The SonicScoop Podcast | Music Production, Audio Engineering, and The Business of Music

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://MasteringDemystified.com

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Superunknown stands the test of time with some S-Tier rock mixes that sound amazing on any good system. Mixed by Brendan O'Brien and produced with Michael Beinhorn, songs like "Black Hole Sun" and "Fell On Black Days" get just about everything right that a rock mix can get right. There are a ton of lessons to be learned here about relative levels between vocals, kick, snare, tom and guitars in the genre, exactly how to use panning to enhance the stereo filed and a lot more. Big thanks to Soundtoys, Lewitt Audio and Ultimate Support for making this episode possible.

►See free audio tutorial videos with Justin here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3yghKGBjggTkBYyc-1_larMT6K4rGwmr

►Get the free mastering workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/Mastering101

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
►Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com

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://compressionbreakthroughs.com
►Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com

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

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 few "dots". That this could happen seems logical, and intuitive... but is 100% wrong!

Almost all of us assume this is what would happen at one point or another. But today Justin proves why it's wrong in three ways., and give advice on choosing the best sample rate for you.

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

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 "microhooks" found throughout the song.

Learn all about them, and other ways to make your mix FEEL right and hook listeners... Regardless of how "good" it sounds. 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

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. check them out at https://kaliaudio.com 

 ►EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com
►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://MixingBreakthroughs.com
►Compression Breakthroughs: https://CompressionVreakthroughs.com
►Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.co
►Become a Member! Join this channel for access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqEKv3KIZoZrjv2LymD3iMg/join

Follow Jeff at https://instagram.com/jeffellisworldwide

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 the MixCon Mega Giveaway here: https://delicious-audio.com/mixcon-mega-giveaway/

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 Giveaway here: https://delicious-audio.com/mixcon-mega-giveaway/

Thanks also to Lewitt Audio, Soundtoys and Ultimate Support for supporting the podcast.

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 gear in the MixCon Mega Giveaway here: https://delicious-audio.com/mixcon-mega-giveaway/

Thanks also to Lewitt Audio, Soundtoys and Ultimate Support for supporting the podcast.

►EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com

►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://MixingBreakthroughs.com

►Compression Breakthroughs: https://CompressionVreakthroughs.com

►Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.co

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

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 video here: https://us.pluginsmasters.com/giveaway-1st-anniversary/?v=ba43077c0ac9

Check out all courses here:

►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com

►Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com

►Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com

​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 evolving view on mastering your own mixes, how to ignore bad advice and where to find the good stuff, and so much more.

Big thanks to UltimateSupport stands for sponsoring this episode! Check out the Deluxe Broadcast Mic Stand used in the episode.

Thanks also to Soundtoys. Check out anything they make for free at Soundtoys.com

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

►Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com

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-ultimate-buyers-guide-2023/

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
►Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com
►Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com

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://compressionbreakthroughs.com
►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com

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 Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com
►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com

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/sonic-scoop
►Get Compression Breakthroughs here: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com
►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com

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://compressionbreakthroughs.com
►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com