Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The SonicScoop Podcast | Mixing, Mastering, Audio Engineering and Music Production
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| The Best Closed Back Headphones for the Recording Studio (Under $200) [2025 Edition] | 27 Dec 2024 | 00:59:54 | |
Justin Colletti reviews all the best closed back headphones under $200. | |||
| There's a WRONG Way to Produce Music (FIGHT ME!) | 23 Dec 2024 | 00:52:16 | |
Is there a right and wrong way to produce albums? Justin Colletti says yes. Here's why. | |||
| Best Modeling Mics Compared! (UAD vs Antelope vs Slate Comparison) | 18 Sep 2024 | 01:02:34 | |
What are the best modeling microphones for the studio? Justin Colletti shoots out the top options from Universal Audio, Antelope and Slate, including the LX, Edge, M1 and more ►Become a Member! Join this channel for access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqEKv3KIZoZrjv2LymD3iMg/join | |||
| My Biggest Mistakes in the Studio | 03 Feb 2022 | 00:27:52 | |
Justin Colletti is supposed to be a pretty good audio engineer. But he's done a LOT of dumb things in the studio. Learn about some of his biggest mistakes—and what you can do to avoid them yourself. ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com | |||
| Loudness Targets for Mastering (...It's not what the streaming services tell you.) FIXED AUDIO | 29 Jan 2022 | 00:25:34 | |
How loud should your master be? It's a common question, but the best answer depends a lot on your genre, production style and goals. | |||
| The 5 Keys to Keeping Perspective in Your Mix | 21 Jan 2022 | 00:19:04 | |
It's easy to lose perspective when mixing, start chasing your own tail, and spend hours making things sound WORSE. Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com | |||
| "Mix Matching" and "Master Mimicking" (The best ways to get better, fast) | 09 Jan 2022 | 00:25:00 | |
Have you ever tried "Mix Matching" or "Master Mimicking"? Justin Colletti says they are among the best ways to quickly and radically improve your audio chops. But there are good and bad ways to do it. Find out more. ►See free audio tutorial videos with Justin here: ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: ►Get Mastering Demystified here: ►Get the free mastering workshop: ►Get the free mixing workshop: ►Win free stuff at ►Subscribe to the podcast or leave a rating and review here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sonicscoop-podcast/id1448330690 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0gEpIPfGsScZPowycksAY5 | |||
| How to Use Frequency Analyzers (The Right Way) | 30 Dec 2021 | 00:14:50 | |
Frequency analyzers can be a useful tool. But they can also lead you down the wrong path, encouraging you to fix "problems' that aren't really there. | |||
| Is Quantity Better than Quality in Music Production? Producer Hyperbits on his Path to 50M+ Streams | 17 Dec 2021 | 00:46:30 | |
Producer Hyperbits has a seemingly controversial take on the quality vs. quantity debate. But the more you think about it, the more his advice makes sense. Hyperbits (aka Serik Slobodskoy), is a producer and artist who has had more than 50 million streams of his music, and now teaches others the craft in the Hyperbits Masterclass. He and Justin Colletti talk about how to improve your chops and your results in music production, composition, sound design and more. For Serik's free toolkit for musicians and producers for SonicScoop listeners just click here: https://bit.ly/HyperbitsScoopVIP | |||
| Legendary Grunge Producer Jack Endino on Recording, Mixing, Mastering and "Setting Himself on Fire" | 10 Dec 2021 | 00:55:34 | |
Jack Endino has worked with Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, L7, Mudhoney and so many of the biggest bands in the Seattle Grunge scene. | |||
| Bad Arguments for Super High Resolution Audio, Rebutted! | 04 Dec 2021 | 00:45:51 | |
Hi Res Audio isn't all it's cracked up to be. That's what all the blind listening tests seem to indicate anyway. But when Justin Colletti says this, he gets pushback from some people. ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►Get the free mastering workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/Mastering101 ►Get the free mixing workshop: | |||
| Mix Bus Processing: How to Compress, EQ, Limit and More (...Without Destroying Your Mix) | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:30:16 | |
Should you compress, EQ or limit your mix bus? And if so, HOW? Here are the Pros and Cons of mix bus processing from Justin Colletti. ►See free audio tutorial videos with Justin here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3yghKGBjggTkBYyc-1_larMT6K4rGwmr ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►Get the free mastering workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/Mastering101 ►Get the free mixing workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/MixHabits ►Win free stuff at https://sonicscoop.com/contest ►Subscribe to the podcast or leave a rating and review here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sonicscoop-podcast/id1448330690 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0gEpIPfGsScZPowycksAY5 | |||
| Making Money in Music with Brands (ft. Tommy Zee) | 27 Nov 2021 | 01:12:40 | |
Want a clear path to making money with your music? Today’s guest, Tommy Zee, offers one proven way to earn a real living in music production: Making music for brands. Major brands spend countless billions each year on marketing and advertising. And music is a big part of that. Join Justin Colletti and Tommy Zee as they talk about how this side of the music business works. Like what you hear? Try Tommy’s FREE training here. Or, to get $500 off the full course, enter the code Justin500 at checkout HERE. | |||
| Music Demos: Most Important Step or Relic of the Past? | 11 Sep 2024 | 00:51:30 | |
Does the demo still matter? Or did the DAW kill it? And what should music pre-production look like in the 21st century? | |||
| Gain Staging Demystified (...How To Set Ideal Levels for Recording and Mixing) | 15 Nov 2021 | 00:23:36 | |
There's plenty of advice out there on gain staging. But what IS gain staging, and why should you care? Justin Colletti goes deep on the fundamentals of gain staging to help you improve your workflow—and your sounds—in the studio. ►See free audio tutorial videos with Justin here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3yghKGBjggTkBYyc-1_larMT6K4rGwmr ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►Get the free mastering workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/Mastering101 ►Get the free mixing workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/MixHabits ►Win free stuff at https://sonicscoop.com/contest Originally Episode 145 on Nov 6th or 15th | |||
| How Much Does Gear Matter in the Studio? | 02 Nov 2021 | 00:27:39 | |
Studio gear is important. Without it you can't make music. But how important, exactly, is the quality of that gear? What really makes a difference and what's snake oil? ►Get the free mastering workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/Mastering101 ►Get the free mixing workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/MixHabits ►Win free stuff at https://sonicscoop.com/contest | |||
| Releasing Good Music Isn't Enough (To Get You Noticed) | 26 Oct 2021 | 00:21:46 | |
Wouldn't it be amazing if you could release your music out into the world and have it find its audience instantly? | |||
| How To Master Albums (...Full of Very Different Sounding Tracks) | 21 Oct 2021 | 00:19:32 | |
During mastering, you sometimes have to fit very different sounding productions onto the same record. Some songs might have been recorded with a full rock band, some might have a more EDM or electronic treatment, while others might be acoustic or have a hip hop feel.
How should a mastering engineer make such a disparate and eclectic selection of songs fit all together on one album? Justin Colletti shares his process and best practices. See free audio tutorial videos with Justin here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3yghKGBjggTkBYyc-1_larMT6K4rGwmr ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►Get the free mastering workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/Mastering101 ►Get the free mixing workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/MixHabits ►Win free stuff at https://sonicscoop.com/contest ►Subscribe to the podcast or leave a rating and review here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sonicscoop-podcast/id1448330690 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0gEpIPfGsScZPowycksAY5 #musicmastering #masteringengineer #musicproduction #audioengineer #musicproducer #musicmixing #audioengineer #musicproducer #audiomixing #mixingengineer #JustinColletti #SonicScoop | |||
| Two Secrets for HUGE Sounding Mixes | 11 Oct 2021 | 00:18:59 | |
Want your mixes to sound HUGE? Or, want a specific instrument to sound huge? Whether you want huge drums, vocals, guitar, or anything else, there are some core principles and secret techniques that will get you there.
See free audio tutorial videos with Justin here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3yghKGBjggTkBYyc-1_larMT6K4rGwmr ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►Get the free mastering workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/Mastering101 ►Get the free mixing workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/MixHabits ►Win free stuff at https://sonicscoop.com/contest ►Subscribe to the podcast or leave a rating and review here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sonicscoop-podcast/id1448330690 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0gEpIPfGsScZPowycksAY5 | |||
| The Most Important Frequency Ranges for EQing Kick and Bass | 02 Oct 2021 | 00:24:24 | |
Kick drum and bass are two of the most important elements in any mix. If they don't sit right, the whole mix doesn't sit right. So what can you do to ensure they have maximum impact when mixing or producing? ►Get Mixing Breakthroughs here: https://miingbreakthroughs.com ►Get Mastering Demystified here: https://Mastering Demystified.com ►Get the free mastering workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/Mastering101 ►Get the free mixing workshop: https://sonicscoop.com/MixHabits ►Win free stuff at https://sonicscoop.com/contest | |||
| Better Editing Can Improve Your Mixes More Than Compression or EQ | 25 Sep 2021 | 00:27:30 | |
Good mixing is important. Sure. We all know that. But so many new mixers try to fix issues that would be much better solved by spending a little more time and attention in editing your tracks. Here's what to listen for. ►Subscribe to the podcast or leave a rating and review here: | |||
| Is Your Mix Just Different, or Actually Better? Here's How to Tell | 16 Sep 2021 | 00:15:11 | |
You're on 8 plugins deep on the vocal track of "Mix 8 Final FINAL Rev3". ►Subscribe to the podcast or leave a rating and review here: | |||
| The Most Overrated Studio Gear (and the Most Underrated) | 08 Sep 2021 | 00:21:45 | |
Justin Colletti gives his picks for the most overrated studio gear for recording, mixing and mastering, as well as the most underrated studio tools. | |||
| The Secret Science of Stacking Compressors | 28 Aug 2021 | 00:22:15 | |
Justin Colletti reveals the secret science of stacking compressors in the mix in the latest episode of the SonicScoop podcast. Learn how to set attack, release, ratio and more in layered compression and limiting. | |||
| Mix Masters: The Secrets of Michael Brauer's Sound | 03 Sep 2024 | 01:35:34 | |
Michael Brauer is one of the most critically acclaimed and influential mixing engineers of all time. But why? | |||
| How to Parallel Compress EVERYTHING: A Comprehensive Guide | 23 Aug 2021 | 00:29:48 | |
Justin Colletti offers his tips on how to use parallel compression and processing on practically everything, from drums to bass to vocals, pianos, 808, mix bus and more. | |||
| 3 Key Takeaways from Producer and Electronic Artist TAETRO | 12 Aug 2021 | 00:05:44 | |
Justin Colletti shares his key insights from a masterclass from music producer and electronic artist TAETRO, who recently appeared at MixCon 2021. | |||
| 3 Key Mixing Takeaways from 7X GRAMMY-Winner Brian Vibberts | 09 Aug 2021 | 00:11:33 | |
Justin Colletti gives a recap of the extremely detailed, 2 hour long mixing masterclass from Brian Vibberts at MixCon 2021. | |||
| 3 Key Takeaways from Award-Winning Mixer on Mixing Soundtracks and Orchestral Elements | 30 Jul 2021 | 00:18:17 | |
Justin Colletti offers his top 3 takeaways from Jake Jackson and Christian Henson’s Mixing Masterclass at MixCon 2021. | |||
| Top 3 Insights from Multi-Platinum Mixer Koen Heldens | 22 Jul 2021 | 00:10:10 | |
Justin Colletti shares his key takeaways from Koen Heldens' 2021 MixCon masterclass. Check out Koen's full masterclass here: https://youtu.be/WHfTwWVt5CY | |||
| Top 3 Music Production Insights from Tom Holkenborg (aka Junkie XL) | 16 Jul 2021 | 00:11:42 | |
Justin Colletti shares his top 3 takeaways from Tom Holkenborg (AKA Junkie XL)'s MixCon Masterclass. | |||
| Top 3 Takeaways from Grammy-Winning Mixer Quentin "Q" Gilkey | 08 Jul 2021 | 00:11:44 | |
Justin Colletti shares his top 3 insights from Quentin "Q" Gilkey's recent MiCon presentation. See the full mix walkthrough here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVkcb1P6Q8k | |||
| The Top 5 EQ Myths, Busted! | 06 Jul 2021 | 00:24:54 | |
Is it really better to cut than to boost? Is phase shift from EQ really a problem? Justin Colletti answers all these common EQ questions and more. | |||
| You’re Not Automating Your Mix Enough! | 17 Jun 2021 | 00:29:03 | |
Chances are that unless you’re an in-demand mixer at the top of your craft, you’re not using enough automation in you mixes. Great automation is not just optional. It’s required for mix balances that work throughout the entire song, and enhance the emotional impact of the whole production. But it’s not just levels that can and should be automated. It’s pans, EQs and effects too. Discover some of the most commonly neglected instruments you’ll want to start doing level rides on right away, and some special automation tricks for both mixing and mastering. Thanks to Soundtoys, Fab Filter and JZ microphones for sponsoring this episode. Remember to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. | |||
| For a Career in Music, You Need Lots of Little Victories | 10 Jun 2021 | 00:22:39 | |
Many try and few succeed at having sustainable careers in music. It can even be hard to keep it going as a fulfilling hobby, without the right mindset. To stay in the game and keep moving in the right direction, you need lots of little victories leading up to the big ones. Justin Colletti explores. | |||
| Best Headphones for Mixing: $400 & Under [2024] | 26 Aug 2024 | 01:15:23 | |
Justin Colletti reviews the top pro level headphones for mixing, focusing on open back models for $400 and under from brands like Audeze, Avantone, Hifiman, Beyerdynamic, Sennheiser, Sony, Steven Slate, Shure, AKG, Neumann, Focal, Audio Technica and more. Avantone Planar the II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c/3177824/794166/11319?u=https://www.sweetwater.com/store/search.php?s=Avantone%20Planar%20II Hifiman Edition XS: https://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&tag=sonicscoop08-20&linkCode=index=mi&keywords=Hifiman%20Edition%20XS Sennheiser HD 490 Pro: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c/3177824/794166/11319?u=https://www.sweetwater.com/store/search.php?s=sennheiser%20HD%20490%20pro Sony MDR MV1: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c/3177824/794166/11319?u=https://www.sweetwater.com/store/search.php?s=Sony%20MDR%20MV1 Austrian Audio Hi-X: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/search?s=Austrian+Audio+Hi-X&irclickid=UiKUjiwdAxyNRaZ0i2WejQ8cUkF1q83EN2%3AHS40&irgwc=1&utm+medium=SonicScoop&utm+source=Impact Beyerdynamic DT Series: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/search?s=Beyerdynamic+DT&irclickid=UiKUjiwdAxyNRaZ0i2WejQ8cUkF1qaSIN2%3AHS40&irgwc=1&utm+medium=SonicScoop&utm+source=Impact ►Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►Become a Member! Join this channel for access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqEKv3KIZoZrjv2LymD3iMg/join | |||
| Dial In Your Effects BEFORE You Mix? | 03 Jun 2021 | 00:09:04 | |
Dialing in your effects before you even start your mix may seem "backwards" to some. But it's actually the way a lot of the best mixers work. | |||
| How to Get More Stereo WIDTH in Your Mixes | 27 May 2021 | 00:26:20 | |
Getting a wide, immersive stereo soundscape is one of the key features of mixes that sound impressive and hi-fi. But how to do it? | |||
| How Your Ears Will Lie To You (And What to Do About It) | 20 May 2021 | 00:36:52 | |
As audio professionals, we need to trust our ears. But can we? Sometimes yes, sometimes no. Justin Colletti shares what we can do to help us trust what we hear. | |||
| Why Pre-Production is the Key to Great Records | 13 May 2021 | 00:15:51 | |
Is the demo dead in the age of the DAW? Never! This week, Justin Colletti shares why pre-production is still crucially important for music releases that make a dent in the universe. | |||
| How to Mix Your Own Tracks (And Why You Maybe Shouldn't) | 07 May 2021 | 00:26:42 | |
Should you mix your own music? Probably not, in many cases. But if you're committed to doing so, here are some of the keys to really making it work. | |||
| Mixing From Scratch Isn't the Only Way (A More Modern Approach to Mixing) | 30 Apr 2021 | 00:19:37 | |
These days, top mixers don't always mix from scratch. And they don't always try to reinvent the mix either. Here's a more modern high-level approach for better mixes. | |||
| A Much Better Way to Talk About Sound (What do "Warm" and "Punchy" Really Mean??) | 22 Apr 2021 | 00:19:06 | |
It's been said that talking about music or sound is like dancing about architecture. We often use words to describe what we're hearing without having any luck at getting our point across. Is there a better way? | |||
| Top 10 Reasons Not to Become an Audio Engineer | 16 Apr 2021 | 00:26:19 | |
In this episode, Justin Colletti tries to talk you out of all your hopes and dreams of being an audio engineer or music producer. He hopes he succeeds! (Really but not really.) | |||
| Why Super High Resolution Audio Makes No Sense | 08 Apr 2021 | 00:34:06 | |
Is there any point to super high resolution audio? Probably not. Here's why. | |||
| How to Deal with Mix Revisions (Should They Cost Extra?) | 26 Mar 2021 | 00:30:11 | |
Mix revisions can be a real pain. Or, they can be the best thing to happen to your mix. How can you make them less frequent, more seamless and more productive? Justin Colletti gives you all the secrets. | |||
| Is Spotify Audio Quality a Problem? (...And is there a service that's better for artists?) | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:58:33 | |
Spotify! Is the audio quality a problem? Can you evaluate mixes through it? And, is the pay structure harmful to artists? Do playlists make music worse? | |||
| Does Dither Really Matter? | 18 Mar 2021 | 00:17:13 | |
Dithering Demystified! Is Dither as important as it's made out to be? What effect does it have on your audio? When should you do it? And which kind is best? Justin Colletti explores. | |||
| Everything You Wanted to Know About Sidechain Compression (...but were afraid to ask) | 11 Mar 2021 | 00:15:10 | |
How, why, when and where should you use sidechain dynamics processing? Justin Colletti gives you the overview of all the principles and common applications. | |||
| How to Use Saturation on the Mix & Master Bus | 04 Mar 2021 | 00:16:42 | |
Does saturation have a place in mastering or on the mix bus? Absolutely says Justin Colletti. It can increase depth, density and perception of detail, and used properly, can help give you a louder, more pleasant sounding master. Here are some ideas on how to use it in your work. | |||