Secret Sonics 191 - Matt Huber - The Hyper-Focused Mixing Engineer

Matt Huber is a mix engineer based out of LA, CA, USA! In our conversation Matt and I go deep on the following:

His journey from Arkansas to LA (via Nashville)
Delegation & scaling
Niching down
Atmos

His approach to mixing

Getting bright (but not harsh) vocals

Mixing into a limiter

Why he buys every single plugin

The quality of high vs. low track-count

Advice for those getting started

And so much more!

You can learn more about Matt at https://matthuber.co/

You can follow Matt on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/mattjhuber/

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Sauce Segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMXee-O4uj0

References:

Joan - https://www.instagram.com/songsbyjoan/
Soothe - https://oeksound.com/plugins/soothe2/
God Particle - https://cradle.app/product/the-god-particle/
AOM Invisible Limiter G3 - https://aom-factory.jp/products/invisible-limiter-g3/
Boys Like Girls - https://www.boyslikegirls.com/

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Secret Sonics 185 - Dave McNair - An Audiophile's Approach to Mastering

Dave McNair is a multiple Grammy Award-winning mastering engineer based out of Winston-Salem, NC, USA! In our conversation Dave and I go deep on the following:

His journey in audio and mastering
Why mastering engineers work so quickly
How bass and vocals are paramount in a mix
Mastering with mixing in mind and vice versa
Correcting a good mix made with bad monitoring
Dave’s journey in Hi-Fi
The relationship between Hi-Fi and pro audio
Moving the studio into his living room and his current set-up
When to go out of the box and when to stay put
Leaving lots of headroom out of the box
Staying healthy
Why you shouldn’t be afraid of failure
Work on music you like
Don’t give up

And so much more!

You can learn more about Dave at http://www.davemcnairmastering.com/styled-3/index.html

You can follow Dave on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/mcsnare/

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References:

Episode on the Attack and Release Show - https://attackandreleaseshow.fireside.fm/135

Scott Hull - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2023/4/30/secret-sonics-182-scott-hull-mastering-stellar-records

Acora Acoustics - https://www.acoraacoustics.com/
Snarky Puppy - https://open.spotify.com/album/6a1HtLhd3zNccXRNUZ23ge?si=5El4fyDoQAGrnG9zkzjq4Q
Charlie Hunter - https://open.spotify.com/album/1PU5pGYM7iglfvhAPkdCou?si=DX_7Q1--Qf2dKwonMk8l_w
Bob Schneider - https://open.spotify.com/album/2FGW9TD4aWhdSIo0oQx6qu?si=vzKKHxWCQHO6yX-iTZ0Gkg

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 180 - Lu Moreno - Having the Artist's Back

Luis "Lu" Moreno is a mixing and mastering engineer, the co-founder of In The Mix Studios, and the founder of MidSide Sound, based in LA, CA, USA! In our conversation Lu and I go deep on the following:

Work/life balance
Becoming an audio engineer
Creating community and being a "Go-Giver"
How Lu and Dee Kei met
Low end theory
It’s the ear, not the gear
Revisions
How he masters his own mixes
Monitoring
Pokemon cards as an incentive to grow
Prioritizing your relationships over your career

And so much more!

You can learn more about Lu at https://www.midsidesound.com/about-lu

You can follow Lu on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/masteredbylu/

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References:

Dee Kei Waddell - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/4/17/secret-sonics-141-dee-kei-waddell-the-way-of-the-mixer
Bob Horn - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2023/1/1/secret-sonics-172-bob-horn-perceptive-and-adaptive-mixing
The Go-Giver - https://amzn.to/3U2a8ZK
Sekou Bunch - https://www.tcelectronic.com/artists/artist.html?artistId=sekou-bunch#:~:text=Sekou%20Bunch%20is%20an%20accomplished,of%20music%20during%20his%20career.
Voice of God - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/special-processing/little-labs-voice-of-god.html
Strauss NF3 - http://www.strauss-electroacoustics.com/produkte-en/mastering-monitors/se-nf-3/se-nf-3
Beyerdynamic 770s - https://amzn.to/3JVR0I4

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You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

 
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-Ben

Secret Sonics 163 - Mikko Gordon - Establishing an Aesthetic

Mikko Gordon is a record producer, audio engineer, and mixing engineer based out of London, England, UK! In our chat, Mikko shares his story; from playing in bands to doubling down on the studio thing, meeting and working with Nigel Godrich, and working with some of today's biggest indie/alternative acts! We chat about finding artists he really wants to work with, establishing an aesthetic on a record, his philosophy on drum sounds, and being fast and fearless in the tracking stage. We also talk about mixing, reverb, working with The Smile, lessons from FOH, transitioning from a local scene to the global music scene, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Mikko at https://www.mikkogordon.com/

You can follow Mikko on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/mikkogordon/

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You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment here: "Octopus" by Island - https://youtu.be/XXYWEAwMwp8

References:

Nigel Godrich - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nigel_Godrich

Radiohead - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radiohead
Laura Bettinson - https://www.instagram.com/lau.ra.lau.ra.lau.ra/
Ultraista - https://www.instagram.com/ultraistamusic/
Island - https://www.instagram.com/islandislandisland/
Tim O'Sullivan - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/9/18/secret-sonics-158-tim-osullivan-fostering-inspiration-in-the-studio

The Smile - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Smile_(band)
Nigel on Hanging Out with Audiophiles - https://hangingoutwithaudiophiles.libsyn.com/howa-ep-100-nigel-godrich
Hackney Road Studios - http://www.hackney-road.com/
Tchad Blake - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tchad_Blake

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 149 - Kevin McCloskey - Perseverance in Audio

Kevin "Black Pearl" McCloskey is a mixing engineer and the owner of Black Pearl Studios and Bigger Mixes based out of Charlotte, NC, USA! In our conversation, Kevin tells his story - from playing drumline in marching band to studying audio, persevering and eventually opening a recording studio and working with the likes of DaBaby. He talks about getting efficient in the studio, what major labels really want from mixers, and how he's able to mix on headphones. He goes deep on his approach to mixing, taking care of himself, having goals outside of music, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Kevin at https://www.biggermixes.com/

You can follow Kevin on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/blackpearlmixedit/

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You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment here -
"Fallin' Off" by Tyler Loyal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gMduD4qYCs&ab_channel=TylerLoyal-Topic

***Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t

References:

Mark Eckert - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/5/31/secret-sonics-048-mark-eckert
DaBaby - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DaBaby
Beyerdynamic DT770s - https://amzn.to/3zOvO3F
Chris Graham - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/5/2/secret-sonics-095-chris-graham-helping-audio-people-in-his-own-unique-way
Knif EQ - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/knif_audio_soma.html
Ozone Maximizer - https://www.izotope.com/en/products/ozone/features/maximizer.html/
SSL Fusion Vintage Drive - https://store.solidstatelogic.com/plug-ins/ssl-fusion-vintage-drive-plug-in
Class A Mastering from Shadow Hills - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/shadow_hills_class_a_mastering_comp.html
Avid Lofi - https://www.avid.com/plugins/d-fi
Blackbox - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/black_box_analog_design_hg-2.html
Waves Smack Attack - https://www.waves.com/plugins/smack-attack-transient-shaper#drum-mixing-tricks-manipulate-pitch-and-attack

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 139 - Brian Bender - Leaning Into Authenticity

Brian Bender is a music producer, mixer, composer, and sound designer based out of LA, CA, USA! In our conversation, Brian shares his journey; coming up in NYC and working with the likes of Philip Glass and Russ Elevado, going freelance, and eventually making his way to LA. He goes deep on his mindsets when capturing bass, mixing, and working with artists and composers. He talks about working with Nate Smith, Dave Holland, and Kris Bowers. We also chat about the importance of timing (in performance, programming, and compression), fostering relationships, psychoacoustic, leaning into your own creative voice, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Brian at https://www.rainbowblonderecords.com/collective/brian

You can follow Brian on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/bdbender/

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You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment here -
"I Am a Man (Intro)" by Ben Williams - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZoLijWq3rs&ab_channel=BenWilliams-Topic

***Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t

References

Strong Songs interview - https://strongsongspodcast.com/episode/the-producers-philosophy-with-brian-bender

David Baker - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Baker_(composer)

Russ Elevado - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russell_Elevado
Rainbow Blonde Records - https://www.rainbowblonderecords.com/
Vance Powell - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/11/secret-sonics-092-vance-powell-capturing-the-magic
Dave Holland - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Holland
Nate Smith - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nate_Smith_(musician)

Brian's Desk - https://umproject.com/The-Motherbrain-1
Nicholas Di Lorenzo - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/17/secret-sonics-117-nicholas-di-lorenzo-pushing-boundaries-beyond-mastering
CC Custom Drums - https://www.candcdrumsusa.com/

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Thanks to Gavi Kutliroff for helping edit this episode!
You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co
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-Ben

Secret Sonics 130 - Sam Moses - Finishing Records

Sam Moses is a mastering engineer and the owner of Moses Mastering in Nashville, TN, USA! In his second episode on the podcast, Sam brings us up to date on his life; how a serious car crash forced him to accept help, embrace community, and not define his worth by his productivity. He shares insights on why saying no is often important, setting your own terms for the music you work on, podcasting, and his hot take on Dolby Atmos. We also go deep on his approach to mastering, the difference between mixing and mastering and how he can do both successfully and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Sam at https://www.mosesmastering.com/

You can follow Sam on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/mosesmastering/

***As I mentioned in this episode, Carl Bahner is giving away his Spotify algorithm course to listeners of the show. Go to https://www.carlbahner.com/coaching to learn more***


You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here - "Bad At Parties" by Helena Meyer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlJX-Z1J1PA&ab_channel=HelenaMayer-Topic

***Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

References

Sam’s first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-035-sam-moses
Steve Ornest - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/1/23/secret-sonics-129-steve-ornest-fostering-a-community-with-music
Ken Scott - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Scott
Mastering Pizza - https://amzn.to/3AKNsU0
Ep. of his podcast where they interview their wives - https://attackandreleaseshow.fireside.fm/108
“Atomic Habits” - https://amzn.to/3u9gTy3
Dolby Atmos - https://www.dolby.com/technologies/dolby-atmos/#gref
Helena Meyer - https://helenamayermusic.com/
Josh Zegan - https://www.instagram.com/joshzegan
OTT - https://splice.com/plugins/3788-ott-vst-au-by-xfer-records
Ratatat - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratatat


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Secret Sonics 123 - Damian Taylor - Music Production's Deep Thinker

Damian Taylor is a 7-time Grammy-nominated producer/mixer/engineer based out of LA, CA, USA! In our chat, Damian shares knowledge and insights from his vast career including the differences between music scenes across the globe, working with Bjork, gender inclusivity in our industry, and the importance of having a creative process. We go deep on his approach to staying creative and inspired, the importance of sleep, being in service of artists, fostering a life-long approach to learning, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Damian at https://www.damiantaylor.com/

You can follow Damian on Social Media
IG - https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/

***As I mentioned in this episode, Carl Bahner is giving away his Spotify algorithm course to listeners of the show. Go to https://www.carlbahner.com/coaching to learn more***


You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here - "Trial by Fire" by Odette - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUJLId_q_2w&ab_channel=ODETTEVEVO

I made a Spotify playlist of some of the records referenced here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xuAV6SgxUH3CeUPvteIne?si=4762f8802a294268

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

References

Travis Ference - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/26/secret-sonics-114-travis-ference-redefining-success-in-music
Unkle - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unkle
The Prodigy - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Prodigy
Bjork - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bj%C3%B6rk
Guy Sigsworth - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Sigsworth
The Complete Producer Network - https://www.completeproducer.net/
The Arcade Fire - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arcade_Fire
Sprawl 2 and Ready to Start Remixes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbB1N00UdIs&ab_channel=JamesMcCreesh and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehruYglx9LM&ab_channel=ArcadeFireTube
Odette - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odette_(musician)
Emily Lazar - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emily_Lazar
This is Your Brain on Music - https://amzn.to/3nYQb7P
Mix Accelerator - https://knowledge.completeproducer.pro/mapwaitlist
Timbaland - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timbaland
Jimmy Douglas - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Douglass
Damian’s Kit Page - https://kit.co/HereIsDamian
It’s All in Your Head - https://amzn.to/3D2b5aa
Morning Pages - https://juliacameronlive.com/basic-tools/morning-pages/
Franc Tetaz - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fran%C3%A7ois_T%C3%A9taz
Unfair Advantage (book) - https://amzn.to/3cTEVmX
Noah Kagan - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF2v8v8te3_u4xhIQ8tGy1g

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

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Secret Sonics 114 - Travis Ference - Redefining Success in Music

Travis Ference is a Grammy nominated mixer, producer, and recording engineer based out of LA, CA, USA. In our conversation Travis shared his journey; from studying at Berklee College of Music to working at Capitol Studios to going freelance and eventually niching into mixing. We go deep on his approach to mixing, clearing space for the vocal and getting amazing vocal tones. We also dig into his podcast, Progressions, how he was able to redefine success for himself, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Travis at https://www.travisference.com/

You can follow Travis on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/tference/

You can follow his podcast Progressions at https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Running from a Ghost" by Corey Britz - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkdzN7ceifs&ab_channel=CoreyBritz-Topic

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

If you'd like to help support Secret Sonics, you can do so by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/benwallick

References

Matt Boudreau - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/2/14/secret-sonics-084-matt-boudreau-sustaining-a-life-in-audio
Travis on WCA - https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-351-with-travis-ference/
Progressions - https://www.progressionspodcast.com/
Capitol Studios - https://www.capitolstudios.com/
Elliot Scheiner - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elliot_Scheiner
Matthew Gerrard - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Gerrard
Alex Da Kid - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_da_Kid
Shoshana Bean - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shoshana_Bean
Lo Fang - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lo-Fang
Carl Bahner - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/9/secret-sonics-058-carl-bahner
Essentialism - https://amzn.to/3kEImCq
Jesse Ray Ernster - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/8/29/secret-sonics-110-jesse-ray-ernster-going-all-in-on-his-dreams
Valhalla Vintage Verb - https://valhalladsp.com/shop/reverb/valhalla-vintage-verb/
SPX 90 - https://www.vintagedigital.com.au/yamaha-spx90-multi-effects-processor/#:~:text=The%20Yamaha%20SPX90%20is%20an,wide%20range%20of%20exciting%20effects.&text=The%20Yamaha%20SPX90%20is%20equipped,30%20outstanding%20preset%20effect%20programs.
Plugin Alliance SSL - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/bx_console_ssl_4000_e.html
Andrew Maury - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/18/secret-sonics-104-andrew-maury-mixing-with-intuition
Corey Britz - https://www.instagram.com/coreybritz/?hl=en
Bush - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bush_(British_band)

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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!

Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 103 - Pete Lyman - How to Cut a Record

Pete Lyman is a mastering engineer and the owner of Infrasonic Mastering based out of Nashville, TN, USA. Pete shares his journey from being a "punk-rock kid" to mastering some of today's top records. He goes deep on his approach to mastering, running a mastering house, vinyl cutting, loudness and gain-staging, moving to Nashville, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Pete at https://www.infrasonicsound.com/pete

You can follow Pete on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/plyman/

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

Join the Secret Sonics Facebook community here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsonics

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References

Justin Perkins - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/25/secret-sonics-094-justin-perkins-going-deep-with-mastering1956 Neumann AM-32B cutting lathe - https://www.robotlemon.com/juice/tag/1956+Neumann+AM-32B
Slayer’s "Reign in Blood" - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reign_in_Blood
Dead Kennedys' "Frankenchrist" - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankenchrist
Richard Simpson - https://www.rpmrecords.dk/blog/record-cutting-and-stereo-bass-for-vinyl/
Rupert Neve Master Buss Processor - https://rupertneve.com/products/master-buss-processor
Warren Huart interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py-Kns83ZPM&ab_channel=ProduceLikeAPro
Maselec MPL 2 - http://www.maselec.com/products/mpl-2/index.html
Access Analog - https://accessanalog.com/
Brandi Carlile - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brandi_Carlile
Chris Stapleton - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Stapleton
Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit - https://www.jasonisbell.com/
Dan Bacigalupi - https://www.infrasonicsound.com/daniel
Fabfilter - https://www.fabfilter.com/
UA 2500 - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/compressors-limiters/api-2500-bus-compressor.html
BX digital v2 EQ - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/bx_hybrid_v2.html
G clip - https://www.gvst.co.uk/gclip.htm
Vance Powell - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/11/secret-sonics-092-vance-powell-capturing-the-magic
PMC BB5 XPD - https://pmc-speakers.com/products/archive/archive/bb5-xbd
Trinnov System - https://www.trinnov.com/
Piper Payne - http://www.piperpayne.com/
Audeze LCD-X - https://www.audeze.com/products/lcd-x
Raelynn Janicke - https://www.infrasonicsound.com/raelynn
Dave Gardner - https://www.infrasonicsound.com/dave
Dave Cobb - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Cobb

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Secret Sonics 100 - Omer Karni - Deep Dive on Acoustic Treatment

Omer Karni is an acoustician and studio designer/builder. He is the owner of Omer K Acoustic Design based out of Tel Aviv, Israel! In this episode, Omer shared his story - from audio engineer to acoustic designer. He shares how he built his business, how he learned about acoustics by trial and error, his approach to treating a room so that mixes translate, working for companies such as Waves Audio and so much more! Check it out!

You can find out more about Omer and his work on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/omer.k.acoustics/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/omerkacoustics

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References

Room Modes - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Room_modes#:~:text=Room%20modes%20are%20the%20collection,dimensions%20or%20a%20divisor%20thereof.
Sam Moses - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-035-sam-moses
Elisa Pangsaeng - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/2/7/secret-sonics-083-elisa-pangsaeng-allowing-music-to-inspire-audio
Focal Clear - https://amzn.to/3vWyGqg
Waves Audio - https://www.waves.com/
Barefoot Micromain 27 - https://barefootsound.com/micromain27/
Tannoy Gold - https://www.tannoy.com/product.html?modelCode=P0C2C
Kali Audio - https://www.kaliaudio.com/
Vance Powell - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/11/secret-sonics-092-vance-powell-capturing-the-magic

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Secret Sonics 098 - Sean Mercer - Finding Magic in the Details

Sean Mercer is a music producer, musician, and audio/mixing engineer based out of Baltimore, MD, USA! In this episode, Sean shared his story - how he transitioned from playing in local bands to recording and producing their music as well for a host of other artists spanning many genres. We go deep on his approach to producing and mixing, particularly his approach to drums. We also talk about his work with songwriter Jackson Dean, communication with artists, and how to generously educate them about the production process and so much more! Check it out!

You can find out more about Sean at https://www.seanmerceraudio.com/

You can find Sean on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/sacred_bacon/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Golden Calf" by Yo No Say - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdU4B22YAyo&ab_channel=MagicMirrorMusic

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References

Mat Leffler-Schulman - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/3/14/secret-sonics-088-mat-leffler-schulman-building-a-life-around-music-and-audio
Jackson Dean - https://www.instagram.com/thejacksondean/?hl=en
Jackson Dean National Anthem - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecdW0RY9nBM&ab_channel=JacksonDean
Jeff Waters - https://www.instagram.com/jeffinbmore/?hl=en
Music at Emmanuel - Live Church recordings - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgtOhNpd90gnb0UL7Vz5iwaj4tu07gsH0
Line Audio Mics - http://www.lineaudio.se/
Weiss Maximizer - https://www.softube.com/mm-1
EV 635A Microphone - https://products.electrovoice.com/na/en/635a/
Fabfilter Saturn - https://www.fabfilter.com/products/saturn-2-multiband-distortion-saturation-plug-in
Soundtoys - https://www.soundtoys.com/
Space Echo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roland_RE-201

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Secret Sonics 095 - Chris Graham - Helping Audio People in His Own Unique Way

Chris Graham is a mastering engineer and the owner of Chris Graham Mastering in Columbus, OH, USA! He's also the founder of Bounce Butler and the co-host of the Six Figure Home Studio Podcast. In this episode, Chris shared his journey from musician to mastering engineer and his unique approach to building his business. We talked about how he's able to master using a laptop and headphones, why outboard gear is no longer necessary and we also talked about mental health and how he's trying to grow from his past experiences. Check it out!

You can find out more about Chris at the following places -

Business coaching - https://chrisgrahamcoaching.com/

Bounce Butler - https://www.bouncebutler.com/

Mastering - https://www.chrisgrahammastering.com/

Podcast - https://www.thesixfigurehomestudio.com/podcast/

You can find Chris on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/chris_graham/

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Join the Secret Sonics Facebook community here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsonics

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References

Fischer 400 amplifier - https://classicreceivers.com/fisher-400
Songs in the Key of Life - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songs_in_the_Key_of_Life
Bob Ludwig - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Ludwig
Brian Hood - https://456recordings.com/#about
Auedeze LCD-X - chrisgrahammastering.com/headphones coupon code: 6fhs

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Secret Sonics 087 - Joe Costable - Mixing with Intent

Joe Costable is a mixing engineer based out of NY, USA! In this episode, Joe shared his journey niching down into mixing as well as his approach to mixing; including communication with artists, why he doesn't reference while mixing, why stems are built into his template and so much more! He also shared wisdom on how to treat a room, what it takes to succeed in this field, and did an elaborate "Sauce" segment where he shared individual elements of the mix we broke down from his Pro Tools session. Check it out!

You can find out more about Joe at https://www.joecostable.com/

You can find Joe on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/mixedbyjoe/

You can check out the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here:

"Sunday Sunshine" by Young Rising Sons - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4L7gw4VgbIE&ab_channel=YoungRisingSons

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

Join the Secret Sonics Facebook community here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsonics

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References

Working Class Audio - https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-160-with-joe-costable/
Mixerman's "Zen and the Art of Mixing" - https://amzn.to/3bsyMyd
Resonant Bass Traps - https://www.acousticfields.com/diy-bass-traps/
Room EQ wizard - https://www.roomeqwizard.com/
Justin Long - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/16/secret-sonics-059-justin-long
The Orphan the Poet - https://theorphanthepoet.com/
Echoboy - https://www.soundtoys.com/product/echoboy/
Valhalla - https://valhalladsp.com/
Waves Abbey Road Chambers - https://www.waves.com/plugins/abbey-road-chambers
McDSP - https://www.mcdsp.com/
SSL - https://www.solidstatelogic.com/products/plug-ins
Chandler Curve Bender EQ - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/mastering/chandler-limited-curve-bender.html
Kush Clariphonic - https://thehouseofkush.com/products/clariphonic-dsp-mkiiMelotron
Wes Anderson - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0027572/
Soothe - https://oeksound.com/plugins/soothe2/
J37 tape - https://www.waves.com/plugins/j37-tape#how-to-use-the-j37-tape-plugin
Sibilance - https://www.waves.com/plugins/sibilance#how-to-de-ess-vocals-sibilance-plugin-tutorial
UAD precision De-esser - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/special-processing/precision-de-esser.html
Mike Kalajian at Rogue Planet Mastering - https://www.rogueplanetmastering.com/mike-kalajian-1
Sam Moses - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-035-sam-moses

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 086 - Ed Boyer - Shaping the Sound of A Cappella Music

Ed Boyer is an arranger, producer, and audio/mixing engineer for a cappella music based out of Connecticut, USA! In this episode, check out Ed's journey; from recording his collegiate a cappella group to mixing for films such as Pitch Perfect and for groups such as Pentatonix. Ed shared his approach to mixing a cappella, industry wisdom he's acquired over the years, and so much more! Check it out!

You can find out more about Ed at http://edboyeracappella.com/

The group we discussed in the "Sauce" segment - https://www.naturallyseven.com/

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References

Pentatonix - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentatonix
Six13 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Six13
The Maccabeats - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Maccabeats
Tufts Beelzebubs - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beelzebubs
Bill Hare - https://www.billhareacappella.com/
The Sing-Off - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sing-Off
Deke Sharon - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deke_Sharon
The Contemporary A Cappella Society of America - https://casa.org/
Madison Gate - https://www.madisongaterecords.com/
Pentatonix Christmas Album - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Pentatonix_Christmas
Naturally 7 - https://www.naturallyseven.com/
Goliath 2 - https://tone-empire.com/shop/goliath-v2/
Sam Moses - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-035-sam-moses

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Secret Sonics 084 - Matt Boudreau - Sustaining a Life in Audio

Matt Boudreau is an audio/mixing/mastering engineer based out of the Bay Area, California, USA, and the host of the Working Class Audio podcast! In this episode, check out Matt's journey; how he moved his studio into his home and formed the Working Class Audio podcast, how he niched into mixing and later mastering, how he's prepping to mix on the road in the future, implementing Billy Decker's mixing template, good coffee and so much more! Check it out!

You can find out more about Matt at https://www.mattboudreau.com/

You can find out more about the Working Class Audio Podcast and listen to episodes here: https://www.workingclassaudio.com/

You can find Matt on Social Media

IG: https://www.instagram.com/matt_boudreau/

You can listen to the track that we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Colour of My Way" by Cordova - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pWlPACtWo8&ab_channel=Cordova-Topic

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References

Working Class Audio - https://solo.to/wca

The Sextants - https://thesextants.bandcamp.com/
Seven Day Diary - https://www.discogs.com/artist/1523947-Seven-Day-Diary
Bill Putnam - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Putnam
Terry Gross of NPR - https://www.npr.org/people/2100593/terry-gross
Tape Op - https://tapeop.com/
Robert L. Smith - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_L._Smith_(recording_engineer)
John Greenham - http://www.johngreenham.com/
John Cuniberti - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Cuniberti
Michael James - https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-125-with-michael-james/
Michael Brauer - https://www.mbrauer.com/
Tchad Blake - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tchad_Blake
Sam Sherbin - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/1/17/secret-sonics-080-sam-sherbin-the-feel-of-a-record
Justin Long - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/16/secret-sonics-059-justin-long
Whitestone Audio - P331 - https://www.whitestoneaudio.com/p331/
Andrew Scheps - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Scheps
Billy Decker's new book - https://amzn.to/3qqxvNa
Audeze LCD XC (closed back) - https://www.audeze.com/products/lcd-xc
Grace M900 headphone box - https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1343146-REG/grace_design_a900_m900_portable_high_resolution.html
Decco - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-015-decco
Neumann KH 310’s - https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/KH310L--neumann-kh-310-8.25-inch-3-way-powered-studio-monitor-left-side
Amphion 118s - https://vintageking.com/amphion-one18-single
Reftone 2ld - https://maxxdigital.com/products/reftone-2ld-mono-cube-pair
Noam Levinberg - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/11/1/secret-sonics-070-noam-levinberg
Dark Matter Coffee - https://www.darkmattercoffee.com/
Cordova Band - https://thecordovaband.com/home
Sansamp - https://www.avid.com/plugins/sansamp-psa1
Kim Rosen Mastering - https://www.knackmastering.com/about/
Bobby Owsinski - https://bobbyowsinski.com/about/

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

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Secret Sonics 080 - Sam Sherbin - The Feel of a Record

Sam Sherbin is a mixing engineer based out of New York, USA! In this episode, discover Sam's journey; studying under the late great Bruce Swedien and legendary mixer Manny Marroquin, Sam's approach to mixing, how to make a record not only sound good but feel great, the importance of manual automation, good monitoring, and so much more! Check it out!

You can find out more about Sam at https://www.samsherbin.com/

You can find Sam on Social Media

IG: https://www.instagram.com/samsherbinmusic/

You can find Sam's podcast "In The Zone" here - https://www.samsherbin.com/podcast

You can listen to the track that we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here:
"Soldiers" by Rachel Platten - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mmLiCrgYnM&ab_channel=RachelPlatten

As I mentioned in a previous episode, I've started a Whatsapp group community. If you're interested in joining, please email me at Secretsonics@gmail.com Please include your phone # and tell me a bit about what you do production-wise.

If you'd like to help support Secret Sonics, you can do so by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/benwallick

References

Dylan Emmet - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/12/27/secret-sonics-077-dylan-emmet-letting-the-songs-guide-the-way

Bruce Swedien - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruce_Swedien
Bernie Grundman - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernie_Grundman
Ed Cherney - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Cherney
Manny Marroquin - http://www.mannymarroquin.com/
Johnny Goldstein - https://www.johnnygoldstein.com/
Carl Bahner - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/9/secret-sonics-058-carl-bahner
"Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain" - https://amzn.to/2XKBPKp
Clarity M scope - https://www.tcelectronic.com/product.html?modelCode=P0DC8
Faderport - https://www.presonus.com/products/faderport
Oceanway Pro 2 A - https://oceanwayaudio.com/pro2a/
Auratones - https://www.auratoneaudio.com/
Tube traps “the attack wall” - https://www.acousticsciences.com/products/attack-wall
Stuart White - https://www.stuartwhitemix.com/
Jon Castelli - https://www.instagram.com/mixedbyjoncastelli/?hl=en
Live with Matt Rad - https://www.instagram.com/livewithmattrad/?hl=en
Fabfilter - https://www.fabfilter.com/
Softube Console 1 - https://www.softube.com/console1
R Comp - https://www.waves.com/plugins/renaissance-compressor#mixing-beats-vocals-renaissance-plugins-marioso
PSP reverb - http://www.pspaudioware.com/plugins/reverbs/
Manny Reverb - https://www.waves.com/plugins/manny-marroquin-reverb#manny-marroquin-signature-series-overview
Valhalla Vintage Verb - https://valhalladsp.com/shop/reverb/valhalla-vintage-verb/
Baby Audio’s "Spaced Out" - https://babyaud.io/spaced-out-plugin
Rachel Platten's Song Exploder - https://songexploder.net/rachel-platten
Nick Lee - https://whoisnicklee.com/
Alex Psaroudakis mastering - http://www.alexpsaroudakis.com/

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

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Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

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Secret Sonics 070 - Noam Levinberg

Noam Levinberg is a mixing and mastering engineer based out of Tel Aviv, Israel, and currently working as the head of audio at Artlist.io!

You can find out more about Noam at https://www.noamlevinberg.com/

You can find Noam on Social Media

IG: https://www.instagram.com/noamlevinberg/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/noam.levinberg

Spotify (where you can find more of his work): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5B4FZQKa9wDjgmOuoJmcs5?si=LPVJX0NzSr6w1DZQ6kgt3w

You can learn more about Artlist.io here: https://artlist.io/

You can listen to (and watch!) the track that we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here:

"Woodhouse 12" by Dan Mayo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rMpuQ3UddE&ab_channel=DanMayo

As I mentioned in a previous episode, I've started a Whatsapp group community. If you're interested in joining, please email me at Secretsonics@gmail.com Please include your phone # and tell me a bit about what you do production-wise.

References

Tatran: https://www.tatranmusic.com/
Udi Koomran: https://www.facebook.com/udi.koomran
Pluto Studios: https://www.plutostudios.com/english/
Earthsync label in India: https://www.earthsync.com/
Neve VR console: https://vintageking.com/neve-vr72-20009-k-used
Tatran Desert Session: https://youtu.be/0_o7ZPmMCLc
Midas XR-18: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/XR18--behringer-by-air-xr18-tablet-controlled-digital-mixer
Splice: https://splice.com/
Billy Decker (interview): https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-167-with-billy-decker/
Manley Nu-Mu: https://www.manley.com/pro/mnumu
Zulu: https://www.handsomeaudio.com/
4-track Ampex: https://reverb.com/item/1345183-ampex-ag440-4-track-1-2-analog-reel-to-reel-recorder
Proac monitors: http://www.proac-loudspeakers.com/html_files/Speakers.php?Range=Studio&Speaker=Studio100
Focal Shape 40: https://www.focal.com/en/pro-audio/monitoring-speakers/shape/monitoring-speakers/shape-40
Dan Mayo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Mayo
Yehezkal Raz: https://yehezkelraz.com/
Vulf Compressor: https://goodhertz.co/vulf-comp/
Vulfpeck LAX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzxW8nxgENA&ab_channel=Vulf
Tube Screamer: https://amzn.to/2GfSMXN
AD-9: https://amzn.to/34Lzgft
The long tail of the internet: https://seths.blog/2008/07/the-long-tail-t/

Yossi Fine: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yossi_Fine

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!

You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!

Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 069 - Kristian Montano

Kristian Montano is a mastering engineer and the owner of Montano Mastering, based out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada! 

You can find out more about Kristian at https://www.montanomastering.com/

You can find Kristian on Social Media

IG: https://www.instagram.com/MontanoMastering/

Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/kristianmontano/

You can email Kristian at kristian@montanomastering.com

You can listen to the two songs that we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in their entirety via the following links: 

"Stereotypes" by Your Hunni: https://lefuturewave.com/2020/10/20/introducing-your-hunni-stereotypes/

"Flowers" by Burs: https://bursmusic.bandcamp.com/track/flowers

As I mentioned in a previous episode, I've started a Whatsapp group community. If you're interested in joining, please email me at Secretsonics@gmail.com Please include your phone # and tell me a bit about what you do production-wise.

References

Matt Snell: https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/23/secret-sonics-060-matt-snell
Michael Starita: https://www.instagram.com/staritamusic/
Noah Mintz: http://www.lacquerchannel.com/noah-mintz/
Joao Carvalho: https://www.joaocarvalhomastering.com/
Audeze LCD X: https://amzn.to/31ADAvS
Neumann KH 310s: https://amzn.to/3dY4h2K
Airpods: https://amzn.to/37BRNwj
Dylan Seals' episode of the Attack and Release show: https://attackandreleaseshow.fireside.fm/68
Aurotanes: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/5CAmpA230BK--auratone-5c-super-sound-cubes-4.5-inch-passive-reference-monitors-with-a2-30-power-amp-black
Tidal: https://tidal.com/
Ted Jenson of Sterling Sound: https://sterling-sound.com/engineer/ted-jensen/
Carl Bahner: https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/9/secret-sonics-058-carl-bahner
Manley Vari-Mu: https://www.manley.com/pro/mslchp
Manley Massive Passive: https://www.manley.com/pro/msmp
HCL EQ: https://www.handcraftedlabs.pl/products/thermos-dual-mono-program-eq
DMG Plugins: https://dmgaudio.com/
Bob Katz: https://amzn.to/34s2T58
Division 88: https://www.instagram.com/division.88/
Leapwing root one: https://www.leapwingaudio.com/rootone/
Big Thief band: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Thief
Joe LaPorta: https://sterling-sound.com/engineer/joe-laporta/
Nebraska Cover Album Collab: https://torontocoversproject.bandcamp.com/album/at-the-end-of-every-hard-earned-day-people-find-some-reason-to-believe
Bobby Owsinski’s book: https://amzn.to/3meGtdy
Bon Iver's first record: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bon_Iver#2006%E2%80%932010:_For_Emma,_Forever_Ago

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!

You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

***If you want the show to continue to improve, feel free to fill out a listener survey here: https://forms.gle/BWKmS4YmESYid5rh8 ***

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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!
 
Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 066 - Lucas Gienow

Lucas Gienow is a songwriter, music producer, and audio engineer based out of Eastern PA, USA! 

You can find Lucas on Social Media

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucasgienow/

You can find Lucas's band Nearly York on Social Media

IG: https://www.instagram.com/nearlyyork/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/NearlyYorkMusic

YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1ikZNAFWWgBvO0NzORbcjA

You can listen to the Nearly York's song "Fortune Teller" that we discussed in its entirety here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjTQpihACnY&ab_channel=NearlyYork-Topic

As I mentioned in a previous episode, I've started a Whatsapp group community. If you're interested in joining, please email me at Secretsonics@gmail.com Please include your phone # and tell me a bit about what you do production-wise.

References

Carl Bahner: https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/9/secret-sonics-058-carl-bahner
Dustin Richardson (studio 2300): https://www.instagram.com/dbrichmusic/
Nearly York: https://www.nearlyyork.com/
Sugar Tank Lancaster PA: http://www.thesugartank.com/ 
Milan Credle: https://www.instagram.com/milancredle/
Like Everyone Else EP: https://open.spotify.com/album/76omxTgZA8ZZAZbxsiG7FJ
Slate VMS: https://slatedigital.com/virtual-microphone-system/
Korby Kat Mic: https://vintageking.com/korby-audio-kat-5-system
Brian Rhea: https://open.spotify.com/album/3XkAyllGS2EDEPec7XS7md
Brandon Allshouse: https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/9/13/secret-sonics-063-brandon-allshouse
Studio One: https://www.presonus.com/products/studio-one/
Melodyne: https://www.celemony.com/en/melodyne/new-in-melodyne-5
Splice: https://splice.com/
Omnisphere: https://www.spectrasonics.net/products/omnisphere/Arturia: https://www.arturia.com/products/analog-classics/v-collection/overview
The making of fortune teller: https://www.nearlyyork.com/fortune-teller
Indepreneur.io: https://indepreneur.io/
Strymon Iridium amp sim: https://www.strymon.net/products/iridium/
Shift Desktop app: https://tryshift.com/
Soundbetter: https://soundbetter.com/
Nicholas Di Lorenzo (Mastering): https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/6/28/secret-sonics-052-nicholas-di-lorenzo
Randy Merrill of Sterling Sound: https://sterling-sound.com/engineer/randy-merrill/
Dolby Atmos: https://www.dolby.com/technologies/dolby-atmos/

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!

You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

***If you want the show to continue to improve, feel free to fill out a listener survey here: https://forms.gle/BWKmS4YmESYid5rh8 ***

Follow along via social media here:
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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!
 
Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben