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Production Stories
“Behind every track is a journey. In Production Stories, dive into the creative process, technical challenges, and unexpected moments that shape electronic music. From studio experiments to mixing breakthroughs, explore the artistry and innovation behind the sound.
House Music Mixing Lessons from Chicago: How a 1996 Trip Changed My Sound Forever
Chicago 1996. Tape. Desks. The moment I realised house music mixing was part of the art—not just the process.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 293 min read
The Secrets to a Great Sounding Track: How Far Do You Really Need to Go?
Forget the rules—great tracks are about feel. From Homework to hard drives, how far do you really need to go?
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 223 min read
Do All DAWs Sound the Same? The Truth Behind DAW Sound Differences
Do all DAWs sound the same? Technically yes, but the feel tells a different story. Here’s how each DAW shaped my music over the years.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 194 min read
Why Signing Up to Plugin Companies Saved Me Thousands on Pro Plugins
How I saved thousands on plugins by signing up to mailing lists, using subscriptions, and timing deals like a pro.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 162 min read
My Top 5 Influential Mix Engineers: Insights from the Masters
From club mixes to pro insights—these 5 engineers helped shape my sound and belief in what’s possible. A dedication to the masters.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 83 min read
Keep Going: Why Perseverance in Music Production Pays Off
Keep going. Even 10 hours on one section can be worth it. The breakthrough often comes right after you think it’s not working.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 262 min read
It’s 2025, and I’m Still Freezing Tracks in Logic Pro
It’s 2025, my M2 Max is 40x faster than my old G4, yet I’m still freezing tracks in Logic Pro. Will we ever have true unlimited power?
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 192 min read
Finding Your Sound: The Mr Pink Formula for Music Production Success
Finding your sound in music production is key. Learn how I built the Mr Pink formula, finished tracks fast, and crafted a signature style.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 123 min read
HY-RPE2 Euclidean Sequencer: Unlocking Rhythmic Flow in Electronic Music
Euclidean sequencing adds natural movement to rhythms. HY-RPE2 brings that modular feel in the box, creating dynamic, evolving grooves.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 223 min read
The Akai S-Series Sample Libraries: A Slice of 90s Authenticity
Discover how Akai S-Series samplers shaped 90s House & Techno with iconic sounds still in demand today. Find out where to get them!
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 83 min read
The Journey of a Track: How ‘The Iron Hamma’ Found Its Way to the Hacienda and Beyond
In ’93, I made a track in my bedroom. Months later, it shook The Hacienda. Music takes you places you never expect—trust the process.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 284 min read
Bettermaker Passive Eq
The Timeless Appeal of the Pultec EQ: A Personal Journey My fascination with the Pultec EQ began in 2006 when I first learned about its...
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 273 min read
Big Sky was gone. The vibe was broken. Then UAD Pure Plate stepped in.
Lost my reverb. Lost the vibe. Then a free plugin showed up—and saved the mix. UAD Pure Plate to the rescue.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 263 min read
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