Behind The Console

Send us Fan MailWork-life balance in music, is it even real? Late nights, missed plans, constant pressure, this industry demands a lot. Is balance possible, or is it the price of success?

Send us Fan MailWe’ve got our first guest, OTR, in the building. We discuss his work as both a DJ and engineer, his come up, and real insights on DJing, engineering, and the music industry.

Send us Fan MailIf you spend more time recording it right, you spend less time trying to save it later. We're breaking down the top recording mistakes that people make and how to fix or avoid them!

Send us Fan MailWe just spent $10K on new studio gear. In this episode, we break down what we bought, why we decided to upgrade, and whether expensive equipment actually makes a difference in music production and audio engineering. Does better gear really improve your mixes, or is it more about skill and experience? We talk about the mindset producers develop around upgrading their studios, the psychology of buying new gear, and how to know when it’s actually worth the investment.

Send us Fan MailAI is transforming the music industry at a rapid pace. Is this the next evolution of creativity or the beginning of something entirely different?

Send us Fan MailHow much should you actually charge? How do you raise your rates without losing clients? And what happens when someone doesn’t pay?We share real-world strategies for pricing your work, negotiating professionally, and protecting yourself from bad client situations.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we take a deep, technical look at the role of analog outboard gear vs plugins in today’s mixing workflow. With plugin emulations getting closer than ever and hybrid setups becoming the norm, we break down whether hardware still offers a real sonic advantage.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we dive into real studio horror stories from sessions that went completely wrong. We also break down why referencing is crucial for mixing, how to use reference tracks properly, and how referencing can instantly improve your mixes.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we break down the differences between recording, mixing, and mastering and explain why each stage is essential.We cover what happens at each step of the process, common mistakes artists make, and how recording, mixing, and mastering work together to create a final sound.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we discuss the best DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) and some of our favourite EQs. We compare the top options, talk about workflow, essential features, and how to choose the right DAW and EQ for different mix situations.

Send us Fan MailIn our very first episode, we introduce ourselves, talk about our backgrounds in audio engineering, and break down what you can expect from this podcast. If you're into music production, mixing, studio stories, or just want to learn more about the world behind the music — you're in the right place.