The SonicScoop Podcast | Music Production, Audio Engineering, and The Business of Music
Join SonicScoop's Justin Colletti and guests to explore best practices for running a creative business in audio, music and other creative fields. From tips and tutorials on music production and audio engineering, to...
Season 2
Episodes
Advice for Studio Assistants in the 21st Century
The days of huge commercial music studios with dozens of assistants on staff are mostly over. But assistants are still a crucially important part of the music production process for producers and studio owners who are...
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How To Avoid Audio Snake Oil
Snake oil. It exists in the world of audio. Oh boy does it ever. But so do small changes that can make a real difference. How do you differentiate between the two, to get the best sound quality you can, while getting...
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Multiband Compression Vs. Dynamic EQ
Just what is the difference between multi band compression and dynamic EQ? How do they work, how do they differ, and perhaps most importantlyā€”how should you use them? Justin Colletti dives deep.
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Music Publishing and Artist Management with Ben O'Connell of Songtrust.
What is music publishing, and how can you leverage it to make more money with your music? Ben O'Connell of Songtrust joins Justin Colletti of SonicScoop to talk about how music publishing deals can make musicians and...
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Dana Nielsen on Mics, Making the Most of Mixing from Home, Remote Recording & More
Producer/engineer/mixer Dana Nielsen has worked with the likes of Rick Rubin, Rihanna, Neil Young, Adele, Metallica, Bob Dylan, Slayer, Weezer and so many more. He talks to Justin Colletti about making the most of...
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How Much Does Talent Really Matter?
What is the role of "talent" in making or breaking your music production career? Can you overcome a lack of talent? Is it possible to cultivate more of it? How do you know if you have enough? Justin Colletti explores.
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How do you know if your mixes are good enough?
How do you know when your mixes are good enough? How do you know if YOU are good enough to keep at it, making music? Justin Colletti answers these questions in his most raw and intimate podcast to date.
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Is Mixing REALLY That Important?
Is mixing as important as we make it out to be? Maybe not. Justin Colletti explores. Enter to WIN the mic featured In this episode at http://sonicscoop.com/contest
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Should You Compress & EQ Your Mix Bus Or Leave it For Mastering?
Should you compress, EQ, or otherwise process your mix? How much headroom should you leave for mastering? Justin Colletti explores!
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Why You Need a SYSTEM for Mixing
The best mixers and mastering engineers on the planet usually have systematic approach to mixing. This doesn't hamper their creativity. It enhances it. Justin Colletti gives you all you need to know to create a great...
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How Loudness Will Lie to You: All About Level-Matching Music
Louder is better. At least it sounds that way. There are good reasons to level match your music for truly objective critical listening decisions. And there are also good reasons not to bother it at all. Justin...
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The Art of Mixing Hip Hop Records, with Koen Heldens [XXXTentacion, Dr. Dre, Timbaland]
Koen Heldens is a mixer for some of the most unconventional and cutting edge hip hop and R&B artists of today. Perhaps best known for his work with XXXTentaction, Koen has worked with the likes of Dr. Dre,...
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