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LOUDAF.CLUBFrom Tracking H.E.R., Rihanna & Lil Wayne to Mixing His Own Way | Omar Loya aka OMixedItTHE BEST Newsletter for working audio Pro's: https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/newsletter
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In this episode of LOUDAF.CLUB, I sit down with Omar Loya (aka OMixedIt) to talk about his journey from tracking some of the biggest stars in music to building his career as a sought-after mixing engineer.
We dive into:
đ¤ Transitioning from tracking to mixing at a professional level
đź The relationship economics of high-level engineering work
đŤ Setting boundaries with spec work
đ Why marketing matters as much as your engineering skills
đď¸ Storie...
2025-08-121h 09LOUDAF.CLUBHawaii to Grammy Noms: Noah Cronin on Mixing Reggae, Touring, and Building a careerTHE BEST Newsletter for working audio Pro's: https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/newsletter
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In this episode of LoudAF.Club, Grammy-nominated reggae mixer Noah Cronin joins Nicholas Di Lorenzo to unpack what it really takes to mix reggae at the highest level â from fat, punchy low-end to preserving emotional feel without sacrificing clarity or loudness.
We dive into:
- Mixing reggae for both feel and translation
- Building trust with artists who self-produce
- Navigating demo-itis, revisions, and energy burnout
- Touring, mixing, an...
2025-08-0554 minLOUDAF.CLUBBob Horn shares how he build a mixing career (BTS, Usher, Ne-Yo, Timbaland, Lupe Fiasco)In this episode, we explore Bob's journey from Ohio to Los Angeles, his experiences in tracking and mixing, and the importance of building relationships in the music industry. Bob shares valuable insights on the art of mixing, client feedback, and adapting to changes in technology and practices in the audio engineering field. The conversation emphasizes the significance of practice, problem-solving, and the evolving nature of mixing in today's music landscape.
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2025-07-271h 02
Inside BS ShowHappy Father's Day: Nick Lorenzo Interviews Dave a 2020 Replay | 839This is a Father's Day Special from 2020. Nicholas Lorenzo interviews Dave Lorenzo about his career and his life. One of the most interesting questions was: "How did you start your consulting practice in a recession?" Join us for this fun and heartwarming interview that will help you grow your practice and inspire you.Spend a few minutes with the Lorenzo's this Father's Day. You'll be glad you did.
2025-06-1536 minLOUDAF.CLUBNo bookings? Do This!Welcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-05-0532 minLOUDAF.CLUBReality of studio sessions.Welcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-3036 minLOUDAF.CLUBMore Isn't BetterWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-2920 minLOUDAF.CLUBSeasons in the Music IndustryWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-2818 minLOUDAF.CLUBBalance translationWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-1617 minLOUDAF.CLUBTranslation (It's not your gear)Welcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-1426 minLOUDAF.CLUBThings Iâve learnt from client notesWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-1031 minLOUDAF.CLUBMusic Industry Money ProtocolsWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-0946 minLOUDAF.CLUBStudio-Flow MasterclassStudio-Flow Masterclass: http://panoramamastering.com/studio-flow
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2025-04-0830 minLOUDAF.CLUBQ1 Studio ReviewWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-0737 minLOUDAF.CLUBMixing & Mastering ToolboxWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-0337 minLOUDAF.CLUBStudio build mistakes Iâve madeWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-0234 minLOUDAF.CLUBAccountabilityWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-04-0123 minLOUDAF.CLUBThe 3 dimensions of low-frequenciesWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-3122 minLOUDAF.CLUBHow proâs ACTUALLY mix and master with analog gear!Welcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-2831 minLOUDAF.CLUBSee, Feel, Try, Trust - Music Industry MarketingWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-2725 minLOUDAF.CLUBHow I Choose Plugins For MasteringWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-2635 minLOUDAF.CLUBWhat sort of music industry do you want to live in?Welcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-2512 minLOUDAF.CLUBLessons from losing mixing and mastering jobsWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-2439 minLOUDAF.CLUBMastering Q&A (IG LIVE 21March2025)Welcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-2133 minLOUDAF.CLUBClient communication and tools (Project management)Thank you to:
@noah_cronin
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2025-03-201h 06LOUDAF.CLUBInverse Listening in Mastering SessionsThank you to:
@skarr_overthehill
@official.tadiwa
@andrediazlores
@rcstrstudios
@noah_cronin
@conductorsian
@bazmixedit
@thomas_arbor
@danielphillipsmusic
@redmusic1
@itsdiegococco
@j._brink
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2025-03-1922 minLOUDAF.CLUBStudio Vibes (Mastering in Italy)Welcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-1811 minLOUDAF.CLUBYour room acoustic's secret sabotageWelcome to the anti-loudness loudness club, where each morning while I get things set up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering, and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-1709 minLOUDAF.CLUBAnything vs Everything@mickey.nox
@412dreamer
@iamflvve
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2025-03-1411 minLOUDAF.CLUB4:30am start... Is it worth it?Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-1316 minLOUDAF.CLUBThe Impossible Catch UpWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-1211 minLOUDAF.CLUBKeeping Projects Alive!Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2025-03-1110 min
APDC - A Proposito di Cinema#34 | NOSFERATU / EMILIA PEREZ / HERE | APDC PODNel primo puntatone del 2025 parliamo di tre film. Lâultima sensazione mondiale, il nuovo Nosferatu di Robert Eggers con Lily Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult e Bill SkarsgĂĽrd. Poi Emilia Perez di Jacques Audiard, con Zoe SaldaĂąa e Karla Sophia Gascon. Infondo poi una breve riflessione su Here di Robert Zemeckis.
00:00 IntroduzioneÂ
05:54 Nosferatu di Robert Eggers
36:25 Emilia PĂŠrez di Jacques AudĂard
01:00:43 Here di Robert ZemeckisÂ
Una nuova puntata ogni settimana sul canale!
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2025-01-111h 15
The Lorenzo's Music PodcastMaking The Remix: Rainy day friction (Nicholas Burgess Mix) with Nicholas BurgessIn this episode musician Nicholas Burgess, returns to the show. This time, we talk about Nicholas's creative process for remixing our song "Rainy Day Friction" for our EP Lorenzo's Remixes Volume 1. We have a discussion about the techniques Nicholas used and the artistic decisions he made on the track.
This interview was recorded during an Instagram live session, Nicholas shares his method of starting with the original song's stems, selectively retaining parts like the bass, and building upon them with his own musical style. He explains his focus on the song's chorus and how it influenced the...
2024-11-0824 minLOUDAF.CLUBHyperfocused mixing, mastering & business goalsWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-10-0908 minLOUDAF.CLUBProtect your time and energy when mixing and mastering!Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-10-0713 minLOUDAF.CLUBUnlimited mix revisions... Yes or no?Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-3014 minLOUDAF.CLUBThe Vinyl Mastering Scam: Truths Behind the UpsellWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-2505 minLOUDAF.CLUBMaster Bus or Channel Clipping?Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-2411 minLOUDAF.CLUBHandling Criticism: Respond, Donât ReactWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-2309 minLOUDAF.CLUBHow I Saved for My First Analog Mastering ChainWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-2012 minLOUDAF.CLUB90% or Fail: The Real Audio Industry TestWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-1915 minLOUDAF.CLUBTurn Studio Anxiety Into Growth to Level up Your MixingWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-1814 minLOUDAF.CLUBBuilding a Flywheel for Your Studio: 3 Steps to Consistent WorkWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-1707 minLOUDAF.CLUBBuying Gear in 2024Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-1609 minLOUDAF.CLUBPerfectly mix 100+ vocal channelsWelcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-1311 minLOUDAF.CLUBR U OK?Today is is R U OK Day, an initiative run by a national suicide prevention charity here in Australia.
According to research done by the Centre for Social Impact at Swinburne University here in Melbourne, Australia, a survey of 1,304 of people working in the music industry and live performing arts showed that 59% have experienced suicidal thoughts.
It's important that we help each other and ourselves. If you're struggling, don't hesitate to reach out for support.
and A CONVERSATION CAN CHANGE A LIFE, reach out to others and ask, R U OK? Listen, encourage...
2024-09-1215 minLOUDAF.CLUBNo mixing career is work this... (I wish someone told me sooner)What time in the morning did you finish your session?
How much takeout did you slam down?
What number of coffees are you up to now?
All these concessions we make for working harder and longer for what?
It's not just me, but many of us have felt the weight of anxiety, stress, and health issues.
But whatâs the alternative?
Working less? Losing jobs?
Trying to find this balance can feel like a never-ending struggle, like a see-saw that never levels out.
Over the past five years, Iâve formed habi...
2024-09-1211 minLOUDAF.CLUBWhich compressor plugins should you buy in 2024?Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-09-1010 minLOUDAF.CLUBThe most challenging mix I've done all year!When Ed Thorne and Paul, third from Working Audio Tools, proposed the idea of a 3-way mix-off, I was immediately on board. However, when I first heard the stems, I couldn't help but doubt myself and my skills.
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2024-09-0912 minLOUDAF.CLUBHow to mix records and make your clients happy!By understanding that no mix has a predefined path, you make yourself available to steer mixes toward your client's vision. This involves actively listening to your client's feedback, making adjustments that align with their preferences, and communicating effectively about the changes you're making. This is how you get clients singing your praises at the end of a project.
Unfortunately, mixing engineers' most significant challenges often unlocks the best-sounding records and the happiest clients, providing valuable learning opportunities that can motivate you to improve your skills.
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2024-09-0613 minLOUDAF.CLUBAI Mixing is here and Iâm excited. Hereâs WHY!AI Mixing is here, and I'm excited!
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2024-09-0510 minLOUDAF.CLUBWhy producers and engineers suck at setting rates.I'm going to share why producers and engineers suck at setting their rates.
By learning from these mistakes, you can actively engage in the process of improving your rate structure, which is a crucial step towards turning a profit and growing in this industry.
I've doubled my rates in the past decade, from USD 50 a master to $150 and from USD 200 a mix to $800! The biggest challenges music producers and engineers face when it comes to setting rates are:
Fear of losing a job
Attracting the wrong clients
Sell the wrong things
Don't make...
2024-09-0416 minLOUDAF.CLUBAdvanced phase mixing concepts explained and detailedIf you understand how phase, summing and processors interact with the sound of a mix, you'll be able to craft better mixes.
Unfortunately, most people ignore these details and scratch their heads when they can't achieve the sound they want. The biggest challenges are:
Sound source phase issues
Signal flow phase issues
Processing phase issues
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2024-09-0320 minLOUDAF.CLUBHow do top tier mixing engineers get the best gigs?Learning how pro and top-tier mixers secure the best gigs empowers you to apply these strategies in your career.
By grasping the strategies of these mixers, you'll not only enhance your mixing skills but also attract more clients, gain more referrals, and work on more significant projects. This understanding can be a game-changer in your career.
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2024-09-0211 minLOUDAF.CLUBThe real threat to your mixes, low end, mid range and top end.Today, we will compartmentalise and methodically pick apart the most significant issues to each frequency range of a mix, detailing how to navigate each one!
Suppose you can understand the nuance and limitations and exploit each frequency range. In that case, you'll have a much easier time mixing records that translate and sound great.
Unfortunately, these things are often overlooked, and this oversight can lead to mixers' chasing their tail ', a situation where they are constantly making adjustments but not making any real progress, ultimately compromising the sound of their mix.
2024-08-3028 minLOUDAF.CLUBThe boom and bust cycles of mixing and masteringBoom-and-bust cycles in studio work refer to the fluctuating periods of high and low demand for your services. Managing these cycles effectively is the difference between being stuck on a hamster wheel and building and growing a thriving career.
With over 10 years of experience in the music industry, I've navigated through the boom-and-bust cycles, consistently building my studio year after year.
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2024-08-2920 minLOUDAF.CLUBTHIS is how people waste money on MASTERINGIt's a common scenario-someone sends work off for mastering, only to realize it needs more work, and more money. I've seen this happen all too often, and it's frustrating to see people having to double-spend.
You'll save money on mastering if you avoid a few critical errors.
This generally happens when;
There are unaddressed concerns in the mix
Lack of HONEST communication
The mastering engineer overpromises and underdelivers
Accolade or gear-based hiring
Going with the highest prices mastering engineer
Going with the lowest prices mastering engineer
Today, we'll delve into the common pitfalls...
2024-08-2816 minLOUDAF.CLUBHow to get blacklisted in the music industryIn today's issue, I'm going to discuss the things people do to get blacklisted in the music industry, to inform and educate you about these potential pitfalls.
Unfortunately, most people don't exercise self-awareness and control when they get themselves in trouble. But by being self-aware, you can avoid these pitfalls and stay on the path to success.
The biggest things people do to get blacklisted are;
Talk shit about other people
Don't follow through with promises
Politics, religion and money
Poaching
Gaslighting
By avoiding these negative behaviours and embracing positive ones such as...
2024-08-2713 minLOUDAF.CLUBI need to get better at mixing - Part 1In today's issue, I will share my game plan that will guide me in enhancing my mixes over the next six months. This plan is not just a roadmap for me, but a shared journey that I invite you to be a part of.
By honing in on my weak points in mixing, I'm not just aiming to bridge the gap in critical areas, but also to open myself up to new knowledge and skills that I can aspire to work on in the future.
These pain points in my mixes create mental blocks and...
2024-08-2612 minLOUDAF.CLUBGetting your foot in the doorWork
Relationships
Marketing
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2024-08-2307 minLOUDAF.CLUB30-min career building exercise (Mixing Engineer Edition)You'll build value that compounds for years to come
And Remember:
It's what value you can bring to others.
Not what value can you get out of them.
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2024-08-2105 minLOUDAF.CLUB5 Simple Practices That Transformed my MixesI'm sharing five simple practices that transformed my mixes and may change yours.
Listening at low volumes
Throwing faders in mono
Manually balancing each bass note
Using low-end fundamentals
Parallel stacks for vocals
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2024-08-2006 minLOUDAF.CLUB3 skills successful engineers actively embraceI'm going to share 3 skills successful mastering engineers actively embrace
If you can build up each of these skills, you'll exponentially improve your work as a mastering engineer.
The problem is that these skills are notoriously under-rated when discussing âsuccessful masteringâ
I've spent over a decade building these skills up; They are
People skills
Tech-knowledge
The power of NoÂ
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2024-08-1905 minLOUDAF.CLUBLet's try mixing a song in 1 hour... it's easier than you think.What Iâd do if I had to mix a song in record time. 1 Hour. and DONE
By exploring this thought exercise, weâll objectively examine how to improve efficiency and effectiveness in mixing.
Unfortunately, most people tackle mixing as a bunch of fragmented tasks, which all end up chewing up efficiencies to get to a great-sounding mix because theyâre stop-starting the progress of the mix as they jump from one to the next.
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2024-08-1608 minLOUDAF.CLUBBuilding a network vs burning a networkI'm going to talk about building a network vs burning a network in the context building relationships that help grow your career
If you can understand the subtle difference between the two, you'll build a good reputation amongst your peers, open up doors to new opportunities and get more work in the door at the studio
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2024-08-1507 minLOUDAF.CLUBTraining your ears to recognise compressionIf you can understand the subtle differences of dynamic compression, you'll make better mastering decisions, prevent yourself chasing your tail in mastering and ultimately have better sounding masters
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2024-08-1409 minLOUDAF.CLUBMastering best practices for streaming and socialsOne of our prime responsibilities in mastering is to produce masters that streams faithfully and doesnât sound wildly different when it leaves your studio.
Unfortunately, most people miss the âsmallâ details and nuance when it comes to this topic.
So Iâm going to one-by-one discuss in context from what I believe are the most important aspects to focus on when producing masters for streaming and socials.
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2024-08-1312 minLOUDAF.CLUB3 Critical mastering techniques no one talks about.By following these techniques on every master, you achieve objective improvements which is how you get the best sounding masters
Unfortunately, most people skip these steps, and spend countless hours chasing their tail doing things the hard way.
Level matching and the different types of level matching
Gain staging processors and the different types of gain staging processors
Monitoring the delta and what to listen for.
Letâs dive in!
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2024-08-1209 minLOUDAF.CLUBAll successful studios master these 3 things.In a world of âquick business hacksâ I'm going to walk through 3 tasks that have been slow, consistent and a necessity to the growth of my studio. And this approach will be solely focused on long-term success not quick fast hacks.
If you master these 3 tasks, you'll ensure youâre covering the based for a health studio business.
Unfortunately, most people skip consistent focus on these arenas in lieu of the âquick cash grabâ
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2024-08-0905 minLOUDAF.CLUBMastering ear exercise. Listen, Cover, Write, Check.Today Iâm going to share with you a listening exercise iâve been doing at the start of each mastering session to prime and calibrate my ears.
By recognising particular noise curves and variations of them, youâll strengthen your ability to identify and recognise anomalies in passages of audio.
Unfortunately Iâve never done exercises like this before and aural training is something we often neglect.
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Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commenta...
2024-08-0806 minLOUDAF.CLUBListening session checklist for mixesBy knowing what to listen for, you can objectively assess mixes before mastering, which is how you ensure you get the best sounding records
Unfortunately, most people listen blindly without a checklist and often go back having missed things that otherwise might have been picked up if they had a consistent formula.
This list is broken up into the following
Audible distortion / artefacts
Low end translation
Energy balance
Mid range balance
Tonal Shape
Dynamic composition
Stereo field
Sibilance
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2024-08-0708 minLOUDAF.CLUBStep-by-step perfect 808s in a mixUnfortunately, 808âs are hard because itâs sub frequencies are long waveforms both addative and subtractive in the synthesis of the 808 and the way it interacts with other elements.
But by following this my 808s always sound massive by;
setting consistent levels
managing tone
controlling itâs interaction with the mix
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Welcome to the anti loudness loudness club; where each morning while I get things set-up at the studio, I share commentary on mixing, mastering and running a studio that services around 1,000 projects per year!
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2024-08-0608 minLOUDAF.CLUBUnlimited mix revisions... yes or no?Today on my calendar, I have 3 mixes with notes to update. This is squeezed in alongside a fully booked schedule and Iâd be lying if I didnât say this can be overwhelming.
But there are a few things Iâve learnt which helps me meet revision requests, keep things organised, as well as satisfy my clients needs.
Unfortunately, it wasnât always this easy, because a busy schedule, with ego, and the stresses of visiting a project you otherwise thought should be finished isnât always a recipe for a clear mindset.
So Iâm g...
2024-08-0508 minLOUDAF.CLUBSecrets of mastering vinylI've got a vinyl mastering project lined up to work through today and itâs always fun to revisit some of the practical considerations we make in the process.
Iâll detail simple steps, that if you follow will make your cutting engineers life a breeze.
Unfortunately, most people are copy-cutting dribs and drabs of advice on vinyl mastering blindly without context.
So iâll be sure to share proven tactics that help achieve great sounding masters for vinyl and those will be;
How we consider side lengths and sequencing
Managing levels betwee...
2024-08-0219 min
Brilliant BusinessesBrilliant Businesses Podcast Episode 126 - Lorenzo Colangelo, The Gallery Hair Salon Tunbridge WellsLorenzo joins us to tell the story of how his father started the business, his core values and how and why they put people into the heart of what they do. https://thegallerytw.co.uk/Subscribe to our YouTube channel đđ https://bit.ly/39JZLRm Support the show
2024-04-2423 minThe Lorenzo's Music PodcastNicholas Burgess - Conjuring Music from Spooky ThingsIn this episode of the Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I talk with Nicholas Burgess, a rock musician with a penchant for the spooky and the supernatural. Nicholas talks about his prolific output, releasing a single every month, and the meticulous process behind his music-making, from writing to recording to remixing.
We delve into his latest remix of "Sweet Little Witch" where he reveals his approach to transforming tracks and working with collaborators. We also talk about his use of digital amps and the setup of his home studio.
Beyond the solo work, Nicholas is also in...
2024-04-1951 min
What's That Sound?BONUS EPISODE: Is Mastering Relevant in Today's Age? ft Nicholas Di Lorenzo | What's That Sound? with Stu WattsAnother bonus episode which will allow host Stu Watts and his guest to dive deeper on a specific topic.
This episode unpacks what today's mastering engineer looks like, and features guest Nicholas Di Lorenzo who is a mixing and mastering engineer, and the owner of Panorama Mixing & Mastering.
Key points in this episode:
Comparing the landscape of the music industry today vs 10+ years ago
How online educational content can skew general knowledge
The availability of plugins
Is AI a problem for mastering engineers?
Do you have a topic you'd love us to focus on? Let...
2023-11-2144 min
NO LIMITS PODCASTEpisode 12 | đď¸ââď¸âł Fairway Fiasco, Icky Situations, and Inner Insecurities with Nicholas PasqualeTee up and get ready for a hole-in-one podcast as your hosts Adriano Volpe (@adriano_volpe) and Anthony Di Lorenzo (@anthonydilorenzo97) sit down with the one and only Nicholas "Taz" Pasquale! đď¸Join us as we dissect juicy controversies from our recent golf trip, share our thoughts on what gives guys the "ick" and shine a spotlight on the vulnerabilities that lurk beneath these macho exteriors. âłđŁď¸Expect witty banter, candid confessions, and a whole lot of laughs on this journey into the world of golf gaffes, dating, and the quirks that make us who we are. đď¸ââď¸đ
2023-09-251h 34
Produce Like A ProWorking Audio Tools: The reality of making it as a mastering engineer with Nicholas Di LorenzoEd and Paul Interview Mastering Engineer Nicholas Di Lorenzo Check out Ed:Â https://linktr.ee/EdThorne Check out Paul: Website:Â https://www.paulthird.com Instagram:Â https://www.instagram.com/paulthird_uk/?hl=en Youtube:Â https://www.youtube.com/@PaulThird Mastering Engineer: Marcel Kerepesi Email: marcell@actdomake.com Instagram:Â https://instagram.com/actdomake?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Leave some Comments!:Â https://producelikeapro.com/blog/podcast/
2023-07-081h 00
What's That Sound?BONUS EPISODE: How To Be Efficient At Mixing ft Nicholas Di Lorenzo | What's That Sound? wth Stu WattsThis is the first of our bonus episodes which will allow host Stu Watts and his guest to focus on a specific topic and unpack a lot of more of the processes surrounding that topic.
This episode is about how you can be an efficient mix engineer and features guest Nicholas Di Lorenzo who is a mixing and mastering engineer, and the owner of Panorama Mixing & Mastering.
Main points we unpack in this topic:
Stem delivery
Mix templates/fx chains
How to quickly finish a mix
Mix feedback
Do you have a topic...
2022-10-0751 min
What's That Sound?Nicholas Di Lorenzo (Panorama Mastering) | What's That Sound? with Stu Watts Episode #4Stu Watts chats with Nicholas Di Lorenzo, who is a mixing and mastering engineer, and the owner of Panorama Mixing & Mastering. He takes care in closely working and maintaining a high-pedigree of craftsmanship for both his colleagues and clients on every project which passes through Panorama.
Topics discussed include:
The difference between assisting in a recording studio vs. a mastering studio
Why learning by teaching is important to growing your skillset
How having a deep understanding of your tools and how to apply them will make you a better engineer
Why having systems in place will...
2022-09-0744 min
6 Figure CreativeBuilding A Flawless Experience For Your Clients | With Nicholas Di LorenzoHave you obsessively perfected every single step of what your clients experience before, during, and after working with you?Most of the struggling freelancers I know have failed to do this, and it's costing them client, after client, after client, that they could have otherwise gained.The reason should be obvious: clients might forget the details of what it was like to work with you, but they will never forget how you made them feel.If you create a frustrating experience for them, you'll forever be remembered as "that one person who was...
2022-07-1247 min
Progressions: Success in the Music IndustryNicholas Di Lorenzo: Loudness with Intention and Mastering the Client ExperienceTodayâs guest is mixing and mastering engineer Nicholas Di Lorenzo. Nicholas is the owner and operator of Panorama Mastering in Melbourne, Australia. Since opening the studio 6 years ago Panorama has been involved in over 3000 projects, including artists such as Tentendo, Ava King, and Dugong Jr. As well as labels and publishing companies like Universal Music Group and Sony ATV. We have a great chat about loudness target myths, how to build a client roster, the importance of mental health awareness in the music industry.In this episode we'll dig in on...Mastering in Pro ToolsNon-Traditional st...
2022-04-131h 13
2021-11-0152 minAfter Mastering: Made At PanoramaDaniel Aragona - PR Team V SubmitHubDaniel Aragona - PR Team V SubmitHub
2021-10-1745 min
Secret SonicsSecret Sonics 117 - Nicholas Di Lorenzo - Pushing Boundaries Beyond MasteringNicholas Di Lorenzo is a mastering engineer and the owner of Panorama Mixing and Mastering based out of Melbourne, Australia! In our second conversation on the podcast Nick talks about creating content for his YouTube channel and podcast and we go deep on how he uses his content to better serve the artists he works with. We also talk about not being afraid of acting on your ideas, setting boundaries versus going above and beyond to serve your clients, and we dive deep into his approach to mastering in the "Sauce" segment where we further breakdown last week's song and...
2021-10-171h 19
After Mastering: Made At PanoramaDual Manner - Consistent Releases + Quality Product = Growing BrandDual Manner, Bryce Buxton.
2021-06-0941 minAfter Mastering: Made At PanoramaMorningMaxwell - 4 Spotify Editorial Playlists on Release Week.MorningMaxwell talks us through his release for "I Don't Wanna", landing 4 Spotify editorial playlists, planning release campaign with 2 collaborating artists and leveraging your fan base.
2021-05-2657 minAfter Mastering: Made At PanoramaButcher & The Florist - Packaging release experiences.The duo of Butcher & The Florist sit down to talk about how they move there releases out to the public as Packages and Experiences rather than single instances of songs.
2021-05-121h 12After Mastering: Made At PanoramaBreaking into the C-Pop scene with New Zealander Laurence LarsonLaurence Larson, also known by his Chinese name (ç˝čşć), is an Auckland-based singer/songwriter/producer who has made a big name for himself across mainland Chinaâs social media.Â
2021-05-051h 22After Mastering: Made At PanoramaKwaku - 6,000+ presaves via TikTok hustle.It was almost impossible to miss Kwaku's campaign in the lead up to his single "faults" with 70+ tik-toks he created and published garnering 6,000 presaves along the way and breaking the 100k stream mark on the single independently of any traditional PR route.
2021-04-2832 minAfter Mastering: Made At PanoramaNicholas Roberts - 50+ Synch Placements on MTVMy friend Nicholas Roberts joins us today. Nicholas is a songwriter from Orlando, FL. After landing his first Synch placement on Jersey Shore his continued to grow his career as a solo artist, producer and songwriter consistently releasing new music, landing synch placements and stringing together successful releases.
2021-04-211h 12
The Marshall Street PodcastMUSIC INDUSTRY HANGS #13 (ft. Nicholas Di Lorenzo from Panorama Mastering)This week we had Nicholas Di Lorenzo from Panorama Mixing & Mastering join the usual crew of Bennett, Stu and Coach! Nick has forged his own path in this industry and shows what can be done with planning, preperation and actually executing on those plans. Great chat for those looking to find structure in your music careerLINKS:Website: www.panoramamastering.com.auInstagram: www.instagram.com/panorama_mastering/
2020-12-0636 min
Jeff & The RefFight Sport Focus Podcast Episode 13 - UFC Fight Night: Felder vs. Dos Anjos Recap, Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship 14 recap with matchmaker Nate Shook, BKFC's Lorenzo Hunt, UFC 255 PicksThe Fight Sport Focus Podcast's thirteenth episode. Hosts Jeffery Hoffmann and Nicholas Sherlock recap UFC Fight Night: Felder vs. Dos Anjos and review our picks from last week's episode. Â Then, Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship matchmaker Nate Shook joins the show. Â We recap BKFC 14 from Miami, FL, and talk about the BKFC debuts of Paige VanZant and Frank Mir. Â Then, we are joined by BKFC's Lorenzo Hunt! Â Lorenzo had a spectacular TKO win at BKFC 14! Â Lastly, we give the betting odds and our picks for the main event of UFC 255. Don't forget to subscribe to and share this podcast on Ancho...
2020-11-201h 20Secret SonicsSecret Sonics 052 - Nicholas Di LorenzoNicholas Di Lorenzo is a mixing and mastering engineer and the owner of Panorama Mixing and Mastering based out of Melbourne, Australia!You can learn more about Nicholas and Panorama here:Â https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/You can follow Nicholas on Social MediaInstagram:Â https://www.instagram.com/panorama_mastering/Youtube:Â https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_bfJFyuxow&autoplay=1&mute=0Spotify:Â https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0EJWudTWIgf0TwbHmNPWkh?si=5OTILxllQBqZXfzBiHabDQReferencesHigh Voltage EQ6S:Â https://www.highvoltageaudio.net/eqs.html#mainPhil Barnes Episode (Wet Stems for Mixin...
2020-06-2854 min
Inside BS ShowHow Do You Start a Professional Practice in a Recession? Interview with Dave Lorenzo | 177This is a Father's Day Special. Nicholas Lorenzo interviews Dave Lorenzo about his career and his life. One of the most interesting questions was: "How did you start your consulting practice in a recession?" Join us for this fun and heartwarming interview that will help you grow your practice and inspire you.Spend a few minutes with the Lorenzo's this Father's Day. You'll be glad you did.
2020-06-2236 min
A Beer WithThis Is Not News - #7 Nicholas Di Lorenzo (Panorama Mixing & Mastering)In this episode of This Is Not News I speak with Nicholas Di Lorenzo who is a mixing & mastering Engineer from Melbourne.   We discuss how Nicholas sees mastering in the creative process, the changes he has seen in the industry recently, we speak about his frozen pizza reviews, get some tips about producing at home plus much more.  Make sure you check out all the things Nicholas does: https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/  Follow me on all platforms @boikingkoi  Come join us for Friday Knock Offs. More info here: https://www.faceb...
2020-04-2350 min
Hacking Your Leadership PodcastPay It Forward Friday: Nicholas KissingerOn this week's #PayItForwardFriday episode, Lorenzo thanks Nicholas P.H. Kissinger for his contagious positivity and genuine love for his job and his team.Click here for LinkedIn Profile: Nicholas P.H. Kissinger#BeABetterLeader #Leadership #LinkedIn #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozolozo@lifeoflozo.comchris@starkengagement.comHacking Your Leadership WebsiteHacking Your Leadership InstagramLeadership Memes TwitterStark Engagement ConsultingLife Of LozoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support.
2020-01-1702 min
The EDM Prodcast#8: Nicholas Di Lorenzo on Mastering, Building a Career, and the Loudness WarIn this interview I talk to Nicholas Di Lorenzo, mixing and mastering engineer based in Melbourne. We talk about a range of topics including: what mastering is, why communication should be essential in an engineer's arsenal of tools, and tips for building a career in the industry, whether as an artist or business person.
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Cool things mentioned in the show:
- Mixing With Your Mind (http://amzn.to/1EPAR2N)
- Mastering Audio (http://amzn.to/1EPASnk)
- Your Mix Sucks (http://www.mixedbymarcmozart.com/buy-mixing-books-tutorials/)
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