In this episode of Inside The Mix, I sit down with Shane Slack, an acclaimed audio professional celebrated for his innovative approach to music production. Shane dives deep into the philosophy behind audio production, emphasising the importance of understanding the source material before processing and mastering the techniques that truly elevate your mixes.

This conversation is packed with actionable insights for producers and engineers aiming to achieve high-quality results in their music.

What You'll Learn:
• Should I mix or master first? Shane explains the benefits of a "mastering-first" mindset for identifying and solving issues in your mix.
• Why understanding your source material is crucial to avoid unnecessary processing.
• How the "Hippocratic Oath" of audio production—doing no harm—can transform your approach.
• The pitfalls of shortcut-seeking behaviour in music production and how to avoid them.
• Breaking out of the plugin chain trap: when less is more in your signal chain.
• Techniques for creating depth and movement in your mixes without overcomplication.
• Why critical engagement with tools and techniques is essential for achieving professional results.

If you want to refine your audio production workflow, elevate your sound, and embrace a deeper understanding of your craft, this episode is for you!

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This episode of Inside The Mix breaks down the myths surrounding financial success in the music industry and reveals how aspiring audio professionals can thrive.

My guest, Eliott Glinn, shares invaluable insights on how to start your own music business with a focus on developing a success-driven mindset, mastering content creation, and using smart strategies for client retention. Together, we explore how to create a sustainable music career by balancing creativity with effective business strategies.

Discover the fastest way to generate leads as Eliott dives into practical techniques for building authentic industry relationships, creating impactful content, and standing out in a competitive market.

Whether you're a producer, engineer, or music entrepreneur, this episode provides essential tools to break free from the "starving artist" mindset and transform your passion into a profitable career.

What You'll Learn:
• Challenging the myth of the starving artist
• Importance of a business mindset in music
• Effective lead-generation strategies
• Creating sustainable content that resonates
• Key communication practices for client retention
• Building authentic relationships in the industry
• Navigating competition with collaboration in mind
• Final insights for a thriving music career

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In this episode of Inside The Mix, we tackle the challenge of managing unwanted reverb baked into audio samples. If you've ever struggled with excessive room sound or reverberation in your recordings, this episode offers practical solutions and expert insights to help you clean up your mixes.

I dive into the challenge of managing unwanted reverb baked into audio samples and explore whether it's possible to remove reverb from audio without compromising sound quality.

I break down the best deverb plugins, including iZotope RX De-reverb, Acon Digital DeVerberate 3, and Logic Pro’s Enveloper, comparing their effectiveness in reducing reverberation while keeping the audio clean and natural.

You'll learn how to get rid of reverberation in your tracks, understand what deverb plugins do, and discover if there's a plugin that truly removes reverb from audio samples.

Tune in and learn how to take control of your audio for cleaner, more professional mixes!

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