal, Steven Slate, Shure, Audio Technica and more. Article Version with links to all headphones : https://sonicscoop.com/best-headphones-for-mixing-and-mastering-the-u…

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Venus Theory Interview: The Present and Future of Music Production 1:41:37

9M ago1:41:37

1:41:37

Cameron of VenusTheory visits the SonicScoop Podcast to talk to Justin Colletti about the realities of producing and releasing music today. Join for a wide ranging discussion on everything from A.I. to music discovery algorithms and new tools and strategies to leading a creative life. ►Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►C…

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Music Production & Mixing Channels RANKED: Best and Worst? 1:39:27

10M ago1:39:27

1:39:27

What are the best places to learn mixing and music production...or just to be entertained? Justin Colletti ranks his favorites and takes your nominees. ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthr…

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Soundproofing Small Studios: The Essential Guide 44:37

10M ago44:37

44:37

What's the best way to go about soundproofing a room? It is more involved than some realize. The principles are simple. But the reality isn't always easy to hear. Justin Colletti dives into the details. ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Compress…

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The Controversy Around Dolby Atmos: Hype Vs. Hate 54:03

10M ago54:03

54:03

Coverage of Dolby Atmos has be characterized by one of two things: Hype or Hatred. Are there real benefits to the format? Is it just a fad? Or is it a danger to independent musicians and producers? Justin Colletti dives deep. ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/so…

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What Does a Music Producer REALLY Do? 47:17

10M ago47:17

47:17

Are you a producer? I mean, REALLY a producer? If you're looking to hire one, what should you look for? Here's what a producer is and does... and who's just faking. ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compre…

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Soft Skills for Producers, Engineers & Musicians, Or: "How To Win Fans and Influence Gatekeepers" 1:17:52

11M ago1:17:52

1:17:52

Your technical skills as a producer or engineer are only half the equation... Or maybe less than that! ►Get the book mentioned in the video: https://amz.run/6lHq ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressi…

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Audio Engineer Salaries & Jobs in 2023: How and Where Do They Make Their Money? 1:02:20

11M ago1:02:20

1:02:20

How much do audio engineers and music producers earn in 2023? Where are the jobs and how much do they pay? Justin Colletti dives into the data. ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.co…

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The Ultimate Guide to FINISHING the MIX 52:26

11M ago52:26

52:26

How can you tell when your mix is finished? How do you know it's good enough? Justin Colletti shares his take. ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here…

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How Long Does it Take? (To MIX like a Pro?) 55:28

11M ago55:28

55:28

How long does it take to get really GOOD at mixing music? How about producing or recording? Justin Colletti gives his take. ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Dem…

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Why Audio Gear Advice SUCKS. (A Buyer's Guide) 54:18

12M ago54:18

54:18

Justin Colletti share how you can avoid the pitfalls of buying the wrong gear and falling for awful, awful gear advice. ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demysti…

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BEST of NAMM 2023 (Audio Nerds ONLY.) 58:10

1y ago58:10

58:10

Justin Colletti goes over his favorite new gear from NAMM 2023, and some key insights on how the show has changed. ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified …

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Thriving in Music With Hearing Damage: How to Beat Tinnitus & Hearing Loss (w Jack Rubinacci) 1:50:58

1y ago1:50:58

1:50:58

Justin Colletti and special guest Jack Rubinacci talk about how to overcome tinnitus and hearing loss so that you can thrive as a musician, producer or engineer in the studio and on stage. ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Compression Breakthrou…

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Top 10 Ways To Get Better at Mixing, Faster 1:06:45

1y ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Justin Colletti shares the top 10 ways you can dramatically speed up your progress in mixing. ►Get the Lauten LS-208 Mic used in this video for $50 off here: https://bit.ly/lauten208-50off ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonic-scoop ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Compression Breakthrou…

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10 Weird Things Your Studio Needs 59:53

1y ago59:53

59:53

Justin Colletti shares the top 10 items you need in our studio that you might not have thought of. ►Get the Lauten LS-208 Mic used in this video for $50 off here: https://bit.ly/lauten208-50off ►Get FREE plugins that run on your GPU: https://gpu.audio/sonicscoop ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Compression Breakt…

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Rick Rubin's Top 10 Insights for Music Producers (...Read between the lines.) 52:49

1y ago52:49

52:49

Rick Rubin is one of the most successful music producers in the history of modern music. He's been talking a lot about his approach in recent interviews, and his book The Creative Act. But there's a LOT he leaves out. Justin Colletti has gone through the book and tens of hours of interviews to read between the lines and share the advice that Rubin …

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How to Get Your Music Heard on YouTube 1:07:19

1y ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Want to get your music discovered and actually heard on YouTube? Justin Colletti shares the top 4 tips that will get the algorithm to pick up your music so you can gain real world fans. ►Become a Member and get custom feedback on your mixes, music and channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqEKv3KIZoZrjv2LymD3iMg/join ►Get Compression Breakthrou…

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All the WEIRD Compressor Controls You Never Figured Out. 1:21:24

1y ago1:21:24

1:21:24

Do you REALLY know what your Knee control does and how you should use it? How about Compressor Link, Feed Forward, Key, Sidechain & Release Hysteresis? Want to go deeper? Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://M…

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The Ultimate Guide to Studio Monitors (...How to pick the PERFECT speakers for your studio.) 50:17

1y ago50:17

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Should you upgrade your speakers? Justin Colletti gives you all you need to know to make the right decisions in upgrading your studio's monitors. ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com …

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Meters Made Simple (See Your Sound, Better.) 43:17

1y ago43:17

43:17

A masterclass in meters! What can your meters tell you about your mix and how to improve it? Can they guide you to better sounds? Justin Colletti tells you everything you need to know. ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified …

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The Secrets to Getting Your Mixes to Translate, Everywhere, Everytime 58:33

1+ y ago58:33

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Why do your mixes sound OK in your studio, and fall flat everywhere else? Can you get great mixes, even in compromised rooms, or if you're mixing on headphones? Here are the answers. Justin Colletti distills down into the major keys to making your mixes work, no matter where you mix, or where your mixes go. ►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: http…

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5 Lazy Habits That Are Quietly Killing Your Mixes. 32:16

1+ y ago32:16

32:16

Let's face it: We're all lazy sometimes. But Justin Colletti wants you to harness your lazy instincts for good instead of getting your mixes quietly killed by them. When you put first things first, and front load some of your effort, the whole mixing process becomes so much faster, easier, more effective, and more FUN. Thanks to GPU Audio for spons…

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Top 10 Reasons You Don't Have a Music Career (…Here's What's Holding You Back in Music and Audio.) 1:00:02

1+ y ago1:00:02

1:00:02

Justin Colletti shares the 10 bad habits that are holding you back, and keeping you from "going pro" in music and sound. Borrowing from insights from the field of neuroscience, as well as age-old wisdom, get ready for a podcast episode that will shake you to your bones, break you down and build you back up. For 2023, this podcast is switching to a …

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Mixing Q&A with GRAMMY-Winning Mixer Chris Tabron [Beyoncé, The Strokes, Erykah Badu, Rick Rubin] 58:09

1+ y ago58:09

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Chris Tabron is a 2 x GRAMMY award-winning and multi-platinum record producer and mixer known for his work with Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Mary J. Blige, The Strokes, Battles and Erykah Badu. More recently, his work as an additional producer and mixer was recognized at the 63rd GRAMMY awards for The Strokes recording, The New Abnormal, which won Best Ro…

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Mixing Q&A with Multi-Platinum Mixer Ronald Prent [Rammstein, Depeche Mode, Celine Dion, Def Leppard, Manowar] 50:24

1+ y ago50:24

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Ronald Prent is an accomplished and innovative mixer with over 40 years of experience. He has worked in rock, pop, metal and classical, and has been a pioneer of multi-channel formats. His long list of clients includes Celine Dion, Simple Minds, Freddie Mercury, Dire Straits, The Police, Rammstein, The Scorpions, Elton John, Tina Turner, Queensrych…

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Mixing Q&A with Diamond-Selling Mixer Richard Furch [Prince, Jay-Z, Frank Ocean, The Weeknd] 1:10:51

1+ y ago1:10:51

1:10:51

Diamond-selling mix engineer Richard Furch walked us through an international pop mix in this MixCon Masterclass. First, he showed off his approach to pop vocals, drums and more in stereo before diving into Atmos. Now, hear his answers to the most popular questions asked of him. At the start of his career, Richard Furch was part of some of the semi…

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Mixing Masterclass with Joe Chiccarelli [Beck, U2, The White Stripes, The Killers, Morrissey] 1:07:19

1+ y ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Joe Chiccarelli is a ten-time Grammy-winning producer/engineer/mixer whose credits include Beck, U2, The White Stripes, The Strokes, The Killers, Elton John, Morrissey, Jason Mraz and more. In this week's podcast episode, Hear the live Q&A from Joe's MixCon Masterclass, where he walks us through his approach to mixing, with a special emphasis on ta…

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Mixing Q&A with Catherine Marks [St. Vincent, Foals, The Killers, Interpol, Wolf Alice] 56:15

1+ y ago56:15

56:15

We asked your questions of producer, engineer and mixer Catherine Marks following her MixCon masterclass. Catherine’s credits include Manchester Orchestra, Alanis Morrisette, Wolf Alice, St. Vincent, Local Natives, Interpol, PJ Harvey, Kanye West and many more. Check out her full masterclass here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0GEKw9cf-8 Big tha…

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"Beat a Grammy-Winning Mixer with Stock Plugins??" Ask Me Anything! MixCon Q&A Episode with Justin Colletti 1:43:57

1+ y ago1:43:57

1:43:57

Recently on the SonicScoop YouTube channel, Justin Colletti did a mix shootout with a platinum-selling, Grammy-winning mixer to see if he could do just as well using nothing but stock plugins in his DAW! A crazy experiment? Maybe, but the results were revealing, and not what everyone expected. After the session Justin hosted a live Q&A as part of M…

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Top 3 Reasons Your Low End SUCKS (...And what to do about it.) 34:38

1+ y ago34:38

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Fix your bottom end! The low end in your mix is both the hardest part to get right, AND the most important part to get right. Here's what's holding you back. And what you can do about it. In this episode of the podcast Justin Colletti offers his take on the three things that mess up low end on mixes and what you can do differently for powerful, coh…

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Top 5 Hip Hop Mixing Mistakes (...This is why your beats don't bang.) 25:36

1+ y ago25:36

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Fix your bottom end! The low end in your mix is both the hardest part to get right, AND the most important part to get right. Here's what's holding you back, and what you can do about it. In this episode of the podcast Justin Colletti offers his take on the three things that mess up low end on mixes and what you can do differently for powerful, coh…

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Top 10 Rock Mixing Mistakes (...Why your tracks don't sound badass.) 52:22

1+ y ago52:22

52:22

There are secret norms and unwritten rules to making rock records sound like rock records. If you want powerful, impressive, inspiring rock sounds, Justin Colletti has the answers...and the pitfalls to avoid. Whether it's hard rock, punk, metal, grunge, thrash, classic rock, grindcore, post-rock, post-punk, garage rock revival or just heavy music i…

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Which Effects Should Come FIRST in Mixing? 30:43

1+ y ago30:43

30:43

Should your EQ come before your compressor or after? Should your compressor go after your saturator or before? There are so many different orders you could put your effects in. Which are best and why? And how are you supposed to remember them all? Justin Colletti gives you the principles and concepts you need to get this right every time. Thanks to…

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