Ep9: "The Science Of Metal" with Dr Mike Trubetskov

This week’s guest is Dr. Mike Trubetskov — a Russian-Australian audio engineer, producer, and creative force blending science, emotion, and precision. With a PhD in hand and a studio built on passion, Mike has carved out a reputation for delivering heavy, high-impact productions with surgical clarity and immersive depth.

We unpack his journey from Russia to Australia, how his academic background informs his sonic philosophy, and the mindset behind his most ambitious project to date — The Overcoming Project. This conceptual metal release explores mental health, inner strength, and resilience, with the standout track “Victory” mixed in Dolby Atmos, pushing the boundaries of immersive music in the genre.

In this episode, Mike shares insights into crafting aggressive yet detailed mixes, the emotional core of heavy music, and how immersive audio is transforming the listening experience. It’s a deep dive into the intersection of intellect, intensity, and innovation in modern production.

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Chapters

• 0:21 Where it all began
• 3:09 Psychology and physics of Music
• 7:35 The minds ear
• 10:54 Capturing moments in time
• 12:00 Heart over How
• 14:20 Intentional immersion
• 17:24 Additing thickness
• 18:28 Technical definition of immersion
• 22:45 Mad scientist in Metal!
• 25:32 Effort matters
• 31:12 "Victory"
• 35:53 The Benefits of Dolby Atmos
• 42:53 Atmos Container
• 46:07 Mikes Immersive Journey
• 59:04 Stereo vs Stereo Re-render
• 1:10:34 Wrapping up & plug