The 10-Step-Process That Every Record Goes Through

Making a great record isn’t about plugins, presets, or expensive gear.

It’s about following a clear, repeatable process — every single time.

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In this episode, Benedikt and Manel break down the 10-step process that goes into every record, regardless of genre, budget, or studio size.

This is the big-picture overview that most artists never get. And the starting point for a full upcoming series where each step will be explored in depth.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Where do I actually start?
What comes next?
Which steps can I do myself — and where do I need help?

This episode gives you the full map.

🔟 The 10 Steps Covered in This Episode

Foundation – Vision, taste, identity, songwriting & creative direction
Gear – What actually matters (and what doesn’t)
Pre-Production – Turning ideas into a clear blueprint
Recording Setup – Soundcheck, instruments, rooms, microphones
Recording – Capturing emotion, performances & momentum
Session Cleanup – Comping, organization, preparation
Post-Production – Layers, effects, samples & enhancements
Editing – Timing, tuning, cleanup (without killing the vibe)
Mixing – Turning many tracks into one emotional statement
Mastering – Final delivery, translation & release-ready formats

This isn’t about doing everything perfectly.

It’s about not skipping steps.

🎯 Why This Matters

Most self-recording artists struggle because:

they jump between phases
they mix while writing
they buy gear instead of building foundations
they don’t know what “done” actually means

This framework gives you clarity, confidence, and momentum. Whether you want to do everything yourself or build a team.

🔗 Next Steps & Resources

🎧 Listen to future episodes as we go step-by-step through the process
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