WCA #566 with Mike Blodgett – Isolated Ground, Ground Rods, Isolation Transformers, Power Conditioners, and Electrical Safety
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back engineer/producer electrician, Mike Blodgett to discuss electricity and pro audio!In This Episode, We Discuss:Isolated GroundsIsolation TransformersGround RodsPower ConditionersApartment PowerHome Studio PowerElectrical SafetyLinks and Show Notes:Mike on WCA #348Matt's Rant: How You ListenCredits:Guest: Mike BlodgettHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
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WCA #565 with Hans-Martin Buff – Tearjerkers, Peter Gabriel, Real World, Binaural, and ATMOS
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back engineer/producer and 3D audio geek, Hans-Martin Buff to discuss mixing Peter Gabriel's I/O as well as his own project Tearjerkers. In This Episode, We Discuss:TearjerkersPeter GabrielReal Word StudiosBinaural MixingATMOSFormat HatersLinks and Show Notes:Pure Audio Streaming:Immersive Audio Album:Link tree Album:Youtube Siren Video:Audiomovers Apple: Illusonics Neumann RimeVirtuoso: Waves NX: Matt's Rant: Focused DiscussionCredits:Guest: Hans-Martin BuffHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
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WCA #564 with Steve Dierkens – Career Path Shift, Joy in Work, Financial Balance, Global Collaborations, and Redefining Success
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Engineer, Producer, Mixer Steve Dierkens. In this conversation, Steve shares his journey from as a succesful enginer working in film in California to a professional audio engineer and producer living in Canada. He discusses his early influences, the transition to a professional career, and the lifestyle changes that came with moving to Canada. Steve reflects on the challenges of building a studio, the importance of family, and the reevaluation of his career goals. He emphasizes the need for joy in music production and offers insights into financial perspectives in the audio profession. The conversation also touches on remote collaborations, social media challenges, and the definition of success and happiness in the industry.In This Episode, We Discuss:Career path shiftFamily-driven choicesMoved to CanadaStudio-building challengesJoy in workFinancial balanceValued client relationshipsGlobal collaborationsSocial media pressureRedefining successLinks and Show Notes:Steve and Chris Selim's PodcastMatt's Rant: More on Streaming vs Physical MediaCredits:Guest: Steve DierkensHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
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WCA #563 with Jon Rezin– Working Remotely in Ohio, Mixing, Saving Time, Skills and Network
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Grammy winning Mixer, Producer, & Mastering Engineer Jon Rezin who has worked with Natalia Jimenez, One Direction, Andy Grammer, BoA, and Santana.In This Episode, We Discuss:Working Remotely in OhioMixingSaving TimeSkillsNetworkBuilding RelationshipsThe Masked SingerAmerican IdolLinks and Show Notes:Jon's SiteJon on InstagramMatt's Rant: Streaming vs Physical MediaCredits:Guest: Jon RezinHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
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WCA #562 - STEVE GENEWICK talks SPINAL TAP
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back Recording and Mixing Engineer Steve Genewick. Steve gives us the full behind the scenes look into the making of the new Spinal Tap record "The End Continues". From the initial phone call to the release of the record and movie we get into the details. In This Episode, We Discuss:Initial Phone CallWhere to RecordSetupMics, Preamps, etc..MixingMixing in ATMOSWIG Day!In The BoxCracking UpLinks and Show Notes:The time code softwareDownload the Input List!Steve's site Link to the record on Apple MusicWCA #070 with Al Schmitt & Steve GenewickWCA #324 with Steve GenewickWCA Live from NAMM 2024Matt's Rant: PerfectionCredits:Guest: Steve GenewickHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
Peel back the glamour of the professional recording world. Guests from the world of audio for music, film, games, restoration, and more share their insights on how they made their journey, how they survive, their advice on the real things including wins, losses, working with other people, money, and career advice.
Hosted by audio engineer Matt Boudreau.
The Working Class Audio Podcast - Navigating the World of Recording with a working class perspective.
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