converSAtions with Indian Musicians and Sound Engineers

Aditya Mehta

Welcome to Conversations with Indian Musicians and Sound Engineers - a podcast for music creators, by the creators! Join us as we explore the art of making music and the skill of sound engineering. You’ll also get valuable tips on Indian copyright law from legal experts. Discover personal stories, industry secrets, and real-life experiences from talented artists shaping the future of music in India and beyond. Language: English, Hindi, and select episodes in regional language Host: Aditya Nikhil Mehta

  1. #43e - Some Defining Moments of SudeepAudio.com’s 26-Year Journey | Aditya Mehta’s Reflections & Gratitude

    16 OCT

    #43e - Some Defining Moments of SudeepAudio.com’s 26-Year Journey | Aditya Mehta’s Reflections & Gratitude

    In this final episode of the converSAtions podcast series celebrating 26 years of SudeepAudio.com, co-founder Aditya Mehta looks back at some of the most defining moments from this remarkable journey.From receiving praise by legends like A.R. Rahman, Adnan Sami, and several top musicians and sound engineers, to being awarded India’s Best Pro Audio Dealer at the IRAA Awards 2013, each milestone tells a story of passion, perseverance, and purpose.Aditya also recalls how a converSAtions interview sparked a new chapter in Indian music history — when author Ashis Ghatak was inspired to write a book on jazz maestro Louiz Banks, thanks to SudeepAudio’s videos.He closes the episode with heartfelt gratitude to his developer team, office staff, customers, and vendors, whose constant support has powered this 26-year-long musical journey.And in a message to today’s creators, Aditya encourages musicians to believe in themselves and their music — reminding them that AI tools are only tools, not threats to true creativity.🎧 Tune in to celebrate the spirit behind India’s first pro audio webstore and the community that made it all possible.

    13 min
  2. #43d - Rapid Fire Questions with our co-founder Aditya Mehta | Fun Moments from 26 Years of @SudeepAudio

    14 OCT

    #43d - Rapid Fire Questions with our co-founder Aditya Mehta | Fun Moments from 26 Years of @SudeepAudio

    In Episode 4 of the converSAtions podcast celebrating 26 years of SudeepAudio.com, co-founder Aditya Mehta takes the hot seat for a fun rapid-fire round! 🔥This time, it’s all about getting to know the man behind India’s first pro-audio webstore — his personal side, music preferences, and a few unexpected answers along the way.🎙️ Tune in to discover:- Aditya’s quick takes on music, life, and creativity- Surprising choices and spontaneous answers- Light-hearted moments from the 26-year SudeepAudio journeyIf you’ve followed the earlier episodes, this one’s a refreshing break — short, fun, and personal!

    3 min
  3. #43c - How SudeepAudio connected India’s Pro Audio scene to Global Software Brands | Ep. 3 with Aditya Mehta

    10 OCT

    #43c - How SudeepAudio connected India’s Pro Audio scene to Global Software Brands | Ep. 3 with Aditya Mehta

    In this episode of converSAtions, Aditya Mehta takes us behind the scenes of how SudeepAudio.com connected with leading global pro audio brands. From India’s first online pro audio store to becoming a trusted partner for international companies — this journey is all about trust, passion, and persistence. 🎧 Discover how a small Indian team built global audio ties that still resonate today. Aditya also shares the story of how Philtre Labs was founded in 2007 along with composers Salim - Sulaiman, marking another milestone in India’s evolving music production scene. Along the way, Aditya recalls the early challenges of the pre-eCommerce era — including stories of malpractices and mis-selling by retailers — and how those experiences shaped his mission to bring transparency and trust to India’s pro audio market.

    18 min
  4. #43b - Building SudeepAudio.com since 1999: Early Challenges & Growth

    7 OCT

    #43b - Building SudeepAudio.com since 1999: Early Challenges & Growth

    In this episode, Aditya Mehta shares how SudeepAudio.com started in 1999 and grew into India’s trusted pro audio webstore. 🎙️ Hear about the early struggles, slow internet days, and the creative solutions that shaped the brand. ⚙️ Discover how more services and layers were added over the years — and the lessons learned along the way. 💡 A must-listen for anyone building something from scratch or following their passion for music and sound.

    16 min
  5. #43a - How did the idea of SudeepAudio.com germinate? co-founder Aditya Mehta shares his story

    2 OCT

    #43a - How did the idea of SudeepAudio.com germinate? co-founder Aditya Mehta shares his story

    Making his own debut on converSAtions, Aditya Mehta — co-founder and CEO of SudeepAudio.com, India’s first pro audio webstore — shares his personal journey of how it all began.Aditya talks about growing up in a home filled with music, thanks to his father, Nikhil Mehta’s recording studio, and how this environment sparked his passion for audio and technology. This episode dives into the early inspirations that led to creating Sudeep Audio in 1999, when the internet was still new in India, and how the dream of building an online pro audio community was born.If you’re passionate about music, audio gear, or the story of building something meaningful from scratch, this episode is for you.🎧 Subscribe to hear more stories on the journey of Sudeep Audio and the people behind India’s music technology evolution.

    6 min
  6. #42i - Film songs are pure commercial music | Indrajit Sharma Tubby | converSAtions

    5 JUL

    #42i - Film songs are pure commercial music | Indrajit Sharma Tubby | converSAtions

    In this last episode (part 9/9) of the series, music composer and producer, Indrajit Sharma Tubby, talks about what makes a song a hit song. He also emphasizes on the importance of learning to play an instrument before venturing into the world of films and TV. A big thank you to Tubby for giving us all deep insights into making of the film music in the golden era as well as what happens nowadays.

    17 min
  7. #42h - Gaano ka asli baap kaun hai | Indrajit Sharma Tubby | converSAtions

    29 JUN

    #42h - Gaano ka asli baap kaun hai | Indrajit Sharma Tubby | converSAtions

    In part 8/9 of this series, music composer and producer, Indrajit Sharma Tubby, discusses his thoughts on who is the true owner of a song created for a film. Do listen to this episode and we will realise as music lovers that it is high time to give due and full credit to the music composers and arrangers (now called music producers).In the final episode of this series, Tubby talks about reasons for a film song becoming a hit, and also stresses on the importance of knowing the basics of music before getting into this field.

    13 min
  8. #42g - Maine kaha inki awaaz suno | Indrajit Sharma Tubby | converSAtions

    26 JUN

    #42g - Maine kaha inki awaaz suno | Indrajit Sharma Tubby | converSAtions

    In part 7/9 of this series, music composer and producer, Indrajit Sharma Tubby, tells us how the decision to lock a singer for a film song is done by a music composer. He shares that unfortunately today singers call it their song, while they are actually only a part of it just like any other musician who has played on it.In the next episode, Tubby talks about who actually is the true owner of a song.

    14 min
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Welcome to Conversations with Indian Musicians and Sound Engineers - a podcast for music creators, by the creators! Join us as we explore the art of making music and the skill of sound engineering. You’ll also get valuable tips on Indian copyright law from legal experts. Discover personal stories, industry secrets, and real-life experiences from talented artists shaping the future of music in India and beyond. Language: English, Hindi, and select episodes in regional language Host: Aditya Nikhil Mehta

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