Wanna level up your recording skills? You came to the right place! Join Eyal Levi as he sits down each week with the best producers in the business to talk shop...
Maor Appelbaum, a legendary mastering engineer, joins Joel on the URM Podcast.
URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00:00 Developing Listening Skills
00:06:14 Testing Audio Gear: Analog vs Digital
00:13:24 Evolution from Mixing Engineer to Mastering Engineer
00:26:41 The Challenges of Solo Careers in Music
00:33:30 Developing Your Unique Sound as a Mastering Engineer
00:40:07 Importance of Quantity in Early Career
00:58:50 Understanding Audio Converters and Workflow Choices
01:04:49 Investing in Audio Gear for Professional Growth
01:17:35 Music Production Pricing Strategies
01:22:42 Indie Labels and Payment Terms
01:29:06 Effective Communication in Speed Mixing
01:35:01 Importance of Song Placement in Albums
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1:41:43
PHIL PLUSKOTA | EP 415
Phil Pluskota (Sonic Assault Studios) is an engineer, producer, and mixer from Central Florida who is known for his devastatingly sick guitar tones.
URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy
In This Episode:
00:00:00 Exploring Guitar Tone with Phil Pluskota
00:03:31 The Futility of Internet Arguments
00:07:08 Guitar Amp and Cab Combinations for Mixing
00:17:25 Tips for Microphone Placement on Guitar Cabs
00:20:43 The Importance of Room Ambiance in Metal Music
00:24:23 The Debate on Reverb in Mixing
00:33:31 Andrew Wade's Guitar Technique
00:37:39 Exploring the 5150 Amp and Its Popularity
00:44:10 Comparing Guitar Pickups in a Mix
00:47:38 Rapid Fire Gear Q&A
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54:32
DAVE OTERO | EP 414
Dave Otero is a renowned recording and mixing engineer, best known for his work with artists such as Cattle Decapitation, Khemmis, Archspire, and Cephalic Carnage.
URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy
In This Episode:
00:03:24 Building a Career in the Audio Industry
00:10:25 Navigating Economic Uncertainty with Passion
00:20:30 Evolution of Death Metal Bands
00:30:54 The Role of Feedback in Music Production
00:37:49 Crafting the Perfect Chorus
00:51:08 Overcoming Procrastination in Creative Work
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54:35
KEVIN MCCOMBS | EP 413
Kevin McCombs is a producer, mixer, and engineer known for his work with Papa Roach, 311, and Story of The Year.
URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy
In This Episode:
00:00:00 Kevin Mccombs' Journey from URM Student to Head Engineer
00:04:50 Metal's Influence on Mainstream Music
00:15:08 Mastering the Art of Engineering
00:20:23 Overcoming Less-Than-Ideal Situations
00:34:49 Work Ethic
00:39:52 Life-Changing Career Decision
00:54:42 Mike Shinoda's Collaboration with Colin
00:59:19 Working with Big Names: Jonas Brothers and Cannibal Corpse
01:17:40 Reflecting on the Forum Days
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https://urm.academy/
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1:17:58
LASSE LAMMERT | EP 412
Lasse Lammert is a world-renowned producer and engineer best known for his work with bands like Alestorm and Gloryhammer.
URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy
In This Episode:
00:05:00 Reference Mixes and Audio Mixing Preferences
00:15:27 Balancing Band Members in the Mix
00:18:23 Overcoming Bad Recordings
00:24:46 Embracing Recording Mistakes as Artistic Choices
00:30:47 Recording Music in the Jungle: A Unique Experience
00:37:02 Handling Challenges in Music Production
00:39:42 Artist vs Label Dynamics
00:42:45 Perfecting Guitar Amplifier Prototypes
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https://www.urmpodcast.com/
https://urm.academy/
Wanna level up your recording skills? You came to the right place! Join Eyal Levi as he sits down each week with the best producers in the business to talk shop. You’ll get information, inspiration and most of all actionable insights from every episode. And when you’re ready to hit the books, head over to https://urm.academy to get your learn on!
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