The immersive audio environment is beginning to be more understood and accessible, both for engineers and consumers. But there's still a lot of confusing, conflicting, or missing information about it out there. So in this episode, we discuss a ...

When we first start our music making journey, just grasping the basics is a lot to figure out. But over time, we advance on into more technical aspects. However, what we can lose sight of in that process is that often times, the fundamentals ar...

A challenge we face daily as audio engineers is finding (and maintaining) the right balance between a track's fullness being either too overpowering or too lacking in any given tonal range. In this episode, Adam breaks things down into five ton...

Using compression tastefully in audio is an absolute core skill to have, but it can be a difficult topic to have a firm grasp on. Part of the consideration is when to use compression to begin with, then it becomes a question of how to use it, a...

It's sometimes hard to know what to say, when to say it, and how and where to say it too. But having great communication skills is essential to building great working relationships. Another challenge is knowing how and when to speak up when you...

Adam gives a quick address to the audience in this "episode between episodes."

In the world of microphones, there is no shortage of choice. You have your pick of everything from under $100 to over $10,000. You have a vast variety of brands. You have many different types and styles. All of these options can get confusing a...

With a slew of Billboard number 1's, including a run of 13+ weeks at number 1, mixing engineer Doug Weier has a ton of very valuable experience and insight to share. In this episode, we talk with Doug about his approach to being a mix engineer ...

In this bonus episode, you can get some helpful insight into a range of areas including recording, mixing and mastering as Adam takes a look at lots of the most common questions he is asked.

Jason Miller, owner of Red Barn Studios, is no stranger to mixing things up and adapting his business model to work with what people are needing. In this interview, we hear about his views and approach to building community online and in person...

In this bonus episode, we both choose a couple of our favorite plugins and take some time to share  why we like them, and how we like to use them.

A common tension we feel as freelance engineers is whether or not we should waver from our normal rate to work at a reduced price. The answer isn't a simple yes or no, and we believe there are different circumstances that can qualify for a disc...

One of the most vital elements to having a great studio is an excellent acoustical environment. Being able to hear everything accurately and trust that it's right is invaluable. Many people assume it's difficult and expensive to obtain that kin...

A huge amount of work and interactions happen online, but many of us lack the skills to make the most of that reality. In this episode, we have our great friend Matt Huber joining us to discuss many of the challenges and solutions around that i...

In this bonus episode all about goals, we examine different approaches to goal setting and pursuing. We also discuss our approach to setting goals in a general sense, how we break them down, and how we look at them to ensure they are the right ...

Many situations come up that make us ask the question "Should I hire a professional or do this myself?" Weighing the pros and cons to come to a conclusion may not always be easy or straightforward. So in this episode, we're discussing when it m...

The way we feel when we work - and how we feel about our work - can be heavily influenced by our surroundings. That's why it's so important to be aware and proactive about setting a great mood and vibe in our studio spaces. Not only can it put ...

When working in audio, it may sometimes feel challenging to come up with different ways to expand and grow your skills and income. Even though there are lots of audio engineers in the world, there are still tons of opportunities to use the skil...

The majority of music being made either contains or features vocals, so it's critical to get them right. But as many people know, that can be quite a challenge. In this bonus episode, we mostly hone in on the setup and processing end of vocals,...

When you're a self-employed audio engineer trying to earn more money, it might feel counter-intuitive to spend money first. However, there are many scenarios and tools that require us to make an initial investment so that in return, we can furt...

Over time, headphones are becoming more and more of a popular choice in the music making process, not simply used for music consumption only. The idea that headphones can't be used or trusted for critical audio decisions is becoming less and le...

Achieving the right amount of density for your tracks in recording, mixing and mastering is a highly-coveted accomplishment, but doesn't come easily. For many, it's no surprise that the balance between clarity, impact, space, dynamics, and thic...

When you're working on multiple projects with multiple clients, things begin to get more and more difficult to keep track of. Leads can start to fall through the cracks, revisions can be forgotten, deliverables can be left unsent. This all cost...

Sometimes creativity and perfection can feel at odds with one another. The pursuit of "perfection" may feel restrictive to a more free-spirited person, but endless exploration of ideas without refining them into a finalized presentation can als...

Talk of how you handle your files may not sound like the sexiest thing in the world, but it's actually very important to consider and get right so that you can be more effective and efficient in how you go about your work and how you deal with ...