Andrew Scheps: 3X Grammy-Winning Audio Engineer & Producer - Warren Huart: Produce Like A Pro

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Friends, We recently had the chance to sit down with the marvellous Andrew Scheps! Andrew is a 3-time Grammy-winning audio engineer, producer, and record label owner based in the United Kingdom and Los Angeles. He is known for his balanced, modern sounding and often loud mixes. He’s received Grammy Awards for "Best Rock Album", "Album Of The Year", "Best Reggae Album". His extensive Credit list include Lady Gaga, Jay Z, Metallica, Black Sabbath, Adele, Zac Brown Band, Green Day, Hozier, Ziggy Marley and many more. Please enjoy the video! Andrew was very gracious to drive straight from the Airport to my studio for this interview!! Thanks Andrew! You Rock!!

[@royglennie]

Warren, your channel lately is on FIRE!!!

[@matty6strings131]

This is another class interview. Wow, I’m SO inspired having just watched this. Thank you for making time for the interview after such a long flight too Andrew. Both of you guys have been a massive influence on me. Thanks for this Warren, deeply appreciated.

[@Producelikeapro]

Aw shucks@@royglennie! Thanks ever so much!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow@@matty6strings131! You Rock ever so much my friend!!

[@harrisfrankou2368]

Wicked mate got it in my queue...Be watching tonight after gym!! Thanks so much

[@anthonycronk2001]

The Content has been amazing the past few weeks!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Anthony!

[@jeffmarc1846]

As an early adopter of the Omni Channel, I'm glad that my impression of it came through: It's the plugin that keeps giving! It's on sale now for $29 and it's a, 'Hell Yeah' easy decision buying decision. What can't come thru on the YT vid is how really SWEET the EQ is and the endless flexibilities you get with four deessers, like removing unwanted string slides or low end podcast desk noises and on and on. You got a glimpse of how much there is under the hood, but until you play with it, you just don't realize how much good stuff can be so flexible. WARREN: Yes, that was JUST what I wanted to see from Schepps. Thank you for making it happen and available!

[@Producelikeapro]

Jeff Marc wonderful to hear! Yes, very impressive plug in!!

[@aydotbee]

"they all say they understand what that means, but they don't" I feel this is my soul.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, indeed Andrew!

[@shawnwait6207]

What a treat . Thank you guys

[@warthogstudios9784]

One of the most educational audio mixing vids I have seen.

[@TobyEllis]

I just love Andrew and his approach. Thanks you so much Warren, for making this interview happen!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Toby! Yes, Andrew Rules!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes indeed@Cranky Emu!

[@jeffking4604]

Andrew is one of, if not the most, generous people in Audio today. He takes a lot of his time to help us struggling mixers improve our lot. He once answered a question of mine about using a macro to manually de-ess - going step by step through building the macro, and what program he used. Truly a mensch! Also, a monster at his craft. And the Omni Channel has forever changed and improved my workflow and mix quality.

[@bobbykanemusictube]

I just started using this plugin. I started looking instantly for all the hidden features. But this has to have been one of the best things I've seen on it. Seriously.

[@bobtalkshow6491]

Alright Warren, James here, from sunny old England. By far the best music production series ever made. The Soundgarden video with Michael Beinhorn was epic. Next one with Foo Fighters 'Evermore' was brilliant. Now this one with Andrew Schepps also. Amazing stuff. All free might I add. You learn a lot more from these Warren, than you do spending hundreds of pounds to watch other videos that contain less information . Absolutely brilliant. Watched every video on your channel a dozen times. This new series is next level. Just getting better and better. P.S If you know of anyone in the London area that needs a helping hand in their studio, I will work for free. Can do everything and anything that needs doing. Was thinking of a series that unearths all the great but forgotten British bands of the 60's/70's and talks about the albums we all love. Think Spooky Tooth and talking to Mike Harrison. Think Family and talking to Roger Chapman. Would be epic to find Mark Hollis of Talk Talk fame and fleece him of information about the Color Of Spring album. I could go on forever. All on a level like these videos your doing lately. Totally brilliant Warren. Take it easy.

[@phillipbowermusic3842]

Been using the Scheps Omni Channel for a while now and this was great to watch. I learned a lot and it was a pleasure to hear both you interact.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@FifthnLincoln]

Hearing Andrew Scheps speak is always rewarding on so many levels - always worth paying attention to. Thank you.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%!!

[@matthewsweet5232]

Thanks Warren and Andrew. I just bought the Scheps channel for $29 and I'm playing with it now. I've been trying to accomplish the same mash up of plugin parts from another manufacturer and was ending up with three or four different plugins with each doing just a bit. So far it seems like the omni channel is just that. Now...if I could just get the preamp, filters, compressors, and EQ into a single hardware unit. ;) Side note: The Nugen plugin video led me to a set of lectures that Andrew had regarding streaming services and codec quality. I really appreciate the open sharing that you two provide.

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Matthew, fantastic!! Thanks ever so much my friend! Glad you got the plug in and enjoy it!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Also great to hear that you did more research on the streaming services and codecs! I know there is so much to learn!! Thanks for your great comment Matthew!!

[@garrettjrussell]

I started music production in early 2020 and have amassed lots of plugins. This Black Friday I stumbled upon this Scheps plugin on sale, HIGHLY recommended on Reddit. It's now inserted on just about every track, including the master. It's madness. The low end that (you talk about) now comes to life with this plugin. That +4 DB on the kick really is magical. Overall, it's the best plugin I've ever used. Thanks for the quick mixing walk through with Scheps himself, I learned a lot.

[@kyrylloleynikov]

Wow! Was so waiting to see Warren interviewing Andrew Scheps! Thanks you!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Cyril!! You Rock!!

[@Crowbar11115]

Omni Channel is my FAVORITE plugin ever! I use it on every project for my clients. All of my Voice Overs are done through Omni Channel and my Audio quality is top notch now. I've had clients hire me twice within a day because of the Audio quality and I owe that to Mr. Scheps!

[@guillermodelnoche]

What an exceptional way to get behind the eyes and ears of so much talent! Waves should post this as a tutorial.

[@Producelikeapro]

That's a wonderful idea indeed for Waves!!

[@gbaxter6465]

Watching this for a second time. There's so much to absorb in the software and the discussion on what and why. Andrew and Rick Rubin are the most zen-like producers I've seen.

[@Producelikeapro]

G Baxter fantastic! God you got so much out of this!

[@adrianwagner336]

4 gifts to the audio world...2 men...the plugin and this vid thank you for each of them

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow!! Thank you ever so much Adrian!!

[@peterbrandt7911]

Who disliked Andrew Scheps, would probably also put puppies in a blender... Unbelievable likeable guy. Thanks alot!

[@Producelikeapro]

haha it's ok Peter!!

[@DarkSideofSynth]

Wait what?! You are telling me puppies and babies are not supposed to end up in a blender? Not what they are meant for? Microwave maybe? Gee! I knew something wasn't right! :)))) The dislikes are there to let us know this is a real KZbin video, not a dream ;)

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! it's a real KZbin Video@@DarkSideofSynth! Haha

[@DarkSideofSynth]

@@Producelikeapro And quite a good one!

[@realraven2000]

the dislikes are short sighted people who clicked wrong :)

[@ma9na111]

I think I will go back into my Scheps plugins and open up his world. Love that you are still human at heart Warren and admit to not knowing everything...gives us mere mortals hope!!!

[@shorerocks]

Used it on my new album, but man, there is so much more to the omni channel. Great vid!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! Amazing plug in!!

[@lebontv6921]

Probably the best mixing video on YT. Honest, transparent and the passion is epic. Love AS simplicity in his approach, very refreshing and this plugin is a beast. I started using it after the first time I watched this and it has superb enhanced my workflow and sound. Just absolutely brilliant

[@MikeLuke]

So, this was interesting. When the interview started, Andrew was surprisingly restrained or just tired from the flight. Usually with Andrew it's like ... you ask one question and get an 20 minute super helpful answer... it took some time until he was on course here. ;) Interesting that Waves is obviously pushing the Omni Channel one year after its release (as Graham on the Recording Revolution published a video about the plugin at the same time). Anyway, seeing Warren and Andrew in the same room speaking about music is amazing by design. And by the way ... having Andrew coming into your studio to mix your song on the fly ...lucky you ;)

[@weenss]

yes! i thought the same thing. was just about to comment until i saw your comment....... he seems pretty disinterested, preoccupied and almost trying desperately to show a 'face' of sorts at the beginning interview section, almost as if he was thinking "this is the last thing i wanted to do today, but let's try paint on a smile, pimp my plugin and get this over with" haha. An incredibly accomplished guy tho, and was great to see him do his thing with the mix

[@davidhodgin8900]

weenss I feel like he came around by the end

[@glorian4339]

Def the cool hour I ever spent! Thanks, guys!

[@ScottFrankfurtStudio]

This type of video, where the person who conceived the plug-in (with a storied career), is sincerely interviewed by a producer (with a storied career), is possibly the best and most useful I have ever seen. Bravo, Andrew, Warren.

[@buzzpsy]

You seriously do a lot of hard work bro, thank you so much for gathering so much knowledge for junior producer like us who cannot access these things anyway

[@Producelikeapro]

That is very kind of you! I am so glad to be able to help out! Andrew is amazing!

[@buzzpsy]

@@Producelikeapro thank you bro means a lot, Ill check Andrew also 😉😉💥💥

[@JunkyardSam]

I love this guy! Being "in the box" means he's a high end professional that the average home producer can really identify with. He knows the future, the future is in the box! I could listen to him for hours...

[@ericberti3629]

I passed on this plugin the last time waves had a sale going on in favor of the API bundle, but after watching this I shot right over and got it on sale for $30. What an incredible amount of functionality for the price. Great video Warren!

[@Producelikeapro]

That's amazing to hear! Good choice! I love it!

[@onetakejake8298]

So the Omni Channel has replaced 90% of my plugins, I really think it’s helped me enjoy making and mixing music again. Just wanted to say thank you.

[@sparkyapplepants8944]

The Scheps Omni Channel is the absolute best, most versatile plugin I've ever used. You can do pretty much anything on any track, easily and intuitively. You can sonic-ally get anywhere from anywhere. Makes shaping sound a dream!

[@shayeasy]

i passed on this plugin because i have a few channel strips already, but had no idea it was this deep and well-designed. add that it’s on sale for $29 and it was an instabuy. thank you both for the great video!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, it's a wonderful plug in!!

[@L.A.W.Studios]

Well ...I, for one, have been waiting for you to interview Mr Scheps ..absolutely awesome!

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Steve, thanks ever so much!!

[@futilerecordings]

This is easily the greatest value in a plug-in that I've ever seen. I can't believe I paid less than $50 for this, and version 2 is a significant upgrade, with new models of compression and saturation. Definitely my most used plugin, and I'm not shilling for Waves.

[@jurgenschuler8389]

What an extraordinary video. I really love Andrew Sheps. He has so many awesome tips up his sleeve. And I love his voice. He is the Bob Ross of music.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Jürgen!

[@danymalsound]

Been a HUGE fan of the Scheps Omni since it came out and it appears I've only scratched the surface! This replaces so many plugs in one spot now. Scheps is a GENIUS. Amazing work, Warren. Cheers

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Danny! You Rock!!

[@allpdmusic]

This is an old video but I've rewatched it a few times because I really love that plugin. So under-rated.

[@loopaxerecordsmusic]

Wow, thank you both so much for getting together to do this. Am I dreaming?

[@Producelikeapro]

Loopaxe Records aw shucks! Thanks ever so much my friend!

[@AdamStachelek]

Warren Huart I learned a ton from this video. I went all in on Scheps Omni Channel to do more channel strip based mixing. That was before seeing this video. Seeing the man himself work his magic brought the intelligence of the tool out. Incredible video

[@MiximusMaximus]

Every interview I have seen of Mr. Scheps portrays him as a down to earth no bullshit guy. Always enjoy watching his take on all things audio

[@Producelikeapro]

Wonderful!!

[@arnefreymann313]

Andrew realised the huge advantage of mixing in the box. He is one of the guys I get inspired. Smart equipment excludes analog technique for efficiency.

[@omniripple]

2 of my favs! both so knowledgeable and humble! love the omni, use it a lot, just noticed the link for the MV2 i use to use a while ago but forgot about it, gonna give it another go cheers!

[@Producelikeapro]

That's very kind of you Grant!! I love the MV2!

[@iononebangcas7550]

This is AMAZING, Warren! Thank you for having Andrew on the show.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much my friend!

[@cupsempty]

Warren! Every time i clean my "to watch"list, you come up with some even better stuff! Thank you again. this is priceless!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much my friend!

[@anonagain]

Andrew looked pretty tired and I was a bit worried with his one-word answers at the start but as soon as he started mixing, all the jet lag disappeared and was replaced with enthusiasm. I loved watching his grin grow every time he went back to the mixer - could be the cover model for a book 'The Joy of Mixing" ;) So much good information about the plug-in in the video - I'm not normally a sucker for sales, but when this went on sale I bought it. I'm a bit late to the party, but thanks Warren and Andrew!

[@PaulSmith91850]

Excellent!!!! I've had the Scheps plugin for a few months and never realized you could open op the modules.. Love Andrews approach. Thanks again

[@Producelikeapro]

That's great to hear that Paul!

[@ELEVATETHESKY]

Andrew is just amazing. Such a nice guy too. Thanks for the awesome videos Warren!

[@TheFForces]

so humbled to get such shared experience, for free, like that and noticing everyones efforts to provide all of this with such quality. Much thanks!

[@brandonnovak7291]

Wow. That's a gem of a video right there!

[@boldbearStudios]

I never thought it could get any better on this channel ... but now it's Warren watching Andrew Scheps mixing there at Spitfire and explaining crazy stuff. Blown away, thanks for that experience guys! Warren, your facial expression when Andrew said "we'll make the kick de-ess the bass" is just priceless! :-) Just got me the plugin for 29 bucks. Insane!

[@nashlongkumer]

I've been waiting for this guy to be on this channel for so long ...Thanks so much for doing this Warren 😊😊

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Nash!!

[@twtobin941]

Mr. Scheps is one of my fave educators. Brilliant techniques, super creative, and wonderfully articulate in how he explains things. And loving the Omni Channel... bought mine when previously when it was on sale, just need to experiment more with it.. so this vid was prefect timing. Thanks Warren and Andrew!!

[@marcusjayallen]

Does anyone if they are referring to a specific "lofi" plugin at 24:00 min?

[@KennethACrashwaggonMusic]

This might be my favourite vid in ages. Love Andrews approach, and watching him actually tweak things is awesome! And...I seriously need the Omni...

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Kenneth!!

[@protosleep]

Watching Scheps mix is like watching Bob Ross paint. Just awesome results with the simplest of brush strokes/knob turns.

[@Producelikeapro]

protosleep wonderful!

[@Henry_Crun]

Warren is a really good interviewer. In fact I learnt as much from him as I did Andrew in this particular video. 👍

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much!

[@CameronEarlyMusic]

Wow Andrew Scheps!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

YES!!

[@bikesnbeerz]

Man, I have had this plug in for a while and now I'm going to use it! Thanks guys.

[@CaptainMoto]

I love this. Great exercise, fun to watch. I'm on the learning path and picked up Andrews Omi Channel when it came out. It's been a wonderful tool for me that I use every day.

[@Producelikeapro]

moto moto amazing to hear!!

[@goldenturtlesound]

Been loving the OmniChannel ever since it’s come out!! Happy to see it still gettin around. Amazing in single channels but also works Amazing Magic on a stereo buss.. boom!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Robert!! Agreed!

[@klaushouz]

This was a amazing interview ... slow to start in terms of info... but once he started explaining his Plug-in... The reasoning behind it... Why it's the best of all the gear that are his "Go-To's" ... His enthusiasm was contagious.. I learned more about fixing my mixes, from a songwriters point of view, than I have from tutorial's for other plug-ins... Thanks

[@AlexOlivari67]

Thanks Andrew & Warren ! Do you use the omni channel on vocals as well ?

[@Producelikeapro]

HI Alex! I do! I'm having fun with it everywhere!

[@DJILLEE]

Every time I have a new favorite album I find out later that Andrew mixed it. Eventually I just looked at his credits to find new music lol. Several of his methods have completely changed how I mix for the better. I will watch anything where he's talking so THANK YOU for this video.

[@Smittefar1]

I love Andrew Scheps - He seems down to earth and genuinely want to help people. The trouble is, I have a tendency to buy anything he puts his name on - Luckily, I have yet to be disappointed. I bought the Omni, when it came out. It's amazing. I need to use it even more.

[@nixc1972]

What an awesome video. I have the Omni and just haven't spent enough time with it. That's going to change today man.

[@Producelikeapro]

That's fantastic Chris!!

[@malcolmpalm]

I bought this plugin, and now I'll use it. Thanks!

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic Malcolm!!

[@elkuartostudio]

I just bouth it for $29. Good deal!!!

[@DavidJenkinsDrums]

I also had to purchase the plugin!

[@Nathankaye]

Wowsers! This was such an awesome video! Ok, so the Omni is definitely next on the list of must gets!!

[@Movocorp]

Thank you for sharing this content. As a non native speaker and self-producer this talks are so good and educational.

[@lionaudio]

I just bought the omni channel about a week ago, and this thing is AWESOME

[@nebstaism]

This was a really good way of doing an interview ... Having a full mix session at the second half of the vid ... All mixing/recording interviews should be done like this !!!

[@davidequaranta9425]

That's a great video. Keep doing things like thissss !!! Awesome work Warren

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks so much!!

[@RATCLIFFE-LISTENS]

Absolutely incredible the more one listens and observes the less one knows. So much detail two brilliant men. Thank You This is one of your best.....

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thank you ever so much!!

[@ScottLeeOfficialWebsite]

Marvelous interview with Schep and plugin overview Warren, 😄👍🏻

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Scott!

[@k33f200]

How well does the omni channel work with Fl 20? Great content. It helps. Thank you. Hopefully you had as much fun as i did watching.

[@Electricowlworks]

Spectacular video! Thanks Warren & team for hosting Andrew and sharing with us. Watching Warren's reactions to Andrew was priceless... Like a little boy on a very, very happy Christmas morning! And thank you Andrew for making the time to share your insights with the community. Great content! - chaz from EOWAudio

[@shestudiossheila7423]

Enjoyed the video, Warren & Andrew : )

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Sheila!!

[@winterjps]

Most excellent, Warren and Andrew in the same room!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much JP!

[@adamslawson]

Love you guys! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@petercastle4381]

Thank you this full tutorial of two minds. Schepp is a Genius of Vintage mixing like Tom Elmhurst.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wonderful Peter!!

[@mattkirkhamm]

omni channel, so easy to use, sounds great makes everything really simple.

[@anoxiahits7202]

2 of my biggest inspirations on the same video! Wow! Thanks Warren and Andrew for this insightful video!

[@Producelikeapro]

Aw shucks thanks ever so much!!

[@mwintersteinsmith]

OMG Warren... the content just keeps on coming. What a fabulous catch with Andrew 😎👍 Awesome!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Martin!!

[@randomcustomer2806]

Had this plugin for a year now and I just love it, I find the double de-esser is particularly handy for harsh and sibilant voice recordings, you can dial the pain out in seconds. Altogether a quick, fun, simple or creatively complex Swiss-army knife of a plugin.

[@VoxJ]

Best thing about Andrew is that he is inspirational (and so is his plugin) :)

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, indeed Robert!!

[@nathanielbrice8725]

My favourite mix engineer on my favourite channel! Great interview with an energetic Englishman and a very tired wizard! Loved it!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much!

[@gregorycurry1827]

thank you warren and professor scheps! i love getting glimpses of his thought processes while he's working. more gems!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Gregory!!

[@GregDurrant]

Amazing video! My latest thing is to use the omni channel more as it has been sat not doing much at all since I got it! Andrew is the man!

[@cjspectrum424]

Awsome! So much great info. Thanks Warren and Andrew!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much CJ!!

[@Bring_MeSunshine]

We're not worthy. Seriously, though this has got to be my month (the community's month, really) And I've just gotten the Omni Channel - perfect timing. I know it's not the plugin alone, so I want to get into the mind of the masters to see what prompts and what inbues the plugin. Let's go

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks my friend for being such a huge part of our community!!

[@stuff4826]

@@Producelikeapro fluff fight!

[@emilybowie4592]

Fantastic video! I've had the Omni Channel for a while now and it is extremely useful.

[@tedgerard333]

Great video!! I have been using the Schweps channel for about 10 months, and I love it. I still get confused on the side chain and MS. I really wish he would of done vocals, maybe another time. Thanks again Warren!!

[@MikeSpexTV]

Andrew should have a bundle called superbeast template. Always love hearing his input!! Thank you thank you!!

[@kevvyofficial]

I love that he is comfortable admitting he doesn’t use outboard gear

[@timjonesguitar]

I've had this plugin since it came and read most of manual and never knew it did so much, now i'm going to use it everywhere!! Great video!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks Tim! Yes, I love this plug in!!

[@LeonPhythian69]

I realised how much I had been unconsciously channelling my inner Scheps, the other day when I watched this video, realised I had the same shirt, long white beard and wild hair. Fantastic video Warren thank you yet again, it's always amazing to hear the man speak.

[@bluwavdave]

What a terrific interview! ...and some great insights into the Scheps Omni-Channel plugin's cooler features! Thanks Warren and thank you Andrew!

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Dave, thanks ever so much my friend!!

[@rolitoricablanca1625]

Thanks for sharing your ideas guys, love you both., hoping for more videos like this.

[@IKnokBeats]

Thank you gentlemen. Just pick this up yesterday during the waves sale. Was already in love with the plugin after using it. But now after watching this my god the things that are possible. Andrew Scheps is a genius. Again, Job done well.

[@p2curtis]

Hello.. I just stumbled across this interview. I've been watching your other interviews and enjoying hearing about what the thought processes were for popular songs.. This one was different. I'm so impressed with the development and ability of this plug in and all the thought that actually went into it. Thank you for this video, it was very insightful and interesting (for a geek like me anyway). Cheers!

[@spottedmarley]

Great work Warren. Please do more pro session analysis with focus on specific plugins/techniques just like this! I'm buying Schep's omni channel right now btw. I'm sold!

[@Producelikeapro]

Absolutely my friend! Great stuff! You'll love the plug in! It's really wonderful!