Behind The Console
No fluff. No hype. We’re talking shop - production, engineering, the industry, and everything in between. The goal is simple: share what we’ve learned, give free game, and build a community around the craft.
Episodes
12 episodes
Do Engineers Deserve Royalties? This Gets Controversial
Do engineers deserve royalties, points, or publishing on the songs they work on? We break down both sides of the debate and discuss when engineers should be treated as service providers versus creative partners. We cover leverage, contribution,...
Work-Life Balance In Music: Is Burnout Inevitable?
Work-life balance in music, is it even real? Late nights, missed plans, constant pressure, this industry demands a lot. Is balance possible, or is it the price of success?
From DJ To Engineer: OTR Shares His Come Up
We’ve got our first guest, OTR, in the building. We discuss his work as both a DJ and engineer, his come up, and real insights on DJing, engineering, and the music industry.
Top Recording Mistakes Ruining Your Songs!
If you spend more time recording it right, you spend less time trying to save it later. We're breaking down the top recording mistakes that people make and how to fix or avoid them!
WE JUST SPENT $10K ON NEW AUDIO GEAR?!
We just spent $10K on new studio gear. In this episode, we break down what we bought, why we decided to upgrade, and whether expensive equipment actually makes a difference in music production and audio engineering. Does better gear really impr...
Is AI The Future Of Music Or The End Of It?
AI is transforming the music industry at a rapid pace. Is this the next evolution of creativity or the beginning of something entirely different?
How To Set Rates Without Losing Clients
How much should you actually charge? How do you raise your rates without losing clients? And what happens when someone doesn’t pay?We share real-world strategies for pricing your work, negotiating professionally, and protecting yourself ...
Is Outboard Gear Dying? The Future Of Mixing
In this episode, we take a deep, technical look at the role of analog outboard gear vs plugins in today’s mixing workflow. With plugin emulations getting closer than ever and hybrid setups becoming the norm, we break down whether hardware still...
Studio Horror Stories & Why Referencing Is Crucial For Your Mixes!
In this episode, we dive into real studio horror stories from sessions that went completely wrong. We also break down why referencing is crucial for mixing, how to use reference tracks properly, and how referencing can instantly improve your mi...
What's More Important: Recording, Mixing or Mastering?
In this episode, we break down the differences between recording, mixing, and mastering and explain why each stage is essential.We cover what happens at each step of the process, common mistakes artists make, and how recording, mixing, ...
What Is The Best DAW and EQ?
In this episode, we discuss the best DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) and some of our favourite EQs. We compare the top options, talk about workflow, essential features, and how to choose the right DAW and EQ for different mix situations.
Behind The Console - Who Are We?
In our very first episode, we introduce ourselves, talk about our backgrounds in audio engineering, and break down what you can expect from this podcast. If you're into music production, mixing, studio stories, or just want to learn more about ...
