Girls Twiddling Knobs
Maximising your Recording Studio Time with Phoebe Bentham
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Episode notes
Have you ever recorded in a studio and felt like time just slipped away? Or maybe you wished you’d felt more comfortable or like you were using the time better? If so, this episode is not to be missed because Isobel is joined by Brighton based producer and engineer, Phoebe Bentham, who’s sharing her top tips on preparing like a pro for your next recording studio session.
Inside, Phoebe also discusses her route into production and engineering, her love of microtonal music, how she went about recording a choir, live drums and guitar in just one day and her advice for any trans listeners wanting to work in recording studios.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
{00:00} Intro
{03:43} How Phoebe got started in sound engineering
{15:43} Phoebe explains her love of microtonal music
{20:40} Phoebe’s advice on how to prepare for a studio session and how to effectively work with an engineer
{26:31} Her definition of a producer vs an engineer
{34:04} More tips on how to prepare for a studio session
{43:20} How Phoebe engineered and mixed a live performance of Lambrini Girls’ track Help Me I’m Gay
{56:50} How Phoebe recorded an 18-person choir for Angel Maxine’s track Be Yourself
{01:09:58} Phoebe’s advice for trans women forging careers in sound engineering
{01:17:09} Episode Summary
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Girls Twiddling Knobs is hosted by Isobel Anderson, produced by Isobel Anderson and Jade Bailey and is a Female DIY Musician Production.
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