https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptRPGlru9L8Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Innovating Audio; Rubin Tilgner's Journey To Starting Elysia (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptRPGlru9L8) Hi everybody, I hope you’re doing marvellously well. Today I have the immense pleasure of sitting down with Ruben Tilgner, a man whose…
The Motor Museum: A Liverpool Studio Steeped in Legacy, Driven by Vision – Al Groves’ Creative Sanctuary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTxJsT6kDQ8Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: The Motor Museum: A Liverpool Studio Steeped in Legacy, Driven by Vision (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTxJsT6kDQ8) Tucked away on Hesketh Street, just off Liverpool’s iconic Lark Lane, sits a nondescript green door behind which lies one…
Produce Like A Pro Academy: Where Community Makes the Music
When I first imagined the Produce Like A Pro Academy (PLAPA), I didn’t want to just teach recording and mixing, I wanted to build a community. A place where musicians, engineers, and producers from all walks of life could come together, support…
Al Groves and The Motor Museum: From DIY Passion to World-Class Production
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxoJTxmmhLoVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: From DIY Studio To Chart Topping Tracks – Al Groves Interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxoJTxmmhLo) Nestled in the leafy Lark Lane district of Liverpool, The Motor Museum is far more than a recording studio. It…
Create Together, Grow Together: The Future of Music Production
In an era where technology connects us more than ever before, something truly powerful is happening in the world of music production. At Produce Like A Pro Academy, we’re seeing a quiet revolution—one where musicians, producers, and engineers from different…
I Forgot Just How Good Darrell Thorp Is…
Every once in a while, you listen back to a record you haven’t heard in ages and get completely floored. That happened to me the other night. I was playing Beck’s Morning Phase, the sound was so rich, so open, so…
How To Get Vocals To Sit In Your Mix Perfectly
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syudb_B1x_AVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Mixing Vocals to Sit Properly in the Mix – Warren Huart: Produce Like A Pro (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syudb_B1x_A) One of the very first videos I ever released on the Produce Like A Pro channel, over ten…
Forget Stereo? Joe Carrell Just Went Full Atmos — And Here’s the Truth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkwthEcIis8Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Joe Carrell Just Went Full ATMOS — He Breaks Down The Build and Gear Set Up (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkwthEcIis8) Our dear friend and mentor Joe Carroll has taken a bold and inspiring leap—transforming his already brilliant…
MetalCon 2025: The Ultimate Metal Production Experience
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YK4e1p6uBIVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: The Ultimate Metal Production Experience: MetalCon 2025 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YK4e1p6uBI) MetalCon 2025: The Ultimate Metal Production ExperienceMay 30 – June 1 | Studio 301, Frankfurt, Germany🎟️ Tickets on sale now at metalcon.music/tickets Get ready for MetalCon 2025,…
Why Personal Branding Is the Smartest Investment You Can Make
“I don’t want our marketing to depend on me and my personal brand.” I used to say the same thing. And if I’m honest, I was afraid. Afraid of looking like I was making it “about me,” afraid of being…
Genelec: Exploring the Legacy and Innovation in Professional Audio Monitoring
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krMiu8NBNG4Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Genelec Revised (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krMiu8NBNG4) Genelec has long been synonymous with precision, quality, and innovation in the world of professional audio monitoring. Founded in 1978 as a family-run business in the Finnish countryside, Genelec…
Mixing At Elysia: Unlocking the Power of Hybrid Mixing Techniques
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TEPqfJJWuYVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Hybrid Mixing With Hardware at Elysia (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TEPqfJJWuY) Download The Multitracks Here Welcome to a deep dive into the art and science of mixing, inspired by an unforgettable trip to Germany to visit…
Steve Bays Interview: Behind the Scenes of Music Production and Band Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaB8G-zh8gUVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: He FIRED Rick Rubin? The Steve Bays Interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaB8G-zh8gU) In this in-depth conversation with Steve Bays — a longtime collaborator and creative force behind iconic records — we explore the art and craft of…
Community Spirit: A Musical Fundraiser for Fire-Affected Musicians
DOWNLOAD THE MULTITRACKS FROM THE CONCERT HERE How a Hollywood studio, 43 musicians, and a shared mission turned one evening into a legacy of hope. In the beating heart of Los Angeles, where creativity hums in every side street and…
Mixing Magic: The Journey of Hans-Martin Buff
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6G1DDIqPasVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Mixing Magic: The Journey of Hans-Martin Buff (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6G1DDIqPas) In the world of music production, few names resonate as profoundly as Hans-Martin Buff. His recent Grammy win for Best Immersive Album with Peter…
Alan Meyerson: Inside the Mind of a Master Mixer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3i-ZtfbCwR0Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Alan Meyerson – The Interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3i-ZtfbCwR0) There’s something quietly seismic about talking to Alan Meyerson. He won’t let you call him a legend, though every resume line screams otherwise. With over 300…
Push, Pull, Pocket: The Real Secret to Great Groove and Feel
How to produce rhythm sections that breathe, move, and feel unforgettable. We live in an age of pristine production, where everything can be snapped perfectly to the grid and polished to a mirror shine. Yet, when you talk to people…
Exploring Song Structure and Mixing Techniques with Richard Furch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGjKiqUxkEsVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Advanced MIXING Techniques With Richard Furch (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGjKiqUxkEs) Richard’s latest course with Pro Mix Academy is packed with gold. If you’re serious about elevating your mixes, check it out here: Mixing Modern Pop &…
What Was the Greatest Supergroup Ever?
What Is a Supergroup? A supergroup is a band formed by musicians who are already famous or accomplished from previous projects, whether as solo artists or members of other successful groups. Unlike typical bands that rise together, supergroups are born from existing…
Chris Von Sneidern’s Pocket-Sized Powerhouse: A Studio Steeped in Songs and Stories
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iyYLd-OjrU&t=505sVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Hidden Pocket-Sized Studio: Chris Von Sneidern (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iyYLd-OjrU&t=505s) Tucked away in San Francisco’s Mission District is a small, fireproof room that holds decades of sonic history. It’s not a museum, though it could…
The Pros and Cons of Pro Tools
A personal look at why I use it—and why so many professionals do too Pro Tools is one of the most widely used DAWs in music, post-production, and broadcast. Whether you’re tracking a band, editing dialogue for a feature film,…
Mix Review Checklist: The Basics
When reviewing a mix, it’s easy to get lost in the music or hyper-focused on one element. This checklist is designed to help maintain perspective and catch the most common technical, tonal, and musical issues before moving on to mastering—or…
The Ultimate Pro Tools Course with Jon Connolly – Now Only $67
If you’ve ever dreamed of producing music to the same standard as the records you grew up with — the ones that shaped your taste, your memories, and maybe even your career path — then this is your moment. The…
Mix With Instinct – Trust Your Ears
If there’s one message I wish every engineer would take to heart, it’s this: use your ears. In a world flooded with visual tools, specs, and plugins packed with readouts, it’s easy to forget that mixing isn’t a visual discipline. It’s…
Compressing Bass with the Audioscape Opto Compressor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g379HdScIfgVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Recording & Mixing Heart Of Gold by Neil Young | AudioScape 260VU & Opto Comp Review (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g379HdScIfg) When it comes to achieving that thick, warm bass sound in music production, few tools…
Inside Dream Rack Studios: A Journey with Trent Berry – Based at the Legendary Hyde Street Studios
Welcome to Dream Rack Studios, a creative hub where music comes alive through passion and dedication. Located within the legendary Hyde Street Studios in San Francisco, Dream Rack stands on hallowed ground. For decades, these rooms have echoed with the sounds of cultural…
What Is an Impulse Response and Why Guitarists Should Care
An impulse response (IR) is like a sonic snapshot – it captures the complete character of your amp setup in incredible detail. In guitar terms, it means recreating the sound of your speaker, mic, mic placement, and even the room you’re playing…
Recording Drums with Will Chason at Hyde Street Studios
Download The Multitracks Here! A deep dive into drum tracking at San Francisco’s most legendary studio Welcome to the exciting world of drum recording at the legendary Hyde Street Studios in San Francisco. This iconic space has played host to…
Stop Sounding Generic: A Guide to Making Metal Music More Exciting
Featuring insights from Swedish producer Ulf Blomberg’s course: From MIDI to Mayhem Let’s face it: a lot of modern metal productions sound… the same. Super clean. Ultra tight. Triggered to death. Technically perfect—but creatively safe. If you want your mix to…
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The 20 Best Guitar Impulse Responses in 2025 [Free and Paid]
Collecting impulse responses isn’t necessarily new tech. But it is becoming increasingly popular for capturing the sound of a unique speaker cabinet, microphone, and room for guitar. Beyond your amp settings, there’s a whole lot more that affects your…
Understanding Compression: Your Ultimate Guide – With Real-World Insight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pMlRuv6Bo4Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: How To Use COMPRESSION: Ultimate Breakdown (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pMlRuv6Bo4) Compression isn’t just a technical tool, it’s a shaping force—one of those subtle yet powerful techniques that can define the emotional impact of a track.…
Simple Ways to Increase Loudness in Your Mix
By definition, loudness is a subjective perception of volume. It varies from person to person based on a variety of physiology and psychological factors. It’s also frequently confused with physical measures of volume, such as sound pressure level represented by…
Michael Beinhorn: A Life in Sound, A Legacy in Creativity
Happy Birthday to Michael Beinhorn — Visionary, Mentor, and Friend Happy Birthday, Michael. Today we celebrate not just the extraordinary producer behind some of the most iconic records in music history, but also the brilliant mind, generous spirit, and…
Exploring the World of Otis McDonald: A Journey Through Music, Innovation, and Studio Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGGqZm1slSIVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: 7.6 BILLION Youtube Views Making Money From Royalty Free Music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGGqZm1slSI) In the heart of San Francisco, the legendary Studio D inside Hyde Street Studios serves as a backdrop for a fascinating…
Happy 90th Birthday, Carol Kaye: A Tribute to a Musical Icon
I had the unforgettable experience of meeting Carol Kaye at NAMM in the late ‘90s. She was at a booth, playing jazz guitar with the same effortless brilliance that had defined her career. I was utterly starstruck. To witness her…
FIRE RELIEF LIVE FOR LOS ANGELES MUSIC AND FILM INDUSTRY
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Exploring Wally’s HydeOut: A Producer’s Perspective
As a producer, engineer, and mixer, I’ve worked in many studios, each with its own strengths. But stepping into Wally’s HydeOut, housed inside the legendary Hyde Street Studios, is something special. This is a space where modern recording technology and vintage analogue warmth…
Mixing Pop Vocals: Insights and Techniques with Richard Furch
When it comes to mixing pop vocals, there’s a world of techniques and insights that can elevate your tracks from good to great. Here, with Richard Furch, we dive deep into the nuances of mixing vocals, exploring the choices and…
Exploring the Creative Space of Richard Furch’s Studio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLz4o4bOjgQVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: STUDIO Tour Ultimate MIX Room With Richard Furch (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLz4o4bOjgQ) Check Out Richard’s New Course Here Stepping into a recording studio is like entering a world where creativity meets technology, and that’s exactly…
Mastering Music: Insights from Stefan Brown at Abbey Road
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDmKf-VwEn0Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Stefan Brown interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDmKf-VwEn0) In the world of music production, mastering is often considered a mysterious art. With many aspiring engineers looking to elevate their skills, it’s crucial to gain insights from…
Inside Hyde Street Studios: A Journey Through Music’s Sacred Ground
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CB2ZC-1v0dgVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Hyde Street Studios: A Journey Through Music’s Sacred Ground (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CB2ZC-1v0dg) The moment I stepped through the doors of Hyde Street Studios, I felt a shift in the air. It was more than…
Achieve More Punch, Depth & Dimension in Your Mixes Than Ever Before!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bURBOgnBzw&feature=youtu.beVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Mixing In The Box Tips & Tricks With Marc Daniel Nelson (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bURBOgnBzw&feature=youtu.be) Exclusive Marc Daniel Nelson Mixing Bundle – Unbelievable Value! 1 Grammy-Nominated Mentor – 6 Courses – 7 Sets of Label-Quality…
Inside Melody and Lyrics: How Toby Gad Shapes Iconic Songs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waWUDlBwjHYVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Inside Melody and Lyrics with Toby Gad (Beyonce. John Legend, Fergie, Demi Lovato) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waWUDlBwjHY) Meet Toby Gad, a remarkable songwriter, producer, and keyboard player whose journey through the music industry has been…
Unlocking Energy in Your Mix: A Hands-On Demo of the Fuel Plugin
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPq0fW90NfI&feature=youtu.beVideo can't be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Musik Hack. - Fuel (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPq0fW90NfI&feature=youtu.be) Let’s talk about energy in music. That feeling when a track just hits—when the drums punch, the synths breathe, and the whole mix comes to life. That’s what Fuel is built for.…
Fender Telecaster: The Guitar That Changed Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boP1APSuGEMVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Fender Telecaster: The Guitar That Changed Music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boP1APSuGEM) The Fender Telecaster is the very first mass-produced solid-body electric guitar, and one of the three iconic first-generation solid-body electric guitars. The other two…
Behind the Boards with Aerosmith: The Making of “Music from Another Dimension!”
When I first stepped into the studio to work on Aerosmith’s fifteenth studio album, “Music from Another Dimension!” I knew I was about to embark on an unforgettable musical journey. Engineered and mixed during 2011–2012, this album marked not only…
Designing the Perfect Studio: With Hush Paz of Sense & Sound
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svuqKXpm6MYVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Designing the Perfect Studio: With Hush Paz of Sense & Sound (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svuqKXpm6MY) Welcome to an exploration of studio design and acoustics! Today, we delve into the world of studio setup, focusing on…
The GREATEST STUDIO In STOCKHOLM – Gröndahl STUDIO With Kristian Kohle & David Castillo
https://studio.youtube.com/video/Yd9ww6BBP1A/edit Gröndahl Studio, located just 10 minutes from Stockholm’s city center in the heart of Gröndal Village, has been a cornerstone of the city’s music scene for over 25 years. Originally built in 1999 by producer Pelle Garfeld, the studio…
Jim Kaufman: Master Producer Blending Vintage Warmth and Modern Precision in a Studio Designed by Sense and Sound
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOI7tXTTXjsVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: ROCK & Roll PARADISE – Jim Kaufman Productions STUDIO Tour & Interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOI7tXTTXjs) When it comes to blending cutting-edge technology with vintage analog warmth, Jim Kaufman stands out for his thoughtful and…
Pedal Steel, Resilience and the Altadena Fire – Dan Kalisher’s Journey
In the realm of music, the steel guitar holds a unique and enchanting place, not only in country music but across a range of genres. From indie rock and ambient soundscapes to jazz and cinematic scores, the pedal steel has…