Jeff Ellis: Engineering Frank Ocean

[@timoed]

Dude spent over 20 minutes sharing something that would take some 3-5 years to acquire. Y'all are turds to have disliked this video or this man. You are so underappreciated Jeff, you're a legend.

[@sindromerecords6667]

Definitely gave insight and secrets that most wouldnt. Honest and real af .he is a legend

[@JeffEllisWorldwide]

ilu

[@RicardoTolbert]

@@JeffEllisWorldwide Ready for the December drop!

[@mickey8217]

Channel orange is a classic, you sir are a legend. Thank you for the great music.

[@justinperalta3570]

Mickey and blonde is even better

[@aristomusic9440]

Ayyyyy aryay what’d good fam

[@rockyAQ04]

“I don’t like cutting a lot of low end out of voices” THANK YOU!!! So many great singers have the power and emotion EQed right out of their vocals.

[@cookiedenis]

But then it clashes with the bass

[@ethandemille2585]

@@cookiedenisnot necessarily

[@cookiedenis]

@@ethandemille2585 my vocals have too much low end not to roll off but I’d love to keep it in a nice way

[@hugofredriksson1528]

@@cookiedenis use fabfilter pro q or another dynamic eq and sidechain the low end of your voice against the bass elements of your track. That way it will only ”cut” or preferably lower the low frequencies of your voice when needed!

[@outernational]

“Never let the engineering get in the way of the art”. What he said!

[@almaroxxmusic]

I can't really explain it. But this interview really lifts my spirits.

[@Stjayflows]

Alma Roxx it’s very humble and sincere. This guy just seams like everyone else and he cares about what he does. he makes me feel like i can be successful like him too

[@robomonkeysonfire]

he comes across as someone that is so genuine and earnestly loves what he's doing. if seeing someone in love with his own life and thankful isn't uplifting i don't know what is!

[@amaldc-brc]

This man is dropping gems and y'all re wondering about his sex life.... get out of music while you can and don't come back.

[@ClideGeardenaweseomeness]

Chill out bigman

[@maxhitikos]

Clide Gearden nah, he’s right to snap

[@Engenifffo]

Wondering? it’s crystal clear.

[@amaldc-brc]

John K lmao nigga this comment 2 years old let’s all move on 😂 I don’t even remember posting this

[@ephascus8974]

Well said lad

[@11219tt]

I engineered professionally for 10 years. I can vouch that everything this guy said is true. From being ready for everything and constantly scrambling, to mixing on shitty speakers at low levels. Good interview. Oh and I love that he said he doesn’t have sub on until way later in the mix. Smart guy.

[@user-ux1vj9vx7s]

I mean, This dude has mixed shit for people you’ve actually heard of, so I’d say what he says is pretty right on anyway, without the need for you to vouch for anything

[@11219tt]

@@user-ux1vj9vx7s just because you've heard of something doesn't mean it's good for example, I was just listening to an Ariana grande song where literally the first line of the song has a bad edit and cuts her voice off early. And no need to throw me down because you haven't heard anything I've done. My pedigree speaks for itself. No need to have a KZbin comment devalue what I've done, the musicians I've worked with (famous or not) or the projects I've done big or small. I could name some names if I wanted to but who cares.

[@smokoguap]

do you still engineer?

[@benjamindiaz1645]

@@11219ttwhat Ariana song haha

[@11219tt]

@@smokoguap I stopped a few years ago, last big name project I worked on was a Kid Cudi release for Amazon prime. Acoustic version of pursuit of happiness.

[@lewisbaxter8738]

shout out to this guy just getting on with it and teaching everyone straight up

[@HabitMusic]

This guy was ahead of his time, saying "extra" in 2016, streaming on twitch, mixing gems back in 2011. Great philosiphy on music and mixing. What a legend!

[@kevinburke3941]

What? Everyone said extra in 2016. That was its peak popularity

[@matthewpayauys9889]

A good interview and encouraging story. I love his philosophy on doing work.

[@cjparch4516]

PART 2‼️

[@blondeb1031]

So this guys is behind Seirra Leone Pyramids White Ferrari Slide on me Higgs Rushes to Self control Godspeed And so many unique Frank songs?

[@benja303]

Engineer not producer

[@ivanorozco8669]

benja303 he didn’t say produce

[@my_kuuh]

yeah he records frank and moves things around

[@movimentodoscacos]

The mixing on Sierra Leone specially is pure art

[@jammerst1ck125]

@@my_kuuh thats producing, not engineering

[@joelanderson839]

This guy just dropped SO much knowledge. Thank god for this video

[@JGThePresent]

Joel Anderson agree. "Simplify Simplify Simplify" -Thoreau

[@revishon]

Joel Anderson may the force be with u

[@mattsb17]

This dude deserves hella credit for his work . I know Frank’s voice sounds great already but I when I heard Channel Orange come out , it felt like he was another level production wise from Odd Future . Jeff keep doing your thing man

[@drummerboy231434]

Honestly haven't heard many engineers who have been able to explain what it means to get good translation in mixes as well and as clear as this guy

[@jstonemnl8138]

People need to stfu about his voice. hes an engineer and we enjoy his work.

[@riskzerobeatz]

Jeff is a fantastic guy. I like his attitude and value his skills :D

[@JeffEllisWorldwide]

NAILED IT.

[@Thatpastaiscold]

Jeff Ellis Worldwide, You're a legend

[@TheJoelAbides]

That's that dude! So hard working yet humble. SALUTE! 🙌🏽✌🏽

[@monadamus42]

Man, I so wish there was one place, one program that had tons of interviews with the wonderful people that work, with legends and witness the magic of creation with them. Great interview but I need more.

[@MrArtVein]

Adan Walsh *MIXWITHTHEMASTERS*

[@hearmenow909]

'Never let the engineering get in the way of the art'. Valuable advice.

[@CIRCLEOFTONE]

I like his speaker mix. Unapologetically using beats as part of his bass monitoring is ballsy.

[@vincek.3941]

Wow what a great video. He breaks down his work flow so well.

[@KungFuTayo]

This man's ahead of the game. It took me a while to get used to blondes choice alteration, but it ended up being my favorite album of all time. The replay value is amazing

[@Checo43]

He didn't mix blonde only recorded

[@banzaj06]

This guy seems like a humble, hard-working fellow. Inspiring

[@thecatevans]

This young man is smart as hell. Glad I saw this. Can’t wait to go home and engineer!!

[@marcusjayallen]

didnt expect to learn that damn much holy shit. such a great interview

[@nebstaism]

Channel orange is a wicked sounding album... this guy really knows his craft... his passion for mixing is inspiring

[@AJL200]

really really interesting re his approach to mixing for the different speakers / user end devices. Thanks

[@MrNotesofmusic]

Andy Liggins that’s a very common thing to do. In fact it’s a mixers job.

[@Rosonicole]

Thank you for the knowledge! Love when engineers stay simplistic about the arrangements and the input. This guy is awesome! I'm currently interning and this was super helpful

[@MontellFishMusic]

Sick man, thank you guys.

[@CriticsConfession]

That little knit octopus up on that speaker behind melts my heart it's so cute ahhh

[@garyatilano8281]

this interview is legit thanks for it

[@rhododendren]

He did an amazing job with Channel Orange. Much respect for this guy

[@degnerate]

The technique that he did with the strings is really ingenious

[@ikeasante6165]

IS THAT A SAVE MONEY STICKER ON THAT KEYBOARD?? WAVY

[@bwoodfilms]

Really great interview. Props to Jeff for adjusting his style to work with the artist.

[@umraansyed]

What a cool guy. Informative video as well. Would love to work with him one day.

[@Kevinciano577]

he’s so passionate, im in love

[@beatz04]

I would want to work with the guy based on his humbleness alone. Plus he shares a ton of great information in this video. Well done !

[@sirjamesy]

Seems like a nice guy. Super humble, and obviously very talented. A great interview, very insightful with tons of tips in there.

[@marcus47069]

Love the way he talks about his craft

[@7550375503]

Love his passion.

[@NickColemanLive]

Really great video. Thanks Jeff Ellis & SOS

[@SMProductions45]

I love how this feels like I’m listening to one of my friends talk about what they love

[@EqDior]

What a great interview this was. So many gems!

[@drtylaundry]

this is so fire, you go Jeff Ellis

[@MrMattave]

So humble man. Amazing.

[@33and1third]

"never let the engineering get in the way of the art" great advice Jeff, thanks!

[@name_error8880]

An Engineer that expresses himself through his own art

[@solootto]

ive learnt so much from this .. thank you bro

[@lostimemusic1255]

Great stuff. I'm a young aspiring music producer and have been self taught since day 1. I liked how he mentioned his own struggles with that as well. His work is inspiring.

[@tammyrevia6202]

I can’t imagine anyone spending time with Frank & not becoming a different person. Can you imagine what you would learn? How could that not change you?

[@roll2ones]

He’s just a guy , he’s not a god.

[@ChuckWasHere]

I want to hear him talk about his process for engineering Pretty Sweet, because holy hell.

[@Joeandpeace]

woah the string idea sounds sweet! amazing video

[@jacobcervantes2552]

This video is a hidden gem

[@caleblatreille8224]

watched this a few months back but after the astonishing mix of Tyrant by Kali Uchis had to watch again. so inspiring Jeff, thank you!!

[@damirbalo1588]

Dope. Made me appreciate my mix way more

[@HellaHipHop]

really informative video. I've heard a guy named joey sturgis does a similar thing when referencing other speakers. he's an incredible mixing engineer what fills up the progressive pop metal scene with his sound. and crazy breakdowns.

[@S2kTi]

Don't forget the awesome plugins he puts out too hah

[@AnkhManRaw]

I just found he was talking about a recording w/ a $15k microphone (u47). Like any engineer could get one.

[@soundonsound]

They're actually not that expensive to hire. And if you do a sessions in bigger commercial studios, it's not uncommon to have them in the mic lockers. Owning one isn't necessarily a reality for most, though!

[@preston77021]

AnkhManRaw lol dawg thought I cashed out when I bought a $250 mic 15k????????????

[@charliezumkehr]

its not even necessary either just spend 300 on a sm7b and you're good to go

[@TheTonyAndreas]

Amazing dude! Cant wait to work with Jeff! He definitely knows whats he's talking about and Channel Orange is dope! Kudos!

[@JimMcGuirk1]

Thanks Jeff. Enjoyed the video and learned a bit.

[@d3a1990]

This is what I've been looking for!

[@aydinandre3039]

“The only secret to frank is his voice is amazing” idk why that’s funny to me

[@alexpick2028]

Above everything else ... he seems like a really lovely guy! Who said nice guys finish last , ) Inspirational Jeff, keep up the great work man!

[@301larussomusic]

You can see how humble he is

[@althurdjerah]

It took me 30 seconds to fall in love with this guys voice timbre, pure love. I appreciate so much the good ideas and insights. But he is charming af.

[@Iamjohnnythethird]

Very informative and you can see how passionate this guy is. Loved it. I learned a lot form this video!! Thank you!

[@Audiojunkk]

More great stuff from SOS ! Thanks guys!

[@Brandonmericle]

Lol at Pro Tools being crashed during the entire interview

[@robomonkeysonfire]

fucken LOL

[@5592justin]

my life lol

[@swimgood.]

@Brandon Mericle this reminded me of the scene in Atlanta lmao

[@cosmblus]

Henry Bird same

[@justleo2956]

The trauma

[@mattfritz1071]

I like how he talks about the microphone like it's just a normal microphone 😂

[@octopie100]

It's just how he talks. Why would you bring him down for that

[@lukeshen1661]

Circus Tent ikr its not something u can control

[@MENVCEUK]

Yes it is

[@leongxchx904]

He doesn’t sound weird

[@leongxchx904]

luke shen wym ?

[@dep6898]

@@MENVCEUK bitch

[@JGThePresent]

That's real. Similar mixing approach.

[@octaviomora9810]

So thankful for this interview

[@sonicboom1970]

I really enjoyed this video. Thank You Mr. Ellis and Thanks to SOS !! I can relate to mixing different different genres on different speakers, ( budget allowing of course) Its nice to hear a "tech" guy, saying that it`s ok to be creative and artistic. Because most home "engineers" like myself are limited to space, equipment, and funds, I think we all question ourselves, and wonder if it`s really possible to make a decent mix! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience. I wish you well with the new online project and hope to learn a lot more there,.. Cheers!!

[@ivantunek3837]

Thank you Jeff Ellis !

[@NickKing95]

Jeff got mad bars

[@Bgoods]

informative interview! thanks!

[@BenReddell]

WHAT A VIDEO. CAN'T STOP WON'T STOP YEAH!

[@bbbernardooo]

Top work, Informative & great energy from Jeff

[@markozivanovic117]

Amazing interview.

[@saaannteaaa]

This man knows so much I hope to be like this one day so much inspiration

[@facksvillain2296]

This was a dope interview!!!

[@Rgdonaire_07]

This interview was pure gold. I like his approach and his humbleness. Most engineers mixing famous artists have a super diva status which I don’t get.

[@cjparch4516]

Do a PART 2 with Jeff ‼️ new age new info

[@JeffEllisWorldwide]

i just did

[@lassorb4752]

Thank you, Jeff! Great stuff! 🙏🏼😍

[@precisionsoundworksstudio]

Such a great interview and that recording tip is soooooooo good. Thank you for posting!

[@tehxperience]

Humble and very very able

[@buddhathegod]

"It was a few days in that Frank kind of... it was like... Frank knew me... we just... you know... we had a good vibe" we get it jeff you guys fucked jeez

[@dcptracks564]

savage

[@Tonyklover]

LMFAO i was thinking the same thing like WE KNOW

[@LanaDelGuey]

Buddha B i was thinking the exact same thing lmfao

[@wickedwildwicky]

especially the way he bit his lips

[@buddhathegod]

Drama class is next door

[@supazsa]

God bless you Jeff....

[@adambrown7893]

Fantastic interview!

[@dormaettu302]

Thanks ! I would loved to see the whole setup

[@n0hara]

frank ocean wouldn’t be frank ocean without this guy right here

[@cameronmurphy5850]

Thanks for the tip regarding the Pyle speakers! Absoultey great auratone alternative! Just bought the pair!

[@monkeyxx]

another good one, keep it up SOS

[@eddiecollins2510]

This is insane advice and im so glad I found you thank u

[@vaseTheMusic]

damn. thanks for sharing. mad respect to this dude. i really loved this record and i'm a Giant Fuckin Nerd so i ended up doing a bit of a deep dive, learning about how they made it, etc... one of the coolest but simplest things that stood out to me was somebody explaining how they did the strings for 'bad religion'. they didn't have enough string players so they had the musicians move around the room and do multiple takes to make it feel like a larger ensemble. it was something that was so obviously a good idea to me, but i hadn't thought of it myself. just one of those lightbulb moments e: i paused the video to type this and he explains this around 21:00

[@81Point2]

I understood absolutely nothing, but I love it.

[@dungeonlights]

idc how good Frank is(phenomonal), this man's a legend

[@jasonlucas3593]

Jeff the man this was awesome