Mixing in Cubase, Nashville Home Studios, and Holding Yourself Accountable | with Brent Hendrich

Today’s guest is Nashville based mixer Brent Hendrich. With over 20 years of experience as a freelancer Brent has logged countless hours of time in the recording studio, worked on a Dove award winning record, and contributed to Emmy award-winning compositions. We chat about being willing to invest in your growth, working in Cubase, mix prep, starting a career in Nashville, and the power of setting specific goals.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

• Big Studio vs Home Studio Paths
• The power of specific goals
• Working on pop music in a country town
• Using blind A-B tests when mixing
• Working with an accountability coach
• Mixing in Cubase
• Attending SAE
• Reflecting on your past work
• Mixing as you produce
• Noticing what your clients think you do best
• Navigating the slow patches
• Investing in your growth
• Mix Prep and file delivery

Mentioned in the Show:

• Kirin Callinan "Return to Center" - Listen
• Brent on Secret Sonics - Listen
• Cubase - Learn

Travis' Intro: Trusting Your Taste

Learn More About Brent Hendrich...

Website: https://brenthendrich.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brenthendrich/

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Credits:

Guest: Brent Hendrich

Host: Travis Ference

Editor: Stephen Boyd

Theme Music: inter.ference