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Secret Sonics

Di: Ben Wallick and Carl Bahner
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  • Join mix engineers Ben Wallick and Carl Bahner as they team up to discuss the real-world trials and triumphs of music production. Tactical advice on skill development, mixing mindsets, personal branding, and achieving work-life rhythm in an evolving industry. The motivation and strategic insights you need to build your dream creative career in music and audio. Fresh episodes every other week.
    Copyright Ben Wallick
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  • #205 - Consistency Hacks for Reliably Radio-Ready Mixes
    Apr 29 2024
    Want to know how to create release-ready mixes with confidence every single time? In this episode, Ben and Carl reveal their approaches for achieving reliable mix consistency no matter the song. Discover the mindset shifts, little-known technical tricks, and proven workflow strategies that will help you nail your mix vision faster, with fewer frustrating detours and do-overs. Get ready to level up your consistency and mix with confidence!


    Topics we discuss:
    • The simple monitoring move that will jumpstart your ability to make confident mix decisions
    • How your mix bus processing chain could be sabotaging your consistency
    • A counterintuitive mix approach that ensures your choruses always deliver the right emotional impact
    • Why your favorite mix engineers never mix a song from start to finish
    • The critical mix buss metering insights that take the guesswork out of gain staging and balancing


    Connect with us:

    Secret Sonics - https://www.instagram.com/secretsonics
    Ben - https://www.instagram.com/benwallickmusic/
    Carl - https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/

    Thanks to our sponsors!

    Progressions with Travis Ference - https://www.progressionspodcast.com/listen

    Learn more:

    https://www.benwallick.com/
    https://www.carlbahner.com/

    370 Social Media Ideas for Studio Pros - https://branding.carlbahner.com/free-social-media-prompts


    This episode with edited by Gavi Kutliroff - https://www.instagram.com/pleasant_peasant_music/

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    44 min
  • #204 - Masking Mayhem: How to Tame the Chaos and Clarify Your Mixes
    Apr 22 2024
    In this week's episode, Ben and Carl unmask the mystery of masking (pun very much intended). They talk about frequency masking, rhythmic masking, transient masking, and more. There are plenty of "aha!" moments that will change the way you approach mixing, so tune in now and elevate your mixes from cluttered to crystal-clear!

    Topics we discuss:
    • The little-known mixing villain that's sabotaging your mixes (hint: it's not just frequency masking!)
    • How to diagnose and eliminate "rhythmic masking" to unlock airtight grooves
    • The #1 rookie mixing mistake that's holding your mixes back - and how to break the habit for good
    • Why muting is the most underrated weapon in your mixing arsenal (and how to wield it like a pro)
    • The simple stereo field trick that can eliminate muddiness and clutter in seconds flat
    Connect with us:

    Secret Sonics - https://www.instagram.com/secretsonics
    Ben - https://www.instagram.com/benwallickmusic/
    Carl - https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/

    Thanks to our sponsors!

    Progressions with Travis Ference - https://www.progressionspodcast.com/listen

    Learn more:

    https://www.benwallick.com/
    https://www.carlbahner.com/

    370 Social Media Ideas for Studio Pros - https://branding.carlbahner.com/free-social-media-prompts


    This episode with edited by Gavi Kutliroff - https://www.instagram.com/pleasant_peasant_music/

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    20 min
  • #203 - Embracing Your Inner Weird: Turning Quirks into Career Superpowers
    Apr 15 2024
    Leaning into your authentic self, flaws and all, can become your greatest asset in building a standout career. In this offbeat episode, Ben and Carl dive deep into the quirky traits and tendencies that make them unique as music professionals.

    Topics we discuss:
    • Why your quirks are more than just personality traits - they shape your artistic identity
    • How to harness your quirky strengths to attract your ideal clients and collaborators
    • Why facing your fears (even the irrational ones) can lead to creative breakthroughs
    • The underrated power of post-project follow-up in building lasting artist relationships
    Connect with us:

    Secret Sonics - https://www.instagram.com/secretsonics
    Ben - https://www.instagram.com/benwallickmusic/
    Carl - https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/

    Thanks to our sponsors!

    Progressions with Travis Ference - https://www.progressionspodcast.com/listen

    Learn more:

    https://www.benwallick.com/
    https://www.carlbahner.com/

    370 Social Media Ideas for Studio Pros - https://branding.carlbahner.com/free-social-media-prompts


    This episode with edited by Gavi Kutliroff - https://www.instagram.com/pleasant_peasant_music/

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    32 min

Sintesi dell'editore

Join mix engineers Ben Wallick and Carl Bahner as they team up to discuss the real-world trials and triumphs of music production. Tactical advice on skill development, mixing mindsets, personal branding, and achieving work-life rhythm in an evolving industry. The motivation and strategic insights you need to build your dream creative career in music and audio. Fresh episodes every other week.
Copyright Ben Wallick

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