Are you a beatmaker? Are you a producer? Are you both? This week Professor SentZ discusses the the terms and their hidden connotations while giving tips for both paths.Episode ContentsLab ReportFacebook announces “Premiers”The Moog One Hit

Minimize To Maximize – Episode 35

Oct 3rd, 2018 57m 36s

The 80/20 rule states that, for many events, roughly 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes. 80 % of your success stems from 20% of your actions. Conversely, 80 percent of the drama you deal with stems from 20% of your efforts. By reduc

Finding Your Sound – Episode 34

Sep 26th, 2018 42m 5s

This week is all about finding your sound as a producer, artist, DJ, and engineer. The benefits go well beyond the art you create. If you’re struggling with getting your sound in order, stick around until the end for 9 tips that’ll help immedi

Fixing Your Website & Schedule – Episode 33

Sep 19th, 2018 38m 23s

Captain Lean Automatic returns from vacationing amidst a hurricane on a boat. Professor SentZ becomes a student, and drops some gems learned from industry scientists Brian Hood and El-P. We discuss dealing with nerves and take a deep dive into

Producing Visually + Breaking Down a Vocal Mix Chain – Episode 32

Sep 12th, 2018 37m 15s

Peace Lab Scientists! It’s been a busy and exciting week, so I’m excited to chop it up about new developments!I launched VocalMixes.com for all vocalists, voiceover artists, and podcasters to up the quality of their recordings with a professio

Major Gems Learned From a 12,000 Person Concert – Episode 31

Sep 5th, 2018 38m 56s

Professor SentZ spent Labor Day weekend at Q102’s Hot Summer Nights concert and picked up a whole lot of gems to discuss for you future DJs, artists, promoters, and songwriters. We also discuss the sonics of the new Eminem album “Kamaikaze”, an

The Boys Are Back – Episode 30

Aug 29th, 2018 52m 44s

The break is over and season 2 is here! We’re excited to return to our weekly format, and even more excited for the return of the good Captain Lean Automatic to the show. This week he and Professor SentZ go over a ton of topics including:Madl

Recording Vocals When You Hate Your Voice – Episode 29

Feb 24th, 2018 20m 23s

I’ll let you in on a personal secret from my own experience recording vocals. I generally hate my voice. I’ll let you in on another secret learned in my years of recording vocals for others. Most artists hate their voices. Some of it is purely

Humanizing Loop Based Music – Episode 28

Feb 8th, 2018 6m 21s

Most modern genres of electronic music are loop based to some degree. DAWs like Ableton and FL Studio guide us on a guide to producing 4 bars at a time. The problem that we face stems from a lack of variety and surprise in certain songs. On tod

Destructive Arrangement – Episode 27

Feb 5th, 2018 7m 42s

Destructive arrangement involves producing a song to its apex, and then stripping down instruments to form the other sections. It’s a vital skill to master for today’s producer, so let’s dive into an example.Subscribe on iTunesSubscribe on So

NAMM and Mixing Rap Vocals with Slate Digital – Episode 26

Jan 30th, 2018 29m 14s

Don’t you just love when a product reinvigorates you? It’s been a few weeks since I subscribed to the Slate Everything Bundle and I find myself excited every time I load the collection. I even shot a video of an unscripted mixing session using

How to Design Better Sounds by Listening – Episode 25

Dec 29th, 2017 7m 16s

Developing a critical ear is an essential skill for anyone involved in making music. This week we use N.E.R.D’s – “Lemon” to discuss an exercise producers can use to make sure their sound library stays current, all while teaching you how to bri

What is Optical Compression? – Episode 24

Dec 9th, 2017 7m 1s

Optical compressors are often described as “musical” and “flexible by mixing engineers, but why is that the case? The secret lies in the name itself. On this week’s episode we discuss what makes up an optical compressor and when to use one. Wel

5 Waves SSL 4000 Plugin Takeaways – Episode 23

Dec 5th, 2017 16m 8s

The SSL 4000 E and 4000 G are staple mixing consoles in countless studios across the world. Heralded for their speedy workflow and the ability to push a signal up front, we’re luck to have digital versions like the Waves SSL 4000 series to pack

Writing Without Paper – Episode 22

Nov 10th, 2017 12m 8s

Sometimes recording straight to a daw, or even to a voice note on your phone, is better than putting pen to paper. Today we discuss why, and go over a few different ways to approach the concept, regardless of genre. Welcome Lab Scientist!Subsc

How Should Native Instruments Spend $59 Million? – Episode 21

Nov 6th, 2017 17m 53s

A private equity firm called EMH just gave Native Instruments $59 million dollars. After picking my jaw off of the floor I got to thinking about how NI could best spend that coin if they want to push the brand back to the top. I’ve used NI prod

iOS 11 Talk & 4 Tips to Stop Stale Sound – Episode 20

Nov 3rd, 2017 13m 59s

Back to back episodes? Yes please Today Professor SentZ talks about the new perks of iOS production and how to keep your sound from getting stale. Hit play, subscribe and RATE US to support the podcast!———Need music for your projects? Visit

Introducing Ableton Live 10 – Episode 19

Nov 2nd, 2017 19m 10s

Peace Lab Scientists! We’re back with a new format. Going forward expect shorter episodes, released more frequently, so we can stay on top of the newest trends in the game. Today we’re discussing the announcement of Ableton Live 10!For more in

Lean Automatic Joins Energea – Episode 18

Jul 27th, 2017 32m 36s

NYC heads if you haven’t heard, our own Lean Automatic has joined the fine folks at Energea! With the Captain at the helm, we’re spending some time discussing how the NYC Production School and Studio space is set to change the game for artists

DJ Edits, Summer Instagram Tips, and Free Drums – Episode 17

Jun 30th, 2017 50m 48s

Guess who’s back with free drums and a sack? We’ve enjoyed a much needed vacation here at the lab but it’s time to get back to work. If you aren’t a subscriber of our mailing list, change that. There’s two collections of free drums waiting for

New DJ Controller talk, Digital Clipping, and Lil Yachty – Episode 16

May 22nd, 2017 52m 45s

Every New DJ dreams of spinning in a room with dope art, black lights, and beautiful women wearing more paint than fabric. Not everyone gets to do it. This week Lean Automatic discusses his recent gig at Neon Tsunami, an audio / visual experien

Novation News, Modular Synth Software, and Streaming Services – Episode 15

May 4th, 2017 52m 55s

Peace Lab Scientists, we hope your week has been a creative one. We’re covering a range of topics today including Modular Synth Software benefits, and Novation’s new announcements. We also dissect Traktor’s STEMS format, and break down what str

New Kendrick, Synth Clones, and Music Industry Standards – Episode 14

Apr 6th, 2017 1h 20m

Peace Lab Scientists and Music Industry folk, we’re excited to be back. This is our biggest episode to date so get ready for a fun one. If you haven’t already, sign up for our Mailing List so you don’t miss the free goodies we send out.The Lab

Producer Beef + Old People Suck – Lab Brief #3

Mar 29th, 2017 11m 21s

Ahh the smell of producer beef in the air. Wait that’s just weed. In today’s quick Lab Brief, Professor SentZ reminds you to ignore bitter old people and their rules. Emphasis on bitter, not on old. After that, we discuss the ongoing produce

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