In this debut episode of “Does It 500?” Producer Matty Amendola compares the sound of an original tube Pultec to 500-series alternatives, from Pulse Techniques, A-Designs, IGS, and Bettermaker.
The original Pultec tube EQs are studio icons with distinctive-sounding low and high shelves that are still loved by producers, engineers Read more...
Producer/Multi-Instrumentalist Matty Amendola takes the Cranborne 500ADAT rack and Camden 500 mic pres through their paces while recording a full song at 825 Records in Brooklyn, NY.
Matty demonstrates the versatility of these award winning mic pres as well as their use as color boxes in this new SonicScoop series, Read more...
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Today, “Making the Mix II” digs deep into the foundation of “Blah Blah Blah” by 825 Records artist Juliana Wilson. That’s right, following Part 1, “Demo & Mix Prep,” we’re talking drums and bass, and plenty of it in Part 2 of this five-part series. Here, producer/engineer Matty Read more...
If there’s one thing Producer/Engineer Matty Amendola loves more than teaching audio on camera, it’s making music in the studio.
Lucky for us all, the prolific founder of Brooklyn’s 825 Studios – and its sister label 825 Records – doesn’t have to choose. Once again, he’s put it all together Read more...
In this exclusive video series for SonicScoop, Producer/Engineer Matty Amendola takes you behind the scenes to share his signature techniques for crafting a great mix.
Working in a true hybrid analog/digital setup, he demonstrates a wealth of tips, tricks, and fresh ideas. In easy-to-follow fashion, Amendola walks you through the Read more...
