Master Your Mix Podcast

Mike Indovina
Master Your Mix Podcast

Helping musicians, engineers and producers create professional recordings and mixes from home so you can showcase your talents in the best way possible and grow your career.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Dave Cerminara: Creating Mixes With Vibe

    Dave Cerminara is a Grammy-nominated producer and mixer. Originally from Pittsburgh, Dave landed in Los Angeles in 2015 and quickly amassed an impressive list of credits and collaborators. He began working alongside producer Lars Stalfors on pristine alt-rock recordings for Cold War Kids, Foster the People, and The Neighbourhood, and later became Jonathan Wilson’s go-to collaborator for the likes of Dawes and Father John Misty.  His production prowess is evident on releases from Paris Texas and Bartees Strange, with “Wretched” — from Strange’s Farm to Table — earning critical acclaim and landing on countless year-end lists. In 2022, Dave reprised his role as engineer and mixer for Father John Misty’s Chloë and the Next 20th Century, earning him a Grammy Nomination for Best Engineered Album. His most recent credits include Phosphorescent, Flyte, Billy Lemos, Haich Ber Na, and Matilda Lyn.  IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Learning through observing othersFocusing on your speedKeyboard shortcutsSaying “yes” to all opportunities - Good idea or bad?Building a mix on top of the rough mixWorking from other people’s sessionsSetting your initial track levelsEstablishing the vibe of a mixShould you add effects on everything to make them cohesive?The power of automationMaking room around the vocalWorking with artists like Phosphorescent and Father John MistyHow big mixes don’t require dense track countsCalibrating your ears for different speakers and rooms To learn more about Dave Cerminara, visit: https://davecerminara.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions? For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/    Check out our Sponsors: Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K   Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify:a...

    1h 22m
  2. 13 NOV

    Rob Chiarappa: Taking Songs From Demos to Full Productions

    Rob Chiarappa is an award-winning producer, mixer, and songwriter based out of New Jersey. Rob works out of the world-renowned Barber Shop Studios in Hopatcong, NJ as his home base but has relationships with studios in major cities around the globe to make records happen in most places. Rob’s objective is to treat each project uniquely and work with artists to reach an end result that best represents their creative vision being as “hands on” or “hands off” as the artist is comfortable with. The Story So Far, Hot Mulligan, Mom Jeans, Midtown IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Why small basement studios can yield better resultsThe role of a producerTaking control of your own vision for your tracksDissecting the gold in a demoFinding the “pocket” of a songOvercoming demo-itisThings to pay attention to to help produce your own songsFulfilling the vision of the artists vs. your ownDeveloping songs from the ground upGetting paid fairly for your servicesShould you take songwriting royalties?Why Metric AB is the best plugin of all time To learn more about Rob Chiarappa, visit: https://robchiarappa.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions? For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/    Check out our Sponsors: Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej   Have questions you’d like answered on the show? Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com   Please leave a rating and review: a href="https://masteryourmix.com/review/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    1h 1m
  3. 6 NOV

    Sean Moffitt: Making Mixes Wider With Frequency Automation

    Sean Moffitt is a 3 time Grammy winner, with over 70 billboard number 1’s over multiple genres. He has worked with Keith Urban, Thomas Rhett, Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Diplo, James Arthur, Lauren Daigle, Ben Rector, Lady A, Patrick Droney, Kane Brown, Kelsie Ballerina, Josh Groban, Ingrid Michelson, and many others. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Being a mixing-only engineerBuilding your portfolioWorking from the rough mixKnowing when to leave something alone in a mixBalancing the low end in your mixMixing like there’s no masteringWhat to look for in a mastering engineerMaking mixes that have movementCreative approaches to panningSean’s hybrid mix setupWorking in an open-concept mixing roomHis unique listening environment that ensures his mixes translate.Doing the “car test” To learn more about Sean Moffitt, visit: https://www.instagram.com/smoffitt13/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions? For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/    Check out our Sponsors: Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K   Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej   Have questions you’d like answered on the show?   Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com   Please leave a rating and review:   https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

    56 min
  4. 30 OCT

    Nick Rad: The Value of Having a Team in Music Production

    Nick Rad is a highly sought-after mixing engineer who has worked with major artists such as Rachel Platten, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, Hilary Duff, Nick Fradiani, MAX, Anberlin, and Skillet. Nick began his musical career in the late 90s as a signed and touring musician in the punk rock band Hangnail (Tooth and Nail Records). He later switched gears to take over drums in the pop-rock band Acceptance (Columbia Records). While making records and touring for 7 years, his love of recording and production became his passion, which led him to where he is today. With a tasteful production sense, a highly tuned ear, and a strong midwestern work ethic, Nick delivers mixes that have made him a staple in the professional mixing scene. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Working with producers like Bill Stevenson, Stephen Egerton, Howard Benson, and Aaron SprinkleHaving an assembly-line approach to productionHiring help for your studioThe value of editingHow you don’t necessarily need to market your studio, as long as you do this one thing…Niching down your servicesMixing vocals to fit in the mixAuditioning vocal chainsUsing sidechaining to help with your low-endHow to prepare your mixes so they are optimized for deliverables To learn more about Nick Radovanovic, visit: https://nickrad.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Want additional help with your music productions? For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/   Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.comThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/   Check out our Sponsors: Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K   Subscribe to the show:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej    Have questions you’d like answered on the show?   Send them to...

    1h 1m
  5. 23 OCT

    Mike Cervantes: Running an Efficient Mastering Business

    Mike Cervantes is a Grammy-nominated, Juno award-winning multi-platinum mastering engineer with over 30 Billboard #1 songs and 9 Dove Award wins. At his studio The Foxboro, he has worked with select artists such as Kane Brown, Walker Hayes, Julia Michaels, Alan Walker, Lauren Daigle, Toby Mac, Flo Rida, Josh Ross, Brandon Lake, Mitchell Tenpenny, Russell Dickerson, Tyler Hubbard, Phil Wickham, Skillet, Lecrae, Yung Gravy, Avril Lavigne, Maverick City Music, Underoath, Misterwives, Against The Current, CeCe Winans, and many many more. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Taking the entrepreneurial journeyWorking for Scott Hull of MasterdiskDeciding to stop working at one of the biggest mastering studiosBuilding your clienteleUsing social media to sell your servicesWhy your gear doesn’t attract clientsThe benefits of switching from an analog to digital workflowManaging your time when you’re working on hundreds of projectsUsing Zapier to help streamline your business processes and save moneyMastering fastKnowing the needs of your clients To learn more about Mike Cervantes, visit: https://www.thefoxboro.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/   Want additional help with your music productions? For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors: Want to make the process of dealing with mix-revisions easy? Check out Samply and get three months free off any plan: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej   Have questions you’d like answered on the show? Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

    1h 18m
  6. 16 OCT

    Tyler Smyth: Creating “Moments” in Your Music

    Tyler Smyth has dedicated his life to music. As a music producer, Tyler has landed multiple #1 singles in the rock category, both on the Billboard charts and on terrestrial rock radio. He was named as the first ever #1 Hard Rock Producer on the charts debut, holding the #1, #2, and #5 spots simultaneously with his productions from Falling in Reverse and I Prevail, and has since held the #1 spot 39 times and counting. In 2019, he received two Grammy nominations (Best Rock Album and Best Metal Performance) for the 2019 Grammy awards as the sole Producer of I Prevail’s album TRAUMA. I Prevail’s follow up album, TRUE POWER, debuted as the Spotify #2 album in the US, #4 album worldwide. Falling in Reverse's brand new album POPULAR MONSTER debuted as the Spotify #2 album worldwide and includes multiple RIAA gold and 2x platinum certifications for songs like “Popular Monster”, “Voices in My Head”, “ZOMBIFIED” and more. As the frontman of Dangerkids, guitarist of Let’s Get It, and several other signed acts — Tyler has performed over 1000 shows around the world in his lifetime. He serves as a special guest mentor at Musician’s Institute for 4 years running, and has contributed to several internet publications and podcasts on the topics of music production, performing, touring, creating a fanbase, and more. His producer credits include Falling in Reverse, I Prevail, Lights, Skillet, NASA, SEGA, and more. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Following your passions Thinking outside of the box with songwriting Creating “moments” with your music Working with bands like I Prevail and Falling In Reverse Using automation in your mixes to create excitement The quest for perfection The “white noise” trick for setting up your mix levels Assigning a mission statement to each song The reason song names matter To learn more about Tyler Smyth, visit: https://tylersmyth.com/ For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Check out Samply here: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

    1h 37m
  7. 9 OCT

    Pete Min: Being in Service to the Music

    Pete Min is a recording engineer, producer and label owner based in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles. His label Colorfield Records features artful collaborative explorations with musicians in unlikely configurations. Pete’s studio Lucy’s Meat Market has become one of the most in demand spots for recording among a subset of musical artists with LA ties ranging from Ben Wendel and Larry Goldings to Andrew Bird and Feist. Min started Colorfield Records to pursue a less traditional approach to recording, one that he refers to as “sculpted chaos.” He says, “I want what’s in the subconscious. I don’t want it ironed out. When people are just doing it and it’s coming out, that’s what I’m interested in.” Since launching in 2021 the label has released records by Abe Rounds, Larry Goldings, Mark Guiliana, Sam Gendel, Anthony Wilson, Brad Allen Williams and others. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Starting a studio business Getting your first clients Capturing improved music Not sticking to songwriting “formulas” Embracing spontaneity Optimizing your studio space for speed and creativity Being in service to the music, not your audio skills Why you should avoid using compression while recording To learn more about Pete Min, visit: https://petemin.com/ For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Check out Samply here: http://samply.app/?utm_source=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

    57 min
  8. 2 OCT

    Cody McWaters: Helping Artists Define Their Sound

    Cody McWaters is an ARIA award-winning producer, engineer, mixer, and musician based in Brisbane, Australia. Under the mentorship of ARIA award-winning producer, Doug Roberts (INXS, John Farnham, Boom Crash Opera), Cody spent his formative years gaining an insight into a range of production approaches and the importance of nurturing musical relationships that play a strong role in developing the sound of emerging artists. With a talent for understanding and developing artists’ sounds, Cody has established himself as a leading engineer and producer in the Brisbane area, working closely with the likes of King Stingray, Selfish Sons, and Osaka Punch. His relaxed and easygoing approach provides a calm atmosphere in any creative environment, allowing artists to create and explore comfortably, resulting in the best musical outcome. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Working in multiple genres Helping artists define their sound Working under Doug Roberts (INXS) Using gear that you don’t think should work Working with artists like The Chats and FELONY Focusing on clarity in a mix Not being afraid to mute tracks Stepping outside of your comfort zone as an engineer Top-down mixing How to have perspective on your own mixes To learn more about Cody McWaters, visit: https://www.codymcwaters.com/ For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/ Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books: The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review: https://masteryourmix.com/review/

    52 min

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