What makes PALS different

    Many websites offer mixing and mastering lessons, but they often require a level of knowledge that most beginners lack. While countless YouTube videos are available, most are hit or miss—and from my experience, they miss far more often. Even when you find a seemingly helpful video, it may not address your specific question or pertain to your exact situation. For instance, the instructor might be using a different DAW or demonstrating techniques on a rock song while you’re trying to mix a country track. Important details can easily get lost in translation, and more often than not, the real reason the video exists is to try and sell you something. It became increasingly apparent to me that there was a strong interest in watching an experienced mix engineer work on YOUR song. It is invaluable to see a pro make mixing decisions in real time, all while using the same DAW and plugins you are using. This approach mirrors how engineers learned in the past—by being present in the studio and watching seasoned professionals hard at work.

    When I began sharing free lessons on YouTube back in 2014, I quickly discovered two things: First, I have a knack for simplifying complex topics. Second, there is a large community of musicians and home recording enthusiasts eager to improve their skills but lacking the proper resources. With the significant drop in recording gear costs over the past 20 years, producing and mixing your own music has never been easier. However, owning the gear is only part of the equation; many still struggle to use it effectively.

     After one of my videos on mixing vocals began gaining traction, I was inundated with messages from viewers thanking me for my clear explanations and asking why, despite using the same techniques, their songs didn’t sound like those of their favorite artists. Many expressed their frustration over the lack of quality resources available to them. One person even said, "I wish I could pay you to come to my studio and show me exaclty what I'm doing wrong." That was my lightbulb moment! That is exactly what was missing and how most people, including myself, prefer to learn. Shortly there after, ProAudioLessons.com was born!

​

Click here to find out more about how it works.