mixing

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.

Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
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Episode show notes:

Surprisingly, some of our subscribers are telling us that they are using standalone multitrack recorders instead of computers. 

We actually get these kinds of messages pretty regularly.

So, is it a good alternative? Are there any advantages to using a device like that? Or should you just get an interface and a DAW and start using a computer to produce your music?

Let's discuss!



PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.

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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/211
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If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.

Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:

Casual NAMM 2024 recap episode from Benedikt's LA hotel room, giving Malcom an update on who he met and what he discovered at the conference.

Also, if you ever go to an event like this (highly recommended!), this episode includes a few mindset-related principles and takeaways, so you'll have an incredible time and make new friends in the industry.

PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.

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El episodio te sumerge en la adrenalina de doblar para la industria de los videojuegos. A través de experiencias personales, exploramos el meticuloso proceso de grabación para el rework de Irelia de League of Legends, ilustrando la complejidad y satisfacción de trabajar en proyectos donde las expectativas de la comunidad y la atención al detalle son fundamentales. Aprende cómo la colaboración entre directores y productores es vital para mantener la esencia del lenguaje original, y cómo el doblaje de videojuegos presenta retos únicos por su naturaleza no lineal.

Descubre los secretos detrás del cortometraje "Sólo Mujeres" con nuestro invitado especial, Jhair Sosa, que nos abre las puertas al mundo de la mezcla y el mastering de proyectos audiovisuales. Jhair, conocido por su talento en el doblaje en México, nos relata cómo sus habilidades se han refinado a lo largo de su carrera, brindándonos una perspectiva única sobre el impacto del sonido en la narrativa y las transiciones emocionales de los personajes. Con anécdotas de su doble rol en este cortometraje venezolano, nos muestra que el audio es mucho más que un simple complemento visual, es una pieza clave en la construcción de mundos.

Para cerrar con broche de oro, celebramos cómo el trabajo freelance está transformando la industria del doblaje. Jhair nos comparte sus experiencias y los desafíos superados en su camino hacia el reconocimiento, demostrando que la perseverancia es la clave del éxito. Analizamos juntos el cambio de paradigma hacia la autonomía laboral, y cómo la tecnología ha democratizado la industria, permitiendo que más voces sean escuchadas. Esta conversación no solo está repleta de historias inspiradoras, sino también de consejos prácticos para aquellos que buscan dejar su huella en el arte del sonido y el doblaje.

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Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.

Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:

You're not mixing kick drums, you're mixing songs. And the kick drum sound has to serve the song. Here's how to get this right in your mix.

We go through our kick drum chains and show you the tools we use, why we use them and how we use them in the context of the mix.

It's not just about EQ moves or compression techniques. It's about how it all works together to create the sound you want for your song.

PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.

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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/207
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If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.

Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:

This is a purely speculative episode on the current state and future of A.I. (artificial intelligence) in (rock) music. 

We're talking about what it can and can't do (yet), where we think things might be going and whether or not we all need to be afraid of it.

Again, we don't know nearly enough about this subject and the tech under the hood to make any serious predictions here. Hardly anyone does. 

But we are already using A.I. tools on a daily basis. In our personal lives, in our businesses and when working on music or other audio & video projects, like this podcast. So we have some experience and have done enough research and testing to at least have an opinion. 

And we're hoping for certain tools to be released soon, so that artists, producers and engineers can be even more creative with even less friction.

Let's dive in!

PS: Please join the conversation by leaving a comment, a rating and review, or a post inside our free Facebook community.

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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/206
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If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.

Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:

Have you ever been looking forward to having to go through 637 takes, trying to find the good parts after the recording session is done? Me neither.

How to avoid that? Learn to comp on the fly and commit as you go!

On this episode we're discussing comping on the fly vs "comp diving" after tracking, the pros and cons of each, and the skills you need to be able to pull this off without risking anything or ruining the flow of the session.


Here's why this matters:

• It saves you time later in the process
• It gives you a better idea of the final product
• Moving fast and committing helps avoid getting too close to it and losing perspective
• It prevents you from recording unnecessary takes and wearing out singers/performers
  It will lead to a better end result, because you're not as likely to cut corners

And here's how to do it:

• Know your basic editing tools and hotkeys (scissors, different ways to move events back and forth, fades, etc.)
• Know the comping features of your DAW. You don't have to (and shouldn't) create a new track for each take, etc. 
• Make notes while listening to the performances
• Use breaks to quickly go through notes and adjust the comp
• Learn to listen for feel and emotion, rather than technical perfection (there are some exceptions, though)

Let's dive in!

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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/205
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If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:

We get dozens of applications every week now and many of you reaching out have asked us these things. So here are your answers!

Your questions:

• What is The Self-Recording Syndicate (our coaching program)? Is it an online course?
• How much does it cost?
• Why is there no price on the website?
• Why do I have to apply?
• Why do you offer a free first call and why are you asking for a budget, when the call is free?
  
  

Also, even before applying and booking their free clarity call, some people are afraid to even give it a shot because they assume it's gonna cost an arm and a leg to work with us.


So I wanted to record this episode (and write a blog post along with it) to give you all the answers.

Of course, we're doing our best to make things crystal clear on our website, the application form, etc. but I also realize that "coaching" is not something that people are very familiar with in our industry.

It's completely normal in other industries. And entrepreneurs, freelancers or businesses of all sizes use consulting or coaching of some sort to make sure they achieve their goals.

But I totally get that most people outside of that don't really know what it means and how the process works.

I'm all about transparency and I'm also about overdelivering and giving way more value than what you'd expect for the price that you're paying. So let me break it down for you in this episode.

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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/203

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
-
3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:

It's the end of the year - time to do some planning and thinking about our goals as musicians and (DIY) producers.

When it comes to making the best record possible, there are really only 3 ways to accomplish that. Let's discuss and break it down for you, so you can make 2024 your best year ever.

First, it's important to know what you want and what kind of resources you have available. 

Ask yourself these questions: 

• Do you want to make a really great record for your band / yourself now?
• Do you want to make a really great record for your band / yourself some day?
• Do you want to become a producer / mixer and make amazing records for many different artists?
• What do you have more of - time or money?
• Which parts of the process do you really want to do and learn?
• Which kind of investment are you willing to make?

Then take one of the following approaches (or all of them):

1. Done for you - Hire professionals
2. Do it all yourself - With the help of YouTube, courses, books, trial and error and a lot of practice
3. Done with you - Get a mentor and speed up the process through personal guidance, feedback and avoiding common mistakes.

Some kind of effort, practice and investment is always required. A lot of it, to be honest. 

After all, producing music is a skill you don't just learn overnight. Highly skilled professionals have built their taste, technical abilities, workflows, confidence and ears over decades.

But you don't have to be afraid of it either. There's a right approach for every situation. 

And with this episode we aim to guide you toward the best fit for your project, keeping the spotlight on your unique artistic voice.

Your 2024 music resolutions aren't just dreams; they're blueprints for action. So tune in, fuel your musical fires, and step into a year of turning up the volume on your biggest goals.

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For links to everything we've mentioned in this episode, as well as full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/202

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If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free clarity call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step roadmap that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching, feedback and recommendations for what to do next.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free clarity call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:

Ever felt like your mixes are just a snowball's throw away from that nice, wide stereo image you crave? 

Sure, the basics like mic technique, panning, intentional EQ moves, among others are always the most important thing. But there is more. And we want to share one thing with you that you might have overlooked, so far.

Strap in, because we're whisking you up the sonic slopes to conquer the nuances of dual mono vs. stereo compression! 

This seemingly small detail can be the difference between a stable, solid center in your stereo image and a wonky center that won't provide the solid foundation that your groove needs.

Or between a wide, clear mix and a narrow one.

Being intentional about this will also give you extra clarity, separation and width for your rhythm guitars, toms or any other stereo source that you're dealing with in your mix.

First, we dissect when to pan mono sources and when to bask in true stereo glory, providing a roadmap through the complexities of creating a nice, wide stereo image. It's like choosing the right snowboard for the mountain – you need the proper technique to ride the sound waves to their fullest potential.

Finally, we're cranking up the dials on your DAW savvy, revealing the ins and outs of compressor plugins and their different channel linking modes.

Learn how to finesse your compressor settings to keep your mix wide open or dial in that cohesive, 'pumpy' feel when the track calls for it. 

So, tune up your audio kit, and let's hit the play button on this episode!

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For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/201
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If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Click here to receive a special 10% Off Any Course Or First Month Of Membership At The Kohle Audio Kult Academy (Limited Time Offer Ending Late January 2024!)
As well as 2 free Self Recording Band Masterclasses by Benedikt & Malcom


And here are three more steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:

This week, we're honored to be able to sit down with the one and only Kristian Kohle.

Kohle is the founder of Kohle Audio Kult, a learning academy for heavy music production. 

Kohle is also known for his collaborative work with Warren Huart both on YouTube and in the Pro Mix Academy.

Kristian shares with us some priceless tips and advice on having a creative mindset and mentality that will maximise your output.  

We bumped in to Kristian recently at Studioszene 2023 which has led to not only this interview but a very exciting coaching partnership. 

Our listeners receive a special 10% Off Any Course Or First Month Of Membership At The Kohle Audio Kult Academy (Limited Time Offer Ending Late January 2024!)
As well as 2 free Self Recording Band Masterclasses by Benedikt & Malcom  You literally can't afford not to take this offer. 

As well as answering some listener's questions, Benedikt, Malcom & Kristian discuss a range of topics including how Kohle became a YouTube personality, the importance of learning how to create something and the brutal precision required for recording metal.

Ladies & gentlemen, let's give a warm welcome to Kristian Kohle. 👏👏👏

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Click here to receive a special 10% Off Any Course Or First Month Of Membership At The Kohle Audio Kult Academy (Limited Time Offer Ending Late January 2024!)
As well as 2 free Self Recording Band Masterclasses by Benedikt & Malcom

For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/199

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:

It’s Jaycen Joshua. Hands down one of the hottest mix engineers in the industry right now. 

Benny and Malcom chat with Jaycen Joshua on the Studioszene Sofa. 

Jaycen has worked with Beyonce, Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, Michael Jackson… the list goes on and on.

Jaycen talks in detail about how the higher status jobs often equal higher stakes and higher pressure. 

But he never lets this tame his approach, he takes risks when mixing no matter how much pressure he’s feeling.

He talks about sometimes being brutally honest with clients when he suspects that demoitis may be playing a part in the artist's love for the shitty sounding demo track. 

How many revisions do you think Jaycen gets on average for his mixes? Here’s a clue. It’s a lot. 

The number one technique that Jaycen uses and absolutely couldn’t work without? Sidechain compression. This and his plugin The God Particle are an essential part of his template. 

Ladies and Gentlemen, Jaycen Joshua. 👏👏👏

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For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/196

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode show notes:

Chris Yetter, the owner of Audioscape joins Benedikt & Malcom in the second of our series of interviews from Studioszene 2023.

Chris and his team at Audioscape hand make analogue hardware without compromising on anything. Astonishingly with an extremely affordable price-tag.  

The guys discuss what to listen for when choosing your hardware and how no two units will ever sound exactly same. 

Audioscape know that there are minute differences in sound from model to model and celebrate the fact that this is what helps create your own unique sound.  

Chris touches on the riddle that has troubled humankind for millenia… "Plugins or Hardware?" The answer might surprise you. 

Two faders you can touch and move with your hands simultaneously might not sound like much, but this level of control that you don't get with a plugin can completely change the way you work. 

Chris also shares with us a few details about an Audioscape reverb plugin that they're working on.  

"A hardware company releasing a plugin? Are Audioscape outside of their minds?" I hear you ask.

Nope. It's going to be incredible. 

Enjoy. 

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For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/194

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
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Episode Show Notes:

Have you ever asked yourself this question while recording or mixing? 

What is your song about? How is it supposed to feel? How did you come up with it?  

These are important questions to ask yourself. And if you find the answer to it, it might transform your mixes and productions. 

We’ve received a lot of messages lately from people who are saying things like:

"My demos sound cool, but when I'm done mixing, I feel like something got lost along the way"

Or…

"I know exactly what I want my music to sound like, but I can't seem to make it come out of the speakers."

This is a common problem among Self Recording artists and Malcom & Benedikt take a more philosophical approach rather than a technical approach to this topic.  

This isn’t something that can be fixed by adjusting a plugin setting. This is a mindset thing. 

We’ve heard many songs lately that have incredibly dense arrangements. It's like people are feeling the need to add a lot of stuff to their songs to make them sound exciting and big. 

While that can be a good idea sometimes, it’s often not the best approach. You may actually be taking away from your song by continually adding new elements.

So let’s jump in to this weeks episode and find out exactly why your demo is currently sounding better than your final recordings.

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For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/190

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode Show Notes:

Sometimes, a single guitar tone just won't cut it. It sounds weak and out of place; no matter how we EQ and process it, something is still missing. What's the answer to this? Well, it's more guitars. 

Maybe you love the bottom end of one amp or pedal but also crave the mid-range of another. Well, guess what? You can have both by combining guitar tones.

This topic is broad and there are countless approaches to combining guitar tones and doubling guitar tracks. It's easy to become overwhelmed and throw everything at it,  but this can lead to a "more is less" result. Fear not, Benedikt and Malcom discuss their go-to methods in detail so that you can record with intention. 

The subtle differences between a double and a copied performance may seem insignificant, but they are crucial in shaping the overall sound. 

A double is a second performance of the same thing, not a copy and paste of the original performance. This distinction, while seemingly minute, will drastically affect the final tone.

What you'll learn from this episode:

• How subtle changes in the guitar's EQ can give you big results.
• Genre-based decision making. Is the 'Wall of Sound' approach appropriate for your recording?
• When is doubling guitar tracks necessary?
• What hardware to switch out and adjust when recording duplicate parts? Guitars, pickups, amps or pedals? 
• Why adding layers on top of a guitar take doesn't necessarily have to be another guitar. 

In conclusion, creating a unique guitar sound is a blend of understanding your tools, practising different techniques, and experimenting with various combinations.

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For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/185

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:

We’re thrilled to introduce you to the brilliant audio engineer, Jill Zimmermann. In this episode, Jill shares her journey in the world of audio engineering and offers invaluable insights into what it takes to be a successful audio engineer.

Jill's accomplishments are awe-inspiring, having engineered on 2 Gold Singles and a Gold Record, as well as working on Juno award-winning albums by AlexIsOnFire and July Talk. Other bands Jill has worked with are Three Days Grace, Alice Cooper, City and Colour, and so many more.

Jill tells us how her unrelenting work ethic and passion for sound and music have led to her not only making a career as an audio engineer but flourishing in the music industry.

Jill has a unique approach to pitch and explains how her skill as a violinist informs her approach to tuning vocals. As well as giving some solid gold advice on the best starting points for creating vocal harmonies. 

Jill Zimmermann is going to be a speaker at this year's  Studioszene Event - Hamburg 2023 (Book tickets here), showing how she produced vocals for the hard rock band "Rise in Vein". Her masterclass will cover the remote-recording process on that record, insights on vocal editing, how to create great vocal arrangements and how to coach and guide singers in a studio session.

This episode also explores her experiences as an audio engineer adapting to the industry during Covid, particularly in remote recording. Jill discusses the importance of a good, consistent set-up, and talks about building a vocal booth in somebody’s home out of necessity.

So, let’s dive into this episode packed with life lessons, personal experiences, and professional advice from one of the industry's most talented and committed audio engineers. 

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Jill Zimmermann's Website
Jill Zimmermann's Discography
Jukasa Recording Studios
Studioszene Event - Hamburg / (Book tickets here)

For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/180

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
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2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:

Ever feel like your snare tone is just a little bit off? Like, it's close, but no cigar? That's where we step in.

We all know that the snare drum is a crucial element in any recording, and getting it to sit just right can make or break your mix. So join us as we uncover some valuable insights and techniques to help you achieve that perfect snare sound.

In this episode, Malcom & Benedikt dive deep into the world of using EQ on your snare drum (s) and explore how you can use EQ to make your snare drum fit perfectly and sound amazing in your mix.

Making the snare work in the context of the mix is 90% of the battle. 

Benedikt & Malcom go over these crucial points to make sure you get that killer snare sound:

• Understanding why EQ is crucial for achieving a balanced mix.
• Exploring how EQ can enhance the tone and character of your snare drum.
• Key considerations when EQing a snare drum.
• Techniques for addressing frequency imbalances and resonance problems.
• Using samples to augment your snare sound.  
• Tips for sculpting the snare drum sound to fit seamlessly into your mix.
• Choosing the right EQ plugins for the job. 
• How the wrong snare sound can impact on other instruments in the mix. 
• Phase issues. 

This isn't a case of just throwing techniques at you. This is helping you understand the why and the how, so you can apply these insights to your own mixes. 

So whether you're a seasoned producer or a self-recording musician looking to improve your snare drum recordings, this episode has something valuable to offer. Tune in and discover how you can take your snare drum sounds to the next level through the power of EQ.

For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/178

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
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3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:

I sat down with Wayne Coulson, a producer, engineer and musician from England. 

Wayne primarily works with Indie Rock and Indie Pop artists and frequently releases his own music. He also joined the team here at theselfrecordingband.com in 2022, where he is editing and mixing our podcast, as well as creating content for our social media accounts and our coaching program.

Ever since we first met in 2021, Wayne has significantly improved his audio skills and deepened his understanding of the entire process of creating records. 

His growth has made him an indispensable asset to our work here.

So it’s about time to introduce him to you and tell his story.

He does everything himself: Writing, arranging, producing, engineering, performing (every instrument & vocal), editing, mixing, mastering. 

Wayne is an amazingly talented musician. He plays guitar and releases indie/alt rock, as well as lofi/indie pop songs under his artist name "Glam Hock". So he knows both sides of the studio window very well and speaks the same language as the musicians he's working with.

When he joined the Self-Recording Syndicate it was clear that he was very talented and passionate. But he also had some blind spots and was lacking good systems and processes to get truly amazing results consistently and with confidence. 

He also wanted to start his studio business, get into creating content and find more artists to work with. After all, he wanted to make sure that he can keep doing this for a long time. Because he loves it. 

Wayne is a rather quiet, relaxed and very kind person, which makes working with him incredibly easy and enjoyable. But the passion he has for music and audio comes through in everything he says and does.

And because Wayne is an action taker with a clear vision and dream, he immediately joined our coaching program after we had a conversation about it. 

He wanted a new perspective, real pro tips from someone actively working in this industry, insights into how to run a studio, guidance and feedback, as well as a community of dedicated people to learn from.

He offers a perfect package to bands and artists that are looking for a unique, dirty and vibey aesthetic and don't want to sound like everyone else. 

Super stoked to share Wayne's story with you!

Let's go!

-Benedikt

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For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/177

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
-
3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:

Recording your live shows is a great idea for many reasons. 

It shows you the honest and brutal truth and the recordings can be used as great content in between your actual releases.

But unfortunately, most bands do it in a less-than-ideal way.

So let us help you out and show you a few proven approaches to capturing your live performances, so you can get exactly the results you want.

When I was still doing live sound, artists would come to me all the time and ask:

"Hey, can we just get the main outs from the board? We have this recorder/thumb drive/etc. and we'd love to capture our show tonight!"

Not a good idea. At least in most cases. And on this episode we'll explain exactly why that is.

And we'll show you better ways to record your shows. 

There are a few different approaches that could work for you, depending on what you want and why you're recording your live show:

• GoPro / phone / cam 
• Main outs from FOH mixer
• Separate mix from FOH mixer
• Multitracks from FOH mixer
• A pair of mics / field recorder
• Splitter box/rack + laptop / recorder to grab XLRs direct on stage (great for personalized and self managed IEM mixes too!)

We'll discuss all of those and more on the show and walk you through how to set it all up. After listening you'll know the pros and cons of each method and can pick the one that works for you.

And finally, we're giving you a few extra pro tips to get the most out of these recordings and make them sound as exciting as your actual live shows:

• Adding audience mics
• Adding "recording only" mics
• Why and how to keep the stage volume quiet
• Using multiple camera angles and what to watch out for in terms of video/audio sync
• Mic technique (especially vocals)
• Gain staging / headroom

Let's go!

-Benedikt

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For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/176

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com

Here are three next steps for you to take:

1. Get our free video training & checklist, "Standout Mixes - The DIY Musician's Guide To Exciting Mixes That Stand Out And Connect":
theselfrecordingband.com/standoutmixes
-
2. Apply for The Self-Recording Syndicate, our personalized coaching program!

It all starts with a free first call where we talk about your music, give you feedback and a step-by-step action plan that you can then implement on your own, or together with us.

Best case: We end up working together and completely transform the sound of your music forever.
Worst case: You get an hour of free coaching and feedback.

Sounds fair? Cool. Apply now and book your free coaching call:
theselfrecordingband.com/call
-
3. Join the free Facebook Group ("The Self-Recording Band Community"):
theselfrecordingband.com/community
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Episode show notes:

Do you need more inputs or outputs but don't want to buy a new interface?

Let us help you expand your current setup and save money! :)

You might have heard about ADAT or SPDIF and maybe you've seen those ins and outs on your interface - here's why they exist and how to use them

Many of us have started with a small interface that only has a few inputs and outputs. But what do we do if want to track live drums or give everyone in the band their own headphone mix?

Time to get a bigger interface? Not necessarily. There might be a better and more affordable alternative.

On this episode we show you how to add more ins and outs to your existing setup

This is what we cover on the show:

• What ADAT and SPDIF are and how they work
• How to know if your interface can be expanded and what it can actually handle
• Which gear to get to expand your current interface
• The benefits outside of just adding more channels (different preamps, additional sonic flavours, more advanced features, etc.)
• How to set it all up
• Common pitfalls and what to watch out for
   

Let's go!

-Benedikt

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For full show notes go to: https://theselfrecordingband.com/175

If you have any questions, feedback, topic ideas or want to suggest a guest, email us at: podcast@theselfrecordingband.com