Send us a text In this episode, we’re tackling the 20 biggest mistakes new engineers make — from setting levels too hot to “fixing it in the mix.” Whether you’re recording your first band, producing from home, or working in a full studio, these are the habits that can make or break your sound. I’ve seen it all — from forgotten tuners to over-compressed vocals, bad mic choices, and mystery hums that could haunt a session. This one’s packed with real advice from years behind the console. Hit pl...
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Send us a text In this episode, we’re tackling the 20 biggest mistakes new engineers make — from setting levels too hot to “fixing it in the mix.” Whether you’re recording your first band, producing from home, or working in a full studio, these are the habits that can make or break your sound. I’ve seen it all — from forgotten tuners to over-compressed vocals, bad mic choices, and mystery hums that could haunt a session. This one’s packed with real advice from years behind the console. Hit pl...
Send us a text Episode 2: Breakfast, Burps, and a Better Morning This one took a turn. I started out planning to talk about music—but one burp later, I was deep into breakfast. In this episode, I walk you through my unfiltered morning routine: making breakfast for myself, my wife, and Walter (our Chiweenie with strong opinions). I talk about daily walks along the water, clearing my head, and getting Walter’s business handled. From watching classic '80s Price is Right and Frasier reruns to th...
Hanging Out With Chops
Send us a text In this episode, we’re tackling the 20 biggest mistakes new engineers make — from setting levels too hot to “fixing it in the mix.” Whether you’re recording your first band, producing from home, or working in a full studio, these are the habits that can make or break your sound. I’ve seen it all — from forgotten tuners to over-compressed vocals, bad mic choices, and mystery hums that could haunt a session. This one’s packed with real advice from years behind the console. Hit pl...
