The Power of Transient Designers
The Power of Transient Designers in Audio Production I’ve spent a good chunk of my life mixing and mastering, and I’ve got a bit of a soft spot for transient designers. They’re kind of like the unsung heroes of the…
Matty Harris
Matty Harris is a mixing and mastering engineer based in Los Angeles with over 20 years of experience. A Berklee College of Music graduate and Apple Digital Masters certified engineer, he has over 490 verified credits on Muso.ai, including 364 mastering credits and 255 mixing credits, with work for Kelly Clarkson, Travis Barker, A$AP Rocky, Cuco, Still Woozy, Remi Wolf and Wrabel. He founded Mix & Master My Song to give independent artists worldwide direct access to major-label-level mixing and mastering, working with every client personally from first mix to final master.
The Best Mixing Plugins in 2026
This post contains affiliate links. If you buy through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Introduction Mixing can feel like standing in front of a wall of options, each plugin promising to be…
The Essential Guide to the Best DAW for Beginners in 2026
In this article, I want to discuss what is the best DAW for beginners is. Choosing the right DAW can significantly influence your workflow, creativity, and the quality of your music, especially if you are just starting. This guide is…
Understanding LUFS in Audio Mastering
This post contains affiliate links. If you buy through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As a mastering engineer with years spent fine-tuning records to meet both technical and artistic demands, I’ve come…
Top Picks: Best Microphone Stands for 2026
As a dedicated recording engineer, I am always on the hunt for the best microphone stands that will not only hold my mic but enhance my overall recording experience. The year 2026 promises cutting-edge microphone stands that are geared towards…
The Best Headphones for Drummers
Introduction As a professional mixing and mastering engineer, I understand the critical role that headphones play in a drummer’s arsenal. The quest for the best headphones for drummers is not just about finding a comfortable fit or a robust design;…
Optimize Your Space with a Home Vocal Booth
How to Build a DIY Vocal Booth: The Professional’s Guide to Perfect Sound Isolation As a seasoned mixing and mastering engineer, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial a well-built vocal booth is to the recording process. Whether you’re laying down vocals,…
10 Essential Tips for Perfecting Your Vocal Mixes
This post contains affiliate links. If you buy through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. 10 Essential Tips for Perfecting Your Vocal Mixes Are your vocal mixes not sounding as professional as you’d…
Learn how to use Melodyne for Pitch Correction like a Pro
Melodyne is an incredibly powerful piece of audio editing software that lets you manipulate audio, specifically monophonic recordings, in ways no other DAW plugin can. With Melodyne, you can finely tune vocals and instruments, correct sour notes, tweak timing and…
Mix Bus vs Master Bus: Key Differences Explained
When it comes to audio processing in music production, two terms that often come up are “mix bus” and “master bus.” These techniques play crucial roles in the mixing and mastering stages, but what exactly do they entail and how…