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318: What Artists Actually Need From A Modern Music Producer – Pablo Lopez Figueroa
What does a music producer actually do? For some artists, the answer is still: Record the band. Choose microphones. Make things sound good. Mix the song. But that
312: “Can We Really Produce Our Own Album Start To Finish?” (Steady Drops Case Study)
What It Really Takes to Make a Professional Record Yourself Can you really produce an album from your home studio that stands alongside your favourite records? Martin Kreuzer
302: The Music Production Process (Step 5): Capturing Magic – How To Record Strong Takes That Actually Move People
Recording music is about capturing magic moments. In this episode of The Self-Recording Band Podcast, Benedikt and Manel are breaking down step 5 of the production process: the recording session
301: The Music Production Process (Step 4): Recording Setup & Sound Check: How To Capture Great Tones At The Source
Great recordings don’t start with plugins. They start before you ever hit record. In Step 4 of the Production Process, Benedikt Hain and Manel Espinosa break down setup and sound
293: Give Us 30 Minutes And We’ll Fix Most Of Your Reverb Problems
In this episode, Benedikt and Manel dive into fresh lessons from recent real recording, mixing and coaching projects. You’ll learn why seemingly tiny mix tweaks (we’re talking 0.5–1 dB) can
275: Why Your Vocals Don’t Sit Right in the Mix (And How to Fix It)
We hear it all the time. It's one of the most common problems that people run into: "My vocals never seem to sit right in my mixes." "The
268: From Cringe To Connection: Overcome Writer’s Block And Start Writing Better Lyrics
Benedikt and Manel discuss the critical role of lyrics in music production, exploring common challenges artists face when writing lyrics. They talk about Manel's songwriting journey, share a
263: The Hidden Power of Song Key – Better Vocals, Better Vibe
Picking the right key for your song is not just a technical decision — it can completely change the vibe, energy, and emotional impact of your track. You've
235: 10 Feet Saved The Record – Move The Mic & Listen, Don’t Assume
Let's talk about being intentional with your recording decisions. Yes, we talk about this all the time. But we also firmly believe that we need to be reminded