The SonicScoop Podcast | Mixing, Mastering, Audio Engineering and Music Production
The SonicScoop Podcast, hosted by Justin Colletti, explores the business and craft of audio production. Each episode covers topics such as mixing, mastering, music production, and engineering, along with practical advice for creative entrepreneurs. The show features interviews with established producers, engineers, researchers, journalists, and other music industry professionals. It offers a mix of tutorials, business insights, and career guidance for anyone working in audio and music.
Episodes
The 7 Virtues of Great Mixers
Want great mixes? There are 7 qualities you must cultivate, says platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti.
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►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.co
The 1 Question That Fixes 90% of Mix Problems
Is it possible that there is one unusual question that can fix the majority of your mix problems? Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti says yes. Learn what it is and how to implement it into your own mixes. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ
Why Analog Isn't Going Anywhere (Pro Engineer Perspective)
Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti talks to top engineering pros on how they integrate analog gear into their digital workflows. 🚨 FLASH SALE: 26% off Mixing Breakthroughs with code SUMMER26: https://members.sonicscoop.com/offers/fHgupoZ4?coupon_code=SUMMER26 Thanks to Joe Lambert, Dirk Ulrich, Paul "Willie Green" Womack and Steven Tejada for joining this panel. Thanks to Manley
What Makes Music "Suck"?
Mastering Engineer Justin Colletti has heard lots of music that sucks. Here's how to make yours not do that. 🚨 FLASH SALE: 26% off Mixing Breakthroughs with code SUMMER26: https://members.sonicscoop.com/offers/fHgupoZ4?coupon_code=SUMMER26 All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compress
How To FINISH a Mix in 4 Hours (or less.)
Mastering Engineer Justin Colletti says you can mix faster AND with better results. Here's how. 🚨 FLASH SALE: 26% off Mixing Breakthroughs with code SUMMER26: https://members.sonicscoop.com/offers/fHgupoZ4?coupon_code=SUMMER26
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Why You Don't Need Mastering (It's Not Why You Think)
Mastering Engineer Justin Colletti says you DON'T need mastering? Here's why that might be the case for you. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com
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A New Way to Hear Mixes (Convex vs. Concave: A New Dimension in Sound)
Step through the looking glass and explore the differences between "convex" and "concave" mixes and sounds with Justin Colletti. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://Masterin
Why Use Multiband Compression?
Why complicate things?? Do you really need multiband compression? Sometimes yes. Justin Colletti offers the practical applications. |🚨 FLASH SALE: Enter code COMPRESSIONMASTERY at checkout for an additional 25% off Compression Breakthroughs. https://compressionbreakthroughs.com All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Comp
Beyond Compression: 10 Weird Types of Dynamic Control
Do you know all 10 way of exerting dynamic control over your mixes, and how to us them? Justin Colletti explores.🚨 FLASH SALE: Enter code COMPRESSIONMASTERY at checkout for an additional 25% off Compression Breakthroughs. https://compressionbreakthroughs.comAll Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthr
There are Only 4 Ways To Compress Anything
There are only 4 ways to compress anything. Justin Colletti explores.🚨 FLASH SALE: Enter code COMPRESSIONMASTERY at checkout for an additional 25% off Compression Breakthroughs: https://members.sonicscoop.com/offers/ynKMpZXk?coupon_code=COMPRESSIONMASTERY All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com►🎛Compression Breakthroug
Why No One Hears Your Music (And what to do instead...)
Justin Colletti discusses what causes music releases—and careers—to fail, and how you can avoid the most common missteps. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemyst
The Source of the 1960s Sound (ft. The Zombies)
Colin Bluntstone of legendary 1960s group The Zombies joins Justin Colletti to talk about the 1960s approaches to stereo and mono, and why remasters matter. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering D
What "True Peak" Limiters Really Do
Do "True Peak" limiters and intersample peaks really matter? Justin Colletti explores. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com
These Mastering Myths Are Killing Your Sound
Mastering is often misunderstood. Here are some of the biggest myths that refuse to die. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com
The Unwritten Rules of Mix Bus EQ
How should you EQ your mix bus? ...And should you even EQ it at all?? Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti explores. 🚨 FLASH SALE: Enter code MASTERINGFLASH at checkout for an additional 20% off Mastering Demystified: https://members.sonicscoop.com/offers/ynKMpZXk?coupon_code=MASTERINGFLASH All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbrea
The Best Stereo Width Plugins (That You Probably Haven’t Heard Of)
Stereo Width: We all want it. But how to get it? Nick Messitte joins Justin Colletti to look over the most powerful stereo widening plugins on the market today. Check out the article version with affiliate links here: https://sonicscoop.com/the-best-stereo-width-plugins-that-you-probably-havent-heard-of/ All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mix
Mix Masters: The Sound of Bob Power
Bob Power was a legendary producer, engineer and mixer for the likes of Tribe Called Quest, Erykah Badu, De La Soul, D'Angelo and so many more. He passed away just before this episode was recorded, and was a great influence on the world of music production—as well as a true mentor to many. Bob's mixing masterclass on this channel is still our most popular video in 17+ years on YouTube. Jo
What Everyone Gets Wrong About Reference Mixes
Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti discusses the common myths, misconceptions and misunderstandings around mixing with references. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https
The Unwritten Rules for Mixing Each Genre
Rock, pop, hip hop, R&B, metal and EDM all require a different approach to the mix. Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti explores the norms, traditions and tropes of each genre, how to get them right, and when to bend the rules.
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The Secret Principle To Huge Sounding Mixes
Justin Colletti reveals the secret principle of that allows mixes to have huge sounding guitars, drums and vocals—seemingly all at once. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://
Best New Pro Audio Gear of 2026: NAMM Edition
Justin Colletti reviews the best new pro audio gear from NAMM 2026, including headphones, studio monitors, plugins, microphones, hardware and more.
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How to Hear EQ (...and identify frequencies instantly.)
Have you ever been amazed at others' ability to recognize frequencies and EQ bands instantly? Is it a skill you wish you had? Justin Colletti is here to give you the good news about how you can quickly realize this ability for yourself. 🚨Get 20% off all courses including EQ Breakthroughs with code MIX2026 at checkout for a limited time🚨 ► https://members.sonicscoop.com►🎚Mixing Breakthroug
The 6 Stages of Mixing Progress (What Level is Your Mixing?)
What level are your mixes at? Are you a beginner, intermediate or advanced mixer? And how do you know? Justin Colletti breaks down the 6 stages of progress in mixing. 🚨Get 20% off all courses with code MIX2026 at checkout for a limited time 🚨► https://members.sonicscoop.com All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compress
The Best Studio Monitors $1,500 - $3,000 RANKED
Justin Colletti reviews the best studio monitors for mixing, producing and recording, with picks from brands like ADAM Audio, Kali Audio, Focal, Neumann, Genelec, HEDD, JBL, Eve and more.►Article Version: https://sonicscoop.com/the-best-studio-monitors-from-1500-to-3000/Monitor Links:►Kali Audio SM-5 https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c/3177824/794166/11319?u=https://www.sweetwater.com/s
The Best New Plugins of 2025
Justin Colletti is joined by Nick Messitte to review the top audio plugins of 2025 from makers like Soundtoys, MixWave, iZotope, Waves, Valhalla, Universal Audio and more.
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The Best Closed Back Headphones For Mixing
Justin Colletti reviews the top closed back pro level headphones for mixing, featuring models from brands like Audeze, ADAM Audio, Neumann, Audio Technica, Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic, Shure, Audeze, Sony, Steven Slate, Focal, Shure, AKG and more. ►Article Version: https://sonicscoop.com/the-best-closed-back-headphones-for-mixing/ Headphone Links: ►Audeze LCD-S20: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c
The Best Cube Monitors (And Why EVERY Studio Needs Them)
Justin Colletti reviews the top cube monitors for the studio, from Auratone, Avantone, Reftone and Tantrum Audio. ►Support this channel at no cost with the affiliate links in the article version: https://sonicscoop.com/the-best-cube-monitors-and-why-every-studio-needs-them/ ►Auratone Super Sound Cubes (Reissue) https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c/3177824/794166/11319?u=https://www.sweetwater.com/
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MixCon Q&A with Niko Bolas [Neil Young, Prince, Ben Harper, Fiona Apple, Sheryl Crow]
Niko Bolas joins us for a live interview and Q&A after the premiere of his MixCon Masterclass. Check out the full masterclass here: https://youtu.be/xt2KeeM1CLsBig thanks to Kali Audio for helping make this one free to the public. Check them out at https://kaliaudio.com
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The Best Mixing Advice of 2025 From Top Engineers
Justin Colletti of SonicScoop reviews the BEST mixing advice from MixCon 2025, from top mixer including Andrew Scheps, Prizzie Reid, Nico Bolas, Brent Kolatalo, and Dana Nielsen. Check out all of MixCon at https://mix-con.com Enter the MixCon Mega Giveaway here: https://delicious-audio.com/mixcon-giveaway/ Thanks to JZ Microphones, Avid Pro Tools, and Soundtoys for sponsoring this ep
MixCon Q&A with Prizzie Reid [Usher, John Legend, Alicia Keys, 21 Savage, Kanye West]
Prizzie Ried joins us for a live interview and Q&A after the premiere of his MixCon Masterclass. Check out the full masterclass here: https://youtu.be/roZxck7CC1w Big thanks to Waves for helping make this one free to the public. Check them out at https://waves.com RSVP for more presentations at https://mix-con.com Enter the MixCon Mega Giveaway here: https://delicious-audio.com/mixcon
MixCon Interview with Andrew Scheps [Hozier, Adele, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jay-Z, Metallica]
Platinum mixing engineer Andrew Scheps joins us for a live interview and Q&A after the premiere of his MixCon Masterclass. Check out the full masterclass here: https://youtu.be/pKcL7dQK6f4 Big thanks to Audeze for supporting MixCon. Learn about them at https://audeze.comEnter the MixCon Mega Giveaway here: https://delicious-audio.com/mixcon-giveaway/ All Our Courses: ► https://m
Mixing Interview with Dana Nielsen [Rihanna, SZA, Bob Dylan, Adele, Smashing Pumpkins, RHCP]
Dana Nielsen joins us for a live interview and Q&A after the premiere of his MixCon Masterclass. Check out the full masterclass here: https://youtu.be/pKcL7dQK6f4Find out more about Sonarworks here: https://sonarworks.comRSVP for more MixCon videos here: https://mix-con.com
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Mixing Interview with Brent Kolatalo [Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey, Kanye West]
Brent Kolatalo joins us for a live interview and Q&A after the premiere of his MixCon Masterclass. Check out the full masterclass here: https://youtu.be/xOekrsrSdEc Find out more about Soundtoys here: https://soundtoys.com RSVP for more MixCon videos here: https://mix-con.com Enter the MixCon Mega Giveaway here: https://delicious-audio.com/mixcon-giveaway/ All Our Courses: ► https://m
The Best Studio Monitors Around $1,000 RANKED [2025, $600-$1600]
Justin Colletti reviews the best studio monitors for mixing, producing and recording, with picks from brands like ADAM Audio, Kali Audio, Focal, Neumann, Genelec, Yamaha, KRK and more. ►Article Version: https://sonicscoop.com/the-best-studio-monitors-around-1000-ranked-600-1600/ Monitor Links: ►Kali Audio IN-8 https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c/3177824/794166/11319?u=https://www.sweetwater.com/s
Top 5 Vocal Mixing Mistakes
Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti talks about the main ways beginner and intermediate mixers mess up vocals... and what the pros do differently. Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified:
Are Your Speakers Good Enough for Mastering?
What makes a set of speakers good enough for mastering? How much do you have to spend? And what features should you look for? Justin Colletti explores, and talks about how he chose his studio monitors for mastering and why.
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Selling Your Soul for Music Success
Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti shares stories about selling out... and even selling your soul... for success in music. Courses: ►https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemys
The Great Lie of DIY
Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti shares stories to help you overcome the pitfalls of DIY music production and gear making. All Our Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com
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The #1 Reason Mixes Don't Translate
Platinum mastering engineer Justin Colletti shares stories to help you understand how mixers go wrong, and what you can do about it. Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://Masteri
What Makes Lyrics “Good” or “Bad”?
Justin Colletti discusses the best and worst lyrics in pop history, and how to make yours better.
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Become a Mixing Artist [ft. Jordan Valeriote & Black Salt Audio]
Jordan Valeriote does't want you to be mixing "engineer". You can be something better. ►🚨Special 25% discount on his courses and Black Salt plugins with code SONIC25 at https://sonicscoop.com/blacksalt for a limited time! Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ► 🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com
Mix Masters: The Secrets of Shawn Everett's Sound
Shan Everett is among the most acclaimed and influential producers, engineers and mixers of working today. From his work with Alabama Shakes, Hozier, Beck, War on Drugs, Local Natives, Kasey Musgraves, Big Thief, Weezer, Miley Cyrus and more, find out what makes his mixes great. Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression
Mixing Doesn't Have to Be Hard (THIS Makes it Easy.)
Justin Colletti reveals how great mixers make the process easier, faster and more fun, WHILE getting better results. Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🚨Enter SECONDCHANCE2025 at checkout for an extra discount! ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►
Picking Winners: The Art of Mixing with Contrast
Justin Colletti talks about the main aspects of contrast in mixing and how to exploit them: Depth, Dynamics, Wetness, Width, Height. Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDem
Best Mastered Albums According to Audiophiles
Justin Colletti reviews the best mastered albums to find out what they have in common. Courses: ► https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►🧠Mixer Brain: https://sonicscoop
2025 Audio Engineer Salaries & Jobs Report (WHAT is happening to California??)
Join Justin Colletti as he breaks down the latest in audio engineer and music producer salaries and jobs. Article version: https://sonicscoop.com/industry-intel-2025-audio-engineer-salaries-and-jobs-report/ Courses: ►https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs:
The Best IEMs for Producers and Engineers
Justin Colletti reviews the best IEMs for mixing, producing, recording and even mastering, with picks from brands like Alclair Audio, 64 Audio, JH Audio, Beyerdynamic, Sennhesier, Ultimate Ears, Etymotic and more. ►Article Version: https://sonicscoop.com/the-best-iems-for-mixing/ IEM Links: ►Alclair Audio: https://sonicscoop.com/alclair ►64 Audio: https://sonicscoop.com/64Audio ►Westone h
The Best Budget Studio Monitors, RANKED [All Models Compared, 2025]
Justin Colletti reviews the entry level budget conscious studio monitors for mixing, producing and recording, with picks from brands like ADAM Audio, Kali Audio, IK Multimedia, Presonus, JBL, Yamaha, KRK and more. ►Article Version: https://sonicscoop.com/the-best-budget-studio-monitors-ranked-all-models-compared/ Monitor Links: ►Kali Audio LP-6 https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c/3177
How I Finally Went Platinum as an Audio Engineer
Justin Colletti shares the story behind is first platinum record as a mastering engineer.
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The Biggest Pop Mixing Mistakes
New pop producers and mixers get these things wrong in mixing more than anything else. What are they, and why? Justin Colletti dives deep. Courses: ►https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://Masteri
The Biggest Hip Hop Mixing Mistake
New mixers get this wrong in mixing more than anything else. What is it, and why? Justin Colletti dives deep.Courses: ►https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►🧠Mixer Brai
Mix Masters: The Secrets of Nigel Godrich's Sound
Nigel Godrich is arguably one of the best producers and mixers of our era. From his work with Radiohead to Beck to Air and U2 and and more, find out what makes his mixes great.Courses:
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Patchbays and Beyond: Wiring a Studio RIGHT for Analog Gear
Seth Berman of RAD Distribution joins Justin Colletti to talk about the evolution of studio wiring and how to connect better with next generation studio tools. Thanks to RAD for being longtime supporters of this channel. Find out more about Black Lion Audio and all the RAD audio gear here: https://raddist.com/ ►✅Become a channel member here: https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚Mixing Breakth
Don't Be an Audio Dork. Be a Mix Ninja Instead.
Grammy-winning mixer and producer Jeff Ellis, knows how to slice through the nonsense and focus on what's really important in mixing. His new course "Mixer Brain" (https://sonicscoop.com/mixerbrain) is about making a meaningful impact on this mix by approaching the craft less like a labcoat-wearing technician and more like a true audio artist. Join Jeff as he talks to SonicScoop's Justin
Super-Creative Producers Have Been Doing This for 50 Years (Brian Eno's Oblique Strategies)
Brian Eno is famous for producing and mixing for artists like David Bowie, INXS, Daniel Lanois, Devo, Coldplay, Roxy Music, David Byrne, Laurie Anderson and more. His unusual approach to production, and his "Oblique Strategies" are influential to this day. But why? ►✅ Get Courses and Mix Feedback at https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚 Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.c
Mix Breakdown: Fleetwood Mac "Dreams" [Remasters Compared!]
Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" is one of the most enduring albums of its era. But why? And what does the mix and the production get right? We'll explore its masterful use of reverb, and much more. ►✅ Get Courses and Membership at https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚 Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com►🎛 Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakt
Mix Breakdown: Dua Lipa, "Levitating"
Dua Lipa's smash hit "Levitating" is cited as a production and mix reference for producers, engineers and artists far outside the pop genre her music lives in. Why, and what can we learn from what this mix gets right? ►✅ Get Courses and Membership at https://members.sonicscoop.com ►🎚 Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛 Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbre
Big Announcement
Justin Colletti has a big announcement for all fans of SonicScoop and the Breakthroughs series of courses. ►✅ Get Courses and Membership at https://members.sonicscoop.com
STOP Doing This If You Want Your Music to Succeed
Here's a sure way to poison your music career and generally stop yourself from succeeding at making music that you're actually proud of... And what you can do instead. Get our Breakthroughs series of courses and memberships here: ►https://members.sonicscoop.com
Best New Audio Gear of 2025: NAMM Edition
Justin Colletti shares his picks for the best new pro audio and music gear for the studio from NAMM 2025. Picks include headphones, microphones, plugins, hardware and more.
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The MOST Overrated Skills in Mixing
There's a lot of bad mixing advice out there. And there's some decent advice that we just pay too much attention to. Justin Colletti explores. ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com
The CORRECT Order for Effects in Your Mastering Chain (...and Mix Bus)
Is there a "right order" for processing and effects in mastering? Justin Colletti says yes. He unveils his own chain for mastering, sharing how and where he places his limiter, EQ, compressor and more.
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"Flat" Headphones Don't Exist ...And never will! (The Harman Curve, Exposed)
You'll never find a pair of "flat" headphones. And you'll never successfully "flatten" the frequency response of your headphones. Justin Colletti explores, with a breakdown of the Harman Curve and other headphone targets. ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.co
#259 Is Your Mix REALLY Ready for Mastering? (Here's how to tell)
How can you tell if your mix is ready for mastering? Justin Colletti reveals the best practices. Courses: ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com
#258: Why I Quit My Dream Job in Music
When is it time to quit? Justin Colletti tells his story of quitting his dream job in music and in education.
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The Best Closed Back Headphones for the Recording Studio (Under $200) [2025 Edition]
Justin Colletti reviews all the best closed back headphones under $200. Article version here: https://sonicscoop.com/the-best-closed-back-headphones-for-the-recording-studio-under-200-2025-edition/ ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demy
There's a WRONG Way to Produce Music (FIGHT ME!)
Is there a right and wrong way to produce albums? Justin Colletti says yes. Here's why. SALE ON COURSES: ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com
Mix Breakdown: The Killers, “Mr Brightside”
Hybrid Mixing Interview with Phil Weinrobe
Phil Weinrobe answers questions about his MixCon masterclass and his hybrid approach to mixing and mic techniques. Check out the main presentation here: https://youtu.be/YJ-Fc_Nm_H8 Big thanks to Soundtoys for helping make this free to the public. Check them out at https://soundtoys.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compre
ROC.am Interview on In-The-Box Mixing, Atmos Mixing & more
Dennis Jones, aka ROC.am, answers questions about his MixCon masterclass and approach to mixing. Check out the main presentation here: https://youtu.be/hIHvJvJ0b1o Big thanks to Kali Audio for helping make this free to the public. Check them out at https://kaliaudio.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthrough
Marc Urselli Interview on Microphones & Mic Techniques (U2, Foo Fighters, Nick Cave, John Zorn)
Marc Urselli answers questions about his MixCon masterclass and approach to mixing and mic techniques. Check out the main presentation here: https://youtu.be/5a41Qhb8r9s Big thanks to JZ Microphones for helping make this free to the public. Check them out at https://jzmic.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compres
Mixing with Reverb: Richard Furch Interview on Reverb Techniques [Prince, Jay-Z, The Weeknd]
Richard Furch answers questions about his MixCon masterclass and approach to reverb, mixing and more. Check out the main presentation here: https://youtu.be/0Z33jLS8IX4?si=z6OByyjiUsFElkVc Big thanks to Relab for helping make this free to the public. Check them out at https://relabdevelopment.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: htt
Hip Hop Mixing: Jason "Cheese” Goldberg Interview [NBA YoungBoy, Tyler The Creator, Travis Scott]
Jason Cheese Goldberg talks about his MixCon masterclass and approach to mixing. Check out the main presentation here: https://youtu.be/wIrrlFXtkYs Big thanks to oeksound for helping make this free to the public. Check them out at https://oeksound.com ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Break
Clipping Vs. Limiting: A Comprehensive Guide [How, When and Why to Use Each]
To clip or to limit? That is the question today. Where, why and how would you use a clipper rather than a limiter, and vice versa? Justin Colletti explores. ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►
Mix Masters: The Secrets of Andy Wallace's Sound
Andy Wallace is one of the most revered rock and rap mixing engineers of all time. What makes him so great? We'll cover his work with artists like Nirvana, System of a Down, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine, Slayer, Coldplay, Aersosmith, Run DMC, Linkin Park, Jeff Buckley and more. We'll even compare his work back to back with that of other mixers, often on the same alb
Best Modeling Mics Compared! (UAD vs Antelope vs Slate Comparison)
What are the best modeling microphones for the studio? Justin Colletti shoots out the top options from Universal Audio, Antelope and Slate, including the LX, Edge, M1 and more Article Version: https://sonicscoop.com/what-is-the-best-modeling-mic-top-models-compared-uad-antelope-slate/ Microphone Links: Universal Audio Sphere: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/c/3177824/794166/11319?u=https:/
Music Demos: Most Important Step or Relic of the Past?
Does the demo still matter? Or did the DAW kill it? And what should music pre-production look like in the 21st century? ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►✅Become a channel member he
Mix Masters: The Secrets of Michael Brauer's Sound
Michael Brauer is one of the most critically acclaimed and influential mixing engineers of all time. But why? ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https://MasteringDemystified.com ►✅Become a channel member here: https://www.youtu
Best Headphones for Mixing: $400 & Under [2024]
Justin Colletti reviews the top pro level headphones for mixing, focusing on open back models for $400 and under from brands like Audeze, Avantone, Hifiman, Beyerdynamic, Sennheiser, Sony, Steven Slate, Shure, AKG, Neumann, Focal, Audio Technica and more. Article Version: https://sonicscoop.com/best-headphones-for-mixing-400-under-2024/ Headphone Links: Audeze MM-100: https://www.bh
Is Spotify Audio Quality a Problem? (...And is there a service that's better for artists?)
Spotify! Is the audio quality a problem? Can you evaluate mixes through it? And, is the pay structure harmful to artists? Do playlists make music worse? Justin Colletti gives answers. ►🎚Mixing Breakthroughs: https://mixingbreakthroughs.com ►🎛Compression Breakthroughs: https://compressionbreakthroughs.com ►🎧 EQ Breakthroughs: https://EQBreakthroughs.com ►🔊Mastering Demystified: https:/
