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#236 - How to Know When Your Song is Finished

38 min • 18 februari 2025

In this deep-dive episode, Ben and Carl explore the challenging question that plagues every music producer: "How do you know when it's done?" Working backwards through the production chain, they break down the decision-making process at each stage of music creation, from mastering to tracking.

Discover:

Why comparing your mix to the master might be hurting more than helping
The surprising reason Ben and Carl approach limiters differently
What doing dishes has to do with better masters
Why your physical response matters more than your analytical mind
The crucial difference between "missing something" and "looking for problems"
How to stop yourself from ruining a perfectly good mix
Why casual listening might be your most valuable production tool

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Ben - https://www.instagram.com/benwallickmusic/
Carl - https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/

Learn more:

https://www.benwallick.com/
https://www.carlbahner.com/

This episode with edited by Gavi Kutliroff - https://www.instagram.com/pleasant_peasant_music/

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