If you're reading this, please leave a comment and let me know that you're here! I read all of your comments :) I'm beyond blessed to have had the opportunity to sit down with the legendary Al Schmitt! With over 1100 credits on Allmusic (Henry Mancini, Steely Dan, Jefferson Airplane, Bob Dylan, George Benson, Toto, Natalie Cole, Quincy Jones, Diana Krall, etc.), much of his success and career sustainability stems from his firm analogue groundings and his talent to adapt new technologies to improve on the old. His sound is famous for being open and clean, allowing the best natural qualities of instruments to shine. Al Schmitt is nothing short of a living legend and one of the most important figures in recording history.
@valium-fm72366 жыл бұрын
@produce like a pro - I’m here ! ( I think). Great interview Warren 😁👍🏻
@iwantappledumplings61876 жыл бұрын
Such an amazing interview,! I love the information and was fully engrossed!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Apple!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Valium FM!!
@zoolfilms6 жыл бұрын
Wow. This is great. Al Schmitt is the nicest guy! Will definitely get this book :)
@agondistortion6 жыл бұрын
Warren is so respectful , industry needs more people like him
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Awe shucks! Thanks agon! You rock my friend!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Agon! When you're sitting with a truly successful person who you admire so much it's hard not to be humbled!
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
@HECTOR JUNIOR thanks ever so much. Al was the greatest of all time
@marc_leblanc3 жыл бұрын
I came to check out this interview after learning of Mr Schmitt's passing. R.I.P. 😔
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Terrible news, he was such a huge influence on all of us.
@kasavubu3 жыл бұрын
You enhanced the sonic landscape for all of us to enjoy. Rest in peace Sir.
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
He was a Prince among men!
@CarlyonProduction3 жыл бұрын
Did al pass away? Oh god I had no idea. That’s a huge loss. Makes this interview even more special.
@TheChzoronzon3 жыл бұрын
Wow, he was almost 89 in that interview... I would have bet 15-20 years younger: What a charming gentleman.
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Hugely charming, smart, youthful and talented,
@jdoucetteguitar4 ай бұрын
i hope to be as spry when i get to that age. totally present, and cool AF
@Bring_MeSunshine3 жыл бұрын
I've just watched this again, but it may even be third time I've watched it. All the more poignant given Al's recent passing, but it popped up after I watched Mix With the Masters' tribute to Al, and PureMix tribute on Monday, both of which featured such an impressive array of pro's to talk about their love and appreciation for the great man. To say Al was the Engineers' Engineer would be true, if an understatement, and obvious, but nearly everyone that spoke about Al, spoke about him, his loves, the way he treated musicians, the way he treated everyone, the hidden 'magic' in how he worked, his passions, his endless enthusiasm, and since he was working up to the end with his boy-like enthusiasm and his humanity. And he absolutely did not look his 91 years. It's been so, so inspiring. I get a tremendous amount of my technical information from people like yourself and others, so it took a while to realise why so many of the modern engineers who are famous for their use of compression et al, were all so in awe of The Engineer who is noted for using hardly any. I was wondering what is it that they admire. His 'magic' was obviously on show, but it was more than that, so what was it? It finally dawned, it was everything about him, it was the unending involvement, the pursuit of excellence, the humour, the character, the life, love and soul. It tumbled from his being. It is something to aspire to that doesn't really encompass what he did in the studio. I truly feel, there will never be another engineer on his level again. If people like Bob Clearmountain, Andrew Scheps,, Chris Lord Alge, Jack Joseph Puig, Greg Wells and so many more would hold this man in such awe, where do people like me stand? But then, it became obvious, whatever I do in engineering, firstly, take it seriously because it's a wonderful opportunity to do a wonderful thing, and have fun doing it, and make every event a wonderful and worthwhile experience, treat people with genuine interest and respect - inspiring. Thank you Al
@SirEggbertfartalot6 жыл бұрын
For 88 years young, AL seems very "bright eyed and bushy tailed" ! I loved his comments on "no EQ's or Compressors", and "but Sir.... you don't understand.... I'm not qualified" I could imagine the Duke smiling and thinking, "maybe not now, but after this session, YOU WILL BE". Very nice interview Warren and team, I enjoyed it ;0)
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Agreed, what an incredible story!!! Yes, he is extremely lucid! A true inspiration!
@TIMOWHITEBUFFALO3 жыл бұрын
I am so honored to have him come to my college class at Citrus College and he invited us to his own studio at Capitol Records and I even played Nat King Cole's piano...that was in his studio..He was a classic man...very humble and so full of love ...
@swordfish523 жыл бұрын
Rest in Peace Mr.Schmitt ...
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
He was a Prince! Incredible guy, wonderfully talented
@maurodrums80616 жыл бұрын
One of the many things I admire from your channel is how you make everyone feel relaxed and not threatened to have a great engineer like you around, you have a gift to befriend musicians, engineers, everyone. Keep it up!!!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Maura, that REALLY means A LOT! Al is a true gentleman and an amazing talent! We are blessed to be able to talk to him!! Thanks for your marvellous comment!
@gstanley753 жыл бұрын
Wow! What a loss. Universally respected by the music world. THE producers’ producer and so humble. Condolences for everyone family and friend alike.
@j.b.c49983 жыл бұрын
I'm watching this video for the first time, unbelievable stories from such a legend! Very sad to think that he's no longer on Earth. God bless his soul. RIP Mr Schmitt.
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
He was the greatest of the greats!
@EandVEntertainment6 жыл бұрын
My absolute favorite engineer. My recordings completely changed when I started studying how he worked. Thanks Warren.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your marvellous comment!
@johnseals48624 жыл бұрын
Al is a true legend! He has been through every change there has ever been. Thanks Warren for letting us in.
@TobyEllis6 жыл бұрын
I love listening to Al talk about his time in the business. Pleasant surprise that he talked a bit about his sobriety too. 31 years. Wow! What an inspiration!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Such an inspiration Toby!! Thanks for watching!
@latonpowers53566 жыл бұрын
Amazing he’s 88. Seems like such a sweet guy. It’s great he’s still so energetic and doing great work.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
I agree! Amazing!! Thanks for your great comment!
@monkeyxx6 жыл бұрын
he's got the best attitude of anyone and he's sharp as anyone al schmitt is a role model for me
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
I agree 100% my friend!
@ggoohhnnjjaalltt Жыл бұрын
Cheers to another marvelous interview! Warren is the Larry King of record producer & engineer interviews. Congrats to Mr. Al Schmitt for 30+ years of sobriety. Rest in peace, no sans eq sans compression wizard.
@PeterAlkins-h3m Жыл бұрын
What a treat to hear Al Scmitt telling stories that are our recording heritage, well done.!
@Bluelagoonstudios11 ай бұрын
I admire this legend, from the start I began mixing, he is just the benchmark of engineers. Especially only mixing on the ballistics of the VU meters, so no sound necessary for Al. For me, the best engineer ever, and just there under are all the other amazing mixers, like Bob Clearmountain, Nicolas Bolas and other amazing people. And also humble, I had another idea of those people doing that work. It's great the internet is there, to know these legends a little better. Great interview Warren.
@markbillett92273 жыл бұрын
In Al Schmitt we have lost somebody truly unique. A real master of the art of sound recording. His recordings will live on as some of the best ever made. Having been lucky enough to meet him, he was as special as a person as he was an engineer. Sadly, we will not see his like again.
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, Al was a one of kind, incredible talent! A true Gentleman who we all could learn so much from!
@buzzsmith81463 жыл бұрын
What a nice guy. What a history. Good job, Warren. Sorry for his passing.
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Yes, absolutely terrible news. He was the best
@ronbynum73046 жыл бұрын
I always enjoy your interviews Warren, but this is undoubtedly my favourite to date. Listening to Al Schmitt talk about recording, particularly his process, is not unlike talking, and listening, to Geoff Emerick, may he RIP. Of course the stories are very cool, but Al’s candor in answering your savvy queries made this the best. Thanks loads.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Ron! That really means a lot! Yes, RIP Geoff Emerick!
@anshuljain85154 жыл бұрын
You are so lucky to go and meet these people and talk to them like this for an hour. I hope I get to your levels of success someday Warren...
@drummerjeroensimons6 жыл бұрын
There is a reason why highly succesfull people are so nice: they combine their heart and soul in allll facets of life...Not one aspect...;) We should be happy for our gifts and use them with respect...Respect for AL and ofcourse WARREN guys!!!!
@Producelikeapro5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Jeroen! That is very kind of you to say! Agreed, Al is a true Gentleman!
@drummerjeroensimons5 жыл бұрын
@@Producelikeapro Only a gentleman recognise another one...;)
@drjazz72786 жыл бұрын
another top interview Warren .. I can picture Al working with Robbie Williams, both of them at the top of their game completely unfazed by each other's legendary status, bringing out the best in each other.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever also much for your great comment!!
@christyhierz-siebauer79755 жыл бұрын
This is Dave, I'm here. Ran my own studio for years. Loved reading about Al in mix magazine. Great interview!!! I feel like I know him!
@Producelikeapro5 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave!! Yes, he's amazing!! Happy New Year!
@quirkyfunguy6 жыл бұрын
I love how informal yet educational this interview is! It's like watching two friends talk
@darlenesheffield98356 жыл бұрын
yes! I agree
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Sonny! I learned so much from Al!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Darlene!
@alexeysmirnovguitar6 жыл бұрын
One of the best interviews on the channel. Living legend!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Many thanks Alexey! Living Legend indeed!!
@thompsonsmusicgroupllc93743 жыл бұрын
RIP to the great Al Schmitt. so much knowledge.
@righteoussounds41205 жыл бұрын
Warren, I want you to know. As an aspiring engineer, early in his career, I hope to always carry myself in a similar fashion to yourself. Your professionalism, respect and knowledge is unparalleled and makes for a pleasant experience, every time! Thank you for giving us someone to look up to!
@Producelikeapro5 жыл бұрын
Thank you ever so much! That really means a lot!
@righteoussounds41205 жыл бұрын
@@Producelikeapro Of course! Please keep doing what you're doing!
@j1theboogeyman6 жыл бұрын
Always refreshing with honesty but woow this was just on another level. From the amazing rant on mastering engineers to the whole sobriety episode. Could listen forever to this man!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much my friend! He's such an amazing guy! Huge talent and so honest!
@GraemeWoller6 жыл бұрын
He just comes across as such a giving man. Passionate about his craft and time in the industry.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
I agree 100% Graeme!!
@dezabel3 жыл бұрын
Rest in peace Al. It was a great honor to have met you in the past. I will never forget.
@rickhbrown6 жыл бұрын
Wow, no compressors, no EQ, no auto-tune, everything in mono. Everyone should have to work that way at first. Warren, thanks for making sure the stories from these legends can be heard. Much appreciated!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome my friend!
@henryvanweeren72334 жыл бұрын
I've listened to almost every Al Schmitt KZbin interview there is. When I found out Al Schmitt FINALLY did his autobiography "Al Schmitt On The Record", I couldn't order it fast enough! It's wonderful that he includes setups on various recordings. Warren, I'm sure many would agree you are a terrific interviewer for all these legendary music people. Thank you!
@Producelikeapro4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thanks ever so much for that amazing comment!! I’m blessed to be able to talk such wonderful people as Al Schmitt, he’s a huge part of so many incredible albums!!
@henryvanweeren72334 жыл бұрын
@@Producelikeapro Oh, just got to the part where he talks about his mentor, Tom Dowd. Another legend! Believe it or not, I was blessed to find Dowd's documentary "Tom Dowd & The Language Of Music" at a thrift store! Most amazing find so far (the next was a signed copy of "Creativity Inc." by Ed Catmull). Take care and keep doing what you're doing!!
@BluesLicks1016 жыл бұрын
That microphone phasing knowledge and having no eq HW in the signal chain is a HUGE reason for the utterly amazing harmonic and phasing quality there in Al's recordings.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
I agree 100% my friend!!
@jlx_music43655 жыл бұрын
"ProTools...nightmare sometimes...", the legend spoke! Love it, because it's so true!!!
@DrKevGuitar3 жыл бұрын
Rest in peace, Al. Thank you for everything.
@damon_aaron3 жыл бұрын
More than 40 years later, Breezin' is still one of my favorite cruising singles. Thank you Al.
@larryh18433 жыл бұрын
The grandmaster of recording and a great man. RIP AL
@frederickthorne24963 жыл бұрын
So sad to hear about Al passing. Rest in peace,, good sir,
@jlx_music43655 жыл бұрын
You can literally watching him telling all the stories all day long and you never get bored...Amazing man! Glad you could pick him up and ask to make such a great interview! Thank you! :)
@michaelvaladez65703 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful story, what a charmed life.I love hearing all these stories of the golden age of recording in real time.For his age at the time of this done he seems so much younger and such vitality, very charismatic individual.Being the age of 67 myself hearing all about the artist and mixing is moving there will never be a time as such.I really think that with the recording industry changing to Pro Tools its not the same.Yes it saves time and money but it is no longer a LIVE recording..In something lost is gained as the saying goes but we have lost the greats Al Schmitt Tommy PaLoma, Phkil Ramone, Tom Dowd, Sir George Martin.These are the ones who were legends of thier time.They knew sound, what mics.,what studio to use...etc.May he rest in peace.What a life , what a man.He will surely be missed but not forgotten.
@twtobin9416 жыл бұрын
Wonderful interview. I've seen a lot of interviews with Al Schmitt, but this has been one of the best ones. Thanks, Warren.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much T W Tobin! You Rock my friend!
@oig402033 жыл бұрын
Even as a kid I recognized the incredible sound of the drums on Breezin'. That is still my favorite drum sound. "Crisp" is the word that comes to mind.
@pmamusicproducer6 жыл бұрын
I loved this interview so much! I was blown away by his stories about the early days. Recording and mixing without the fancy tools that we have today. Totally working with e.g. mic placement and having artists and big bands performing in ways that we almost never see today! Real musicians and vocalists! What a wonderful guy he is Al Schmitt. And Warren, you are just a great interviewer! Thank you so much for this! I am inspired! =)
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Petter! Yes, Al is amazing ands I loved being able to talk to him! Truly wonderful!!
@Bring_MeSunshine5 жыл бұрын
I came back to watch this again; prompted by firstly watching a Mix with The Masters Q&A with Al, and then a Pensado's Place interview, with Al, and now this. Now, I love the technology and I admire tremendously what people can do with it, but it can't be argued, when it comes down to the fact that, this man can record - granted with some great tube mics and pre-amps - simply by great mic placement (often with omni patterns), no EQ and fader riding instead of compression, then I realise that there is a big hole in my abilities that will probably never be filled, at least, not fully. I come to absorb, I know not what, I just know it's worth it with such great engineers
@perrypelican94765 жыл бұрын
I like this guy. He is mellow. The mellow guys are the longest lasting. Everyone wants to work with them and usually pretty good at their job. They don't stress others and are productive. Look how sharp he is and healthy.
@IPushHard6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely gold. Beautiful interview. Does anyone ever wonder what their contribution is?...and how that will be remembered? ...Wouldn't it be nice to have no doubt?
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much my friend! We are blessed to have these opportunities!!
@randalclarke54873 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, I always mix as I go, and premixing all the time
@peterbrandt79116 жыл бұрын
We should all have an uncle Les. Great guy, great interview. These people had to put so much more effort in their work. It's good to be remembered now and then.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Haha I agree Peter! That would be amazing!
@soulcialproductmusic42126 жыл бұрын
This has to be my favorite interview. I learned so much about the industry
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much my friend!!
@TheDragon7t6 жыл бұрын
What an incredible story. Thank you Warren for a great interview and thanks to Mr. Schmitt for his great insight and stories. What a life.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much my friend! Yes, Al is amazing!
@rlbradish6 жыл бұрын
Al Schmitt. Warren Warren Warren.......you are a lucky man. Thanks for sharing this with us.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
I am a very lucky man my friend!! Thanks for your great comment!
@turretstudios99075 жыл бұрын
It was great to be a fly on the wall! Thanks!! My favourite part was when he said Out On The Beach 😍 big love
@Producelikeapro5 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much!! Happy New Year!
@DarrenWinklerMusic6 жыл бұрын
Hey Warren, this is without a doubt the greatest interview that I have seen. Not only your interviews but any interview about the music business. Thank you so very much for putting this together and sharing this amazing man with the rest of us. Just an unbelievable video and an unforgettable guest! Seriously, Thank you for sharing this.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
WOW!! Thank you ever so much my friend!! I really appreciate your very kind words my friend!!
@ivannikolaev22936 жыл бұрын
Warren, you do absolutely insane things... It hard to underestimate all that kind of stuff! I'm very, very grateful to you for everything you do and I'm so glad I have an opportunity to see this man sitting here and telling stories! Thank you, Warren, for all you do! And thank you again.
@Producelikeapro5 жыл бұрын
Thank you ever so much Ivan! You are very generous, Al is a true master and a Gentleman!
@TheNealQ6 жыл бұрын
I have this irresistible urge to go, OMNIS! Looking forward to watching this. One of the best.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
haha! Enjoy the interview Neal!
@fjn6675 жыл бұрын
This is a history lesson for real. Al have done some of the most amazing recordings in history.
@Jbedz6 жыл бұрын
Love the story of how you started! "and the Elevator doors opened" haha
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Haha yes! Al has amazing stories! This interview could have been 10 hours! haha
@heartland38874 жыл бұрын
highly honored n respectful to his great talent and skills!
@originart68286 жыл бұрын
What sort of troll gave this a thumbs down? What a lovely example of his memory lane! Thanks Warren, people will treasure this for decades or more!
@darlenesheffield98356 жыл бұрын
Yes very sad! Rival channels do it!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
That's quite alright Darlene!
@chazband6 жыл бұрын
Excellent interview of one of the best ever. Amazing that he is still doing it at 88 years old. Thanks for bringing it.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Hi Charles! Agreed, I hope I am still working at Al's age! Truly incredible!
@adamfox96516 жыл бұрын
I love this guy. He's so old-school Brooklyn.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
AGreed Adam!! truly amazing!
@recordman5556 жыл бұрын
Warren - thank you for your incessant sense of grace for the up-and-coming Producers of the world! You truly are a great man.
@darlenesheffield98356 жыл бұрын
yes I agree so much
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Recordman555!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Darlene!
@bcdrummer1962 Жыл бұрын
The book is MUST READ if you are at all interested in music production. Thanks Warren, this is like the 3rd time I’ve watched this interview and just thought a comment was well overdue! Cheers!
@Producelikeapro Жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much for sharing!
@CarlyonProduction3 жыл бұрын
Nicest guy in audio hands down. Such a fountain of knowledge. His humbleness belies just how huge this guy is. He has worked on so many HISTORICAL records. Just the fact that he was Sam Cooke’s guy is enough for me. Some of the best records of all time.
@patton3034 жыл бұрын
This man is 90 now. Respect.
@Producelikeapro4 жыл бұрын
Yes, truly amazing talent and wonderful man!
@s_everett4546 жыл бұрын
That was incredible Warren. My face hurts from smiling the whole time ! Thanks for doing what you do.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Skip!
@Natemasterflex6 жыл бұрын
Congratulations Al on 31 years sober! That’s a huge achievement. Great interview 👍
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Amazing! 31 years is huge!! Thanks for your marvellous comment!
@dustinpetritsch19966 жыл бұрын
Thank you both... Really love the way Mr. Schmitt records the pure method would be great to learn such a craft... Thank you Warren much appreciated with all you do for us all...
@Producelikeapro5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dustin! Wow! I appreciate your support!!
@ralphtime83653 жыл бұрын
Fantastic interview Warren! Rest in peace Al Schmitt!
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
He will be sorely missed
@KlemenKotar3 жыл бұрын
What a legend! I've no doubt he'll continue his work up there.
@WarrenHenry6 жыл бұрын
Met Mr. Schmitt at AES many moons ago. One of the nicest people in this earth.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
I agree 100%! Great name by the way!
@WarrenHenry6 жыл бұрын
Yessir! I find your content inspirational and in many respects patterned my channel after yours. I watched this video from start to finish. I can sit and listen to Mr. Schmitt ALL DAY LONG! He's such a treasure and a wealth of information. I will be promoting his book on my channel. Can't wait to get a copy. Happy Holiday W.H.🙏
@chrisraymondmusic3 жыл бұрын
What a fantastic chat. Wow! Al is a legend.
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much
@TravisTennies3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, both of you, for an amazing interview...a wonderful time. (I am finally getting back into production)
@oestervig6 жыл бұрын
Wow... just wow... what a legend. And such a nice guy it seems. Thanks for this one Warren!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
You've very welcome Martin!!! Many thanks!
@fernandes59863 жыл бұрын
I'm here because I'm a studio nerd and for the pleasure of hearing Al Schmitt. Video should be longer, and it would be nice to play some of the stuff he worked on, and isten to his comments. Very nice video.
@diregremo6 жыл бұрын
Duuuuuuuuude, that shit he said about mastering engineers was hilarious! Great interview as always.
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Haha oops! Yes, it was!!
@mohanlee24926 жыл бұрын
Wow a REAL LEGEND 🔥
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Yes Mohan!! Thanks for the comment! Enjoy the interview! :)
@akasetkya62536 жыл бұрын
Wazza! Absolutely Marvelous! An era of recording, possibly never to be repeated again. Best wishes to everyone for the festive season. Peace!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much!! You Rock my friend!
@Cloud-xw8nk3 жыл бұрын
RIP Al. :( I had to come back to this great interview. I'm currently watching his Mix with the Masters video which has been made free this week and I'm in awe at his artistry. No crazy tricks, only the subtlest amount of EQ and compression, just Al using his ears and making the most complex thing in the world look so simple and effortless. As he refines the mix near the end you just see his hands in close up on the board making the tiniest little fader moves, the kind that make all the difference and separate the great artists from the rest. What an amazing guy and what a miss.
@zorenofzennor6 жыл бұрын
Totally Brilliant Interview ...lovely to see someone allowing their guest to speak instead of hitting them with 3 questions at once ...Nice one Warren....and Thank you Al for sharing your wonderful stories
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much for your marvellous comment!
@DBB4273 жыл бұрын
What a fantastic interview! The insight to the history of audio engineering through his stories are priceless. The more I dabble with production/engineering, the more appreciation I have for those who paved the way. It fascinates me that they were able to capture such wonderful sound with equipment that is, in many ways, inferior to the humble pile of kit in my basement. People like this had to learn how to get the most out of every small piece of the puzzle. In this current era of recording, we’re consumed by which piece of gear or which plug in to deliver sonic glory. Forgetting more and more, everyday, that the energy of the performance makes the magic. People like Al spent a lifetime time honing the skills to capture that energy straight away. In my opinion, we tend to rely too heavily on post production - and something about that, to my ears, kills some of that magic. I’m glad many of these folks are still around and willing to share their experiences. And thank you Warren for taking the time to put so much together to help the likes of people like me!
@dmlevitt3 жыл бұрын
RIP to the great Al Schmitt. so many fantastic albums.
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
The best of the best. He will be sorely missed!
@waynemagin25546 жыл бұрын
Just FAB !!! Bought the BOOK!! I can't tell you both how many years I have paid even more attention when his name was in the credits. Thank You to you both. Namaste
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Amazing Wayne! Yes, such an incredible book!
@a1guitarmaker3 жыл бұрын
Can't get enough Al Schmitt!!! Jai Guru Dev
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Ken!
@gcharouhas3 жыл бұрын
What a great interview! So well done. One of the best I ever watched. As a retired engineer myself I can so relate, and have nothing but love for Al and his irascible personality. So sad he's gone now, but WHAT a legend.
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much George, I really appreciate it
@mauroarriagada3 жыл бұрын
What an awesome gentleman. Thank you Al and thank you Warren for doing this. World-class interview! Bought the book, can't wait to read it!
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much. It is truly a wonderful book!
@shooten1st3 жыл бұрын
Just finished his book. What a guy! Looking at some of his use of compression and mic placement for inspiration
@mennovroom55376 жыл бұрын
Amazing interview with Al Schmit. Absolutely you best interview. I’ve learned so much.
@TheSmokedKarma6 жыл бұрын
this was great
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome my friend! Thanks Menno!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Liquid Studio Productions!
@herrjaecher6166 жыл бұрын
Thank you Warren and thanks to Mr. Schmitt!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Stephen!
@brianbodie17836 жыл бұрын
Awesome.A lot of history in that one guy.Amazing.Kisses is one of my favs since it's release.I love singing low,hahaha.And Sam Cooke.OMG!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Brian for your amazing comment!
@amdenis6 жыл бұрын
Great walk down some of the finest moments in recording history Thanks! Have I mentioned how much of a positive, motivating person you are? Thank you for making the time to continually share your amazing skills and experience in such an honest, humble way. Have a marvelous day!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks ever so much Andrew! You are very kind my friend!! I am so glad to be able to help! Have a marvellous time recording, many thanks Warren
@TheSmokedKarma6 жыл бұрын
the stories he could tell, I would love to have a beer with him. I can't believe the world we live in that we have access to these great minds on the internet.
@samuelellringmann34246 жыл бұрын
Wow, this is so amazing. Thanks Produce Like A Pro!!
@Producelikeapro6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sam! It was absolutely amazing chatting with Al!
@Elsa1012ify3 жыл бұрын
Rest In peace 🙏🏼
@Producelikeapro3 жыл бұрын
Yes, one of the best of the best!
@rickyred0013 жыл бұрын
Superb chat Warren. thank you. God rest Al...
@brunoprates16946 жыл бұрын
Just amazing. Would bet you were genuinely starstruck. Amazing interview. Loved the simplicity in both of you.