Building Your Business - FAQ Friday - Warren Huart: Produce Like A Pro
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- This week we talk about building your online presence, getting business, working with your first clients, and why I use affordable guitars for recording!
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Hi Friends! Today we talk about building your online presence, getting business, working with your first clients, and why I use affordable guitars for recording! Thanks ever so much for watching!
great video warren
Thanks ever so much Apple!
Thanks Warren, Great Vids as always. you always sound like like you are in a conversation rather than formal video.... lover that, and also love the examples/stories.
Hi Polo's Lair thank you ever so much! I really appreciate your kind words!
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I'm so glad I watched all the way to the end, there is so much wisdom and truth in this video as always 😀
I have been doing sound and recording for a long time,and when i worked for clair brothers back in 93 it made me like all forms of music,and gave so much education. but my love is metal. but if you think you know everything,and can't use information form other people.then you are not going to get any better at your craft so with that I just want to thank you for all the good information.
Thank you ever so much Matthew that really means a lot!
That last part was poetry to my ears!
Hi Zakk Zahariev was shucks thankful to be able to help! Have a marvellous day!
Produce Like A Pro Thank you! Right back at you!
Thanks very kind of you Zakk!
Hard work is definitely the way to build your business combined with great people skills!
Agreed 100%! There are no easy fixes!
“If you plug it in and it speaks to you and it plays well, it doesn’t matter what it says on the label.” Amen to that.
Hi thisisthereafter yes indeed!! Have a marvelous time!
Love this video and wonder how many people will watch it and not get it at all... I am listening and in agreement.
Thanks ever so much Sean! You Rock my friend!
Hello Warren! I am a Venezuelan musician and some time ago I started to like sound engineering and music production. For some reason I found your channel and since then I have seen almost all of your videos. I love the way you share your knowledge and how you dedicate time with those people who follow you. Thank you very much! all the best for you
Hi Inaki, thank you ever so much for your incredibly kind words!! I am so glad to be able to help! Thank you being an amazing part of our community!
I am continually enamored by your humility, practicality, and inspiration invoking words of wisdom.... Thank you for sharing your time and knowledge with all of us. As expected yet another great video!
Thanks ever so much! You are very kind my friend! I'm so glad to be able to help!
I agree totally. It takes years to build trust and a portfolio. For me it was in the water and waste water industry. Different career but the same idea. Musically I’m not there yet. But slowly but surely my name is getting out locally. Not there yet, but it will. Integrity goes a long way
Hi Stan Johanson yes Sir! You are on the right direction!
I've been meaning to say how much I like the intro music as well.
Thanks ever so much Jed!! You Rock!
Thanks Warren.
Thanks very much Arthur!!
Hey Warren, Thank you for sharing your intellectual property! !!!!!!
You Rock Ricky!
I had a Tascam 4-track cassette recorder as my first multi-track recorder. I graduated to a Tascam Syncaset 8-track cassette recorder and then to an Alesis ADAT-XT - loved the ADAT-XT. Still have the Tascam 238 AND the ADAT-XT.
I've had all the myself!! I have a soft spot for the good old ADAT! Great device!
Very valuable information thanks for posting
Aw shucks thanks very much Apple! You rock!
Thank you for your great advice! I had no idéa until now that you produced some of my alltime favorite albums, The Fray's second album is fantastic and same goes for Augustana's second album Can't Love, Can't Hurt. Keep up the good work!
Wow! Thank you ever so much! I really appreciate your kind words!!
Great FAQ this week!
Thanks ever so much Matthew!!
Thank you always informative
Hi Steve, thanks ever so much!
Great business advice Warren. Especially for me since I really do live in village in the middle of nowhere, in the Austrian Alps.
Thanks very much Justin! Really glad to be able to help! Living in the Austrian Alps sounds beautiful to me!!
Brilliant Topic... I'm super appreciative, Team PLAP
Thanks ever so much Patrik!
Yes, some of us are old enough to remember the pre DAW age! My first piece of equipment was an Aria 4 Track tape Recorder, Studio Track R504. I paid $800 for it in '85! Out of curiosity I looked one up on Ebay.... it was going for around $50. That $800 will seem outrageous to some nowadays, but it wasn't just a piece of equipment that was purchased, it was education that will last a lifetime, and that is invaluable.
Thanks Warren!
Thanks very much Audrey!!
Just the right info I needed to hear
Thanks ever so much Harmony! I really appreciate your kind words!
You are a good man Warren
Thank you ever so much A.D. Green!
Thnx Warren... charming and informative as always!
Dear Warren, I always enjoy watching your videos and tutorials, they bring a "positive mood" when I stuck with my project and need an advice. I only started producing my songs so must learn a lot from professionals like you. However, music still remains a "hobby" cause I haven't made a penny yet and it's an expensive hobby. I've been making my living running a small construction business for last 20 years, this why I have a budget for a home studio, hiring session singers and sound engineers and like I said, it's an expensive hobby. Many talented musicians out there give up too soon, cause they're young and have no budget and no experience in "how to do business" and "how to deal with wrong people" in the music industry. Also, I had to cancel few song recordings with very talented singers because their managers wanted me to sing "no win" agreements. Those situations don't affect me as I just move on and look for other unsigned singers only because I have time and I'm still making money in construction. What advice would you give to other musicians on a "tight budget", so they don't give up or worst - "sign a dodgy contract"? Thanks and Regards. Byolegy
Hi Byolegy! Thanks for your great comment and wonderful insight! I understand, people do give up early, usually because they don't earn enough soon enough! I could also have done that many times during my career! However I lived on Pasta for many years and pushed through it!
Thanks a lot for the reply. I guess "push through it" is one of the solutions (and I'm not being sarcastic). Thanks again. Byolegy
I know from my experience I didn't personally make any real money before I deserved it!
Totally agree. I'm still an amateur trying to fill the gap between "want to" and "can do". Thanks again. Byolegy.
Hi Byolegy, the best music in the world was always made by amateurs!
Thanks for your videos. Your vocal production tips have worked out wonderfully. Now I'm building a name for myself locally for being able to record and produce good vocals. Other local people complain about vocals being a hard part of the process for them but I love it now.
Like many people looking to establish themselves in this industry, I'm still on a heavy diet of Ramen noodles. When that changes I will take you out for sushi as a thank you.
Thank you ever so much Justin! Great to see you doing well my friend! The whole point of me doing Produce Like A Pro is to create a wonderfully supportive community! Thanks for being such a huge part of it!
Hello Warren, I follow you since 2 years. And I like your videos and tipps. It was a huge help for me in my studio. You are a really cool and true guy. Best regards from Berlin Germany! And all the best for you!
Looove the new intro!
Thanks ever so much Jose!!
great video..with lots of an interesting information..
Thanks ever so much!
Great Advise mate thank you!!
Thanks ever so much!!
Great advice as always! Thx!
Thanks ever so much Steve!
Thanks for the amazing video & all the information warren !!
Thank you ever so much Darlene!! You Rock!
Thanks Warren for the awesome life lessons! I’m wondering How can we, as a new generation, catch up with the more experienced engineers that have had experience with vintage analog gear throughout their whole life? How can we produce and mix good music without having lived in the vintage and tape era of Music, and don’t have access to such equipment?
Yes! Definitely! We can definitely make amazing music! The tools are incredible and we are able to create wonderful results!!
Very helpful advice!
Hi Eric, thanks very much!
Great information as always. Thanks Warren!
Hi noisesoundtonevibe thanks ever so much!! You Rock my friend!
Great questions and answer as always!
I love my "cheap" Yamaha acoustic! I play it all the time, it has a great sound. And when I'm on stage I don't mind it that much if it gets a dent or something (of course I try to avoid it).
I also used my cheap THR10C from Yamaha to record some parts of a song I am curently working on. I love the sound and frankly I don't see a reason to re-record it using my more expensive Fender '68 reverb deluxe (I mainly use that one in live occasions)
Marvellous! Perfect! I agree 100% Martin!! Thanks for your amazing insight! Very inspiring to hear real world examples!
Great! Thumbs up
Thanks very much Pat!
Very professional advice. 👍
Thanks ever so much Chris! I really appreciate it!
Hi Warren! I also started with 4-tracks cassette recorders... incredible journey, thinking back! Thanks for the suggestions! I could write the first one myself... I’m a drummer, I have my little studio and starting to offer my services. Social and web presence... check! Thanks!
Hi Sergio M yes, it was a great journey indeed! It’s wonderful being able to create the best way we can in each medium! By the time we get to a DAW we’ve learned so much!
Loving your advice mate, you explain stuff really well. One suggestion, drop the lift musac behind, it's kinda distracting. Much love from Cannock England! Thanks again for your input
Hi Mark, thanks ever so much! haha most people enjoy the music! I suppose as the saying goes 'You can please some of the people all of the time, you can please all of the people some of the time, but you can’t please all of the people all of the time' Have a marvellous time recording my friend! Have fun in Staffordshire!
Good stuff Warren.....rc
Thanks ever so much Shuzies!
Hi bro thanks for your experien you r very good man
Thanks very much Rian!! I really appreciate your comment!
Keep letting yourself ROLL on these!
It's great to see the passion and downright animated responses to these questions... Bravo!
BTW.. That goes for answers that are not necessarily what the inquirerers were expecting ; ^ }
Hi Steve, thanks ever so much!! I am really glad you enjoy the video!
I just discovered your channel, thanks for all the great information!
I have a question for your Friday series: What do you wish more artists knew before they come into the studio? If an artist is self-producing their own music, what do they need to know to be prepared and knowledgeable when they are ready to record?
I'm currently working on a song that has a synth lead and lead singing in the chorus. I'm at the mixing stage and I was thinking if I should try some sidechain so the synth would give some way for the singer. Then I hear the same advice from your video. Your advice was well timed. Thanks, I'll try it tomorrow
Fantastic Teppo! So glad to be able to help!! Thanks for the marvellous comment!
finally first...great subject warren...i m watching
Yay! Congratulations! Thanks for the comment! Have a marvellous day!
interesting!!
Thanks very much!
I always hear people talking about "even if you only have 400 followers or so," but I never hear anyone talk about when you have 4 followers. How to actually get STARTED from scratch, and how to stay motivated.
Since we're asking questions, I would like to hear your opinion on studio monitors. I had my eye/ear out to buy Adam A7X but they are pretty expensive, or maybe the Yamaha HS7 which are about half the price but I see a lot of good reviews. Now, I'm not the one that thinks that what costs more is always better, it's just that I had an opportunity to listen to a7x but not to hs7. Could you tell us something about reference monitors in the next q/a? I see you also have a pair of adams behind you. Thank you in advance, keep up the great work!
Marvellous question! I'm exceptionally impressed with the Yamaha HS7's!! Wonderful monitors!!
Produce Like A Pro Glad to hear it from an expert! Thank you for the quick respond!
I’ve got HS8’s currently but I’ve noticed they are very bright, boomy, and scooped in the mids. They have trim levels and I have it set to be as mid-forward as possible and it actually sounds decent. I’m assuming the HS7’s will provide a better mid range response simply due to physics. And they’ll definitely get the job done for you. Can’t really go wrong!
I myself am looking at the a77x. Only $2500 for a pair and they are 3 way so the bass & mids are separated. They get awesome reviews.
Don’t forget to do a little room treatment...
Davitski P My room is already pretty well treated so that's a plus. Thank you for your opinion
H of The Stage you’re very kind! Although I’m not an expert! They are the ones telling us we are doing it wrong! Haha I’m happy to be learning like yourself!
Great advice as ever Warren particularly about cheaper instruments. I bought an Eko Ranger 6 second hand for £50 (with case) in 1985 and it’s been my go-to acoustic for songwriting since. It has a beautiful mellow tone and I would never part with it. It’s also built like a tank...!
I LOVE the EKO Ranger! That was an amazing guitar! So many people learned on that wonderful guitar!!
Produce Like A Pro. I noticed that Ryan Adams had got himself a 6 and a 12 string Eko Ranger and was playing them whilst promoting his last album Prisoner, so I am in good company (or he is! 😀)
Agreed! Great guitar!!
P.S Ryan Adams is a superb talent!
Hi Warren. I heard you mention in a video that you do audio exercises every day. Would you be interested in doing a video on the different exercises you do daily?
I know that I'd really love to see that, so that while I'm not working I can maintain some of my skills.
Hi Dicey I do a lot of different exercises! Guitar playing and some ear training exercises, practicing drums and many other things! Where to start? Haha
Produce Like A Pro Yeah, sorry I should have been a bit more specific :). I'm asking about ear exercises personally.
P.s. I started out on a Tascam 4 track too, even though I'm only in my early 20's. I love that machine, and it thought me to plan out my recordings and committing to tape.
Yes, I loved using 4 tracks! DAW's really changed everything for the better for me! I use mainly free iPhone Apps!
I'll have a look, thanks!
Dicey you’re very welcome
The sibilance in this video is driving my monitors - and my ears - insane! Where's that expensive de-esser you have, Warren? :D
Hi feto kun wow! Sorry to hear you’re having issues. I'll have Matt look at the audio edits and see if he reduce any esses even more. What kind of monitors do you have? Sorry to hear they are picking up sibilance so much. My Genelecs in my room aren’t reproducing any excessive essing. Have a marvelous day!
What kind of speakers and what kind of room do you have feto?
Hey Warren, I like the light show at the beginning of your you tube videos. How do you do that? Thanks. Glenn Lestz
Hi Glenn! Thanks ever so much for your marvellous comment! I really appreciate it! Our friend Henning created the visuals for us:_ ua-cam.com/video/rrVCToqqqPQ/v-deo.html I created the music!
Is Adobe Creative Cloud important when starting out your own studio and having remote sessions as mentioned in your video?
That's a marvellous question! Yes, it is one of many tools that you can use! I personally send and receive files through Hightail or Dropbox, but there are many solutions!
What was that great track to reference?
Hello Warren. Great tips and stories. When that story with Andy did happen? Was it before or after his job with Pink Floyd? I think I read somewhere he started with PF during the wall tour.
Wow! It's as if I wrote that first question. I was literally going to google that exact thing.Thanks for the wonderful insight as always.
One thing though, do you think it's a good idea to be part of the music union or is it not essential?
Hi Paul, wow! Thanks ever so much for your great comment! So glad to be able to help!
Instead of working for free: I like the concept to record the band for free. 1 track. If they like it, they pay fixed (low) price, maybe $75 or $100 for your mix... If they don't like it, they walk away, but they don't get to take a CD home.
It allows you to get a little cash back to re-invest in your gear
Hi Demag, whatever works best for you! I can only tell what worked for me and friends I have. I wish you all the best! Have a marvellous time recording and mixing my friend!
I like warrens idea of getting more work from it best ! if a free song builds trust with bands & artists then you will have them forever
Hi Darlene, whatever works for each person! Ultimately it depends on each individual case! Dave Jerden always worked this way, so did I, however if you can get paid upfront when you're building your resume then great!
Have you heard of Godin Guitars? Made in quebec Canada
Hi Steve! Yes! Great guitars for the money!
what's the best way to go about building a resume
Hi Ryan, marvellous question! As I suggest in the video you have to be humble and be prepared to work on spec, at least one song, either Producing or Mixing for free to build your resume and trust with the client! I wish you all the best!
How about building your mix portfolio with say multitracks that i have aquired from you and other resources??
Absolutely! Use ALL of my multitrack my friend! Mix them, add Production! That's what they are there for! We are here to build a community
Thanks it's much appreciated. so would you then create a facebook page offering your services with say a soundcloud link to your mixes? is there anything in particular you should say or specify to create a good portfolio. sorry if these questions sound dumb i'm not really getting the point of my question across very well.
YES! Exactly my friend! You have all of the right ideas! No questions are dumb my friend! These are all very valid points!
Very very valuable information. I just want to ask...why most music nowadays has a big loud very compressed audio files, but the old school guys who are awesome had moderate shape with more dynamics?!
Is it based on any audio engineering idea??
Thank you😊
Hi AMB, interesting question! Actually people tend to print a lower signals these days without committing compression etc to DAW, they leave it to the mix! We used to always print the tracks how we wanted to hear them!
Produce Like A Pro Yes, I agree...but somehow they sound slightly better I think! Thank you for your time.
Indeed! Master bus can be a huge issue! Keeping that more open is key!
I think an expensive guitar is more for the player than anything else. The workhorse guitar (not expensive but not cheap) is for the music. And sometimes the cheap guitar has the right sound in the right place. Seems to me that most working guitarists seems to have LOTs of guitars or guitars they've modified. Of course, nothing applies to everything so there are exceptions. ---- Your experience with your first recording with Louise sounds similar to how an artist feels when doing their first recordings in a great studio with a great producer/engineer. I relate.
Thanks ever so much Loren for your amazing comment! I really appreciate it! You have wonderful insight my friend!
I used to use soundcoud but found there converters did ugly things to my files. Does anyone else find this?
Hi Music Ting I’ve not personally experienced a very bad conversion, however if I did I would remove and immediately upload again. Ultimately it’s a great way to host your music!
every streaming service seems to have issues every now and then. warren is right uploading again can give you a different result.
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I wish I knew what that meant! Have a marvellous day!
Maybe quantity does outweigh quality these days. Lots of youtube channels that are successful spew video after video day after day with content that is diluted and repeated.
Hmm that might be true of 'Personality' based Channels where someone is fooling around and kids find it hilarious, but with channels like ours we want to provide free amazing advice to help our community grow!
Hi Warren, or.....If you are lucky you can be superbrutal and put it here,problem solved,hahaha: drummerjeroensimons.wixsite.com/studiodrummerjs
Thanks Jeroen!! You Rock my friend!
Ok ok, can it be a bit jazzrock too then...;) :)
Haha yes indeed, you Jazz-Rock my friend! Haha
Yesterday I saw an English comedy (Not Monthy Python...) on the television, the dry humour combined with genius behind it/creativity is king approach made someone,s life better... If you think about it deeply: how boring will it be without art?? And to be on topic here: I think it,s very important to ask the question to oneself: What can I add for value to the life of others, what service can I provide by being myself?? With true introspection and knowing yourself truely your message will be more authenthic and you will attract like minded and then work together, its a psychological process too...People CLICK or they don,t...Sting and Stewart didn,t and they are both great...;) As they say: Raise your standards and work hard and smart...And learn how to read people too and think outside the box: Reading books about all kinds of subjects...The more we know the more we don,t know...;)
Exceptionally well articulated my friend! Thanks for being such an amaze g part of our community Jeroen! Sting, wow what a talent! I love The Police!