What are some of YOUR favourite pieces of inexpensive gear? Comment below! Please check out Manny's wonderful course here:- promixacademy.com/course/recording-mixing-rock-manny-nieto/
the first AudioTechnica ATM10 (with the switch/AA battery) omnis i place in the ceiling top corners, opposite each other. i forget they are there, but turn them on (phantom) to get room /comparison. i usually have more than enough signal to sculpt out, not much low end & un-focused highs, just eq mids out to blend.
I mixed punk band, NOFX in 1992. The drummer handed me a microphone from a Radio Shack cassette recorder (the one with a little plastic stand). It had adapters to change the 1/8” to XLR, and he said, “This is for my snare…I like the way it distorts.”
It's fun how one can suddenly come across a random comment on internets and kinda meet a person who casually mentions that he has probably mixed the "Sticking In My Eye" and hilarious "Straight Edge" cover that were the pillars of my personality as a 90s kid lol
Coolest guy you've had on the channel, massively inspired by this dudes story and vibe and his gear is right up my street, really grateful for this, Mannys vibe really helps me believe in my weirdness, what a gent, thanks guys
Manny did a super sonic bang up job of recording our 2nd VAZ LP, back in 2001. The Frances Miranda analog days. Glad to see that he's still killing it, and growing...keeping an open mind.
It's weird,Being in several punk bands,tours, studios throughout so many yrs to the point of just wanting to just quit.Now I'm literally producing my own music in my mini studio and man I love it.It always starts with a drum beat then guitars,bass synths then vocals and ends up in the laptop or in my Tascam 424 as complete songs.
I'm about halfway through this and I've got to say it's great on many fronts. But, most importantly, I'm pretty sure it's his personality/attitude that sets him apart. He went the places that he did because of his mindset. He is almost completely open to change and actually seeks it out. Very inspiring!
Man, this quality content is top notch. Thanks s lot Warren for this incredible information and dedication. Cheers from Colombia! PS: Favourite piece of inexpensive gear is my Sterling ST151 one of the best microphones of it's price range (just 100 bucks), great high end for the price and big low end without being boomy which is not common on that price range.
As someone who also still uses a PT10HD rig, its nice to see them out there still being used. I like his thoughts of putting money into other important parts of his setup like pres, amps, pedals, guitars or weird and cool mics. Love it!
Absolutely Great video! I grew up in the 60s, 70s and 80s in Los Angeles County and back in the late 70s and early to mid 80s I did lighting for rock bands in most of the famous L.A. clubs and dozens of the smaller county clubs. Today I'm learning to play multiple instruments and collecting mics, amps, stands etc. because that's the direction I'm headed now a days. Manny is super cool and very informative. Earned my sub today ya did! Merry Christmas!
I thought I'd watch this over several days as it's the length of a feature film, but I ended up watching the whole thing. Thanks a lot, great guy, great interview
Manny has produced some of my favourite noise rock records. HELLA! Wow, this was insightful and inspiring. We need to know more info about those albums he released under an alias.
You know how to gauge the passion of a producer? Calculate Warren's Words Spoken per min. he ask a lot of questions and talk cause you can see the passion for everything about production. The more passionate Warrans guest is the less he needs to talk cause the passion is for productio, not to hear him self talk, so anyone who can keep the conversation going, Warran will let them lead the conversation!
TY so much for this video, I’m a huge admirer of Manny’s work, Distortion Felix and his recording techniques, am so pleased to hear him talk about so many new (to me) bands to check out!
Professional, passionate, articulate & open with details of what he's using and why...great video and fantastic guest. It's fun to see someone who has dedicated themselves to this level and hear how happy and nice he is. I'm going to check out some of his recordings next.
I discovered Los Lobos when La Bamba came out and listened to their records. Now I can match the Sound Engineer (Practitioner) with that amazing sound. Thank you, Warren!
As a long time Punk guy and DIY this was one of my favorite episodes … I love the hard edge production of punk records bands recording on no budget except what they earned by working day jobs .. I love these records probably more then highly produced slick high end productions mainly because that’s what the music itself dictates ….
One the coolest videos I've seen on the channel in a long time. Manny is super inspiring, loved listening to his stories, his thoughts on recording and producing, and his favorite gear. Really great video, thanks so much for sharing.
One of the best audio interviews I've ever seen on any channel. And I actually watched from beginning to end, something I'm not prone to do. Manny is a guy I can relate with and his story is inspiring. Thanks, Warren!
@@mannysmiclocker Right on, Manny. I’m always happy to see a fellow SGV guy making it happen. It inspires me to keep chasing the dream and to keep learning.
@@Producelikeapro You’re welcome, Warren. And thanks for all the great tips over the years. And for always coming at us with zero ego despite all your success. In fact, your mixing guitars and synths video from four years ago is helping me out a ton as I write this!
I agree with TheLeon 1032.... this is the coolest guy ever. I've been recording 35 years. I wanna record with this guy! I could DEFINITELY learn some stuff from this cat. High end gear and perfect studios bore me now. It's not how expensive or "perfect" your gear or studio is, it's how badass YOU are. This cat is a badass. He does have some really cool old gear though. Different, and that makes it perfect. Creative dude. Thanks Warren, and thanks Manny!
I bought 3 of those D224e's for a steal about 5 years ago.. flipped them for almost 10 times what I paid for them as their popularity started the pop. You will see them used on BBC produced programs where a politican or someone of "importance" is talking at a lecturn.. It will have a mic foam filter on both ends, as it is dual capsule... one at the top and one down closer to where the XLR goes in..
I saw one for sale and had wind screens top and rear lol i thought maybe he was crazy but i looked at my own today and there are vents rear! a few days ago i found another AKG 224e and snagged it. 3 now...Hi Hat,Ride and guitar covered.
I played one of those 8-string vintage Hagstroms in a music shop in St. Paul, Minnesota for about two hours one time at least ten years ago...think it was under $800 and it was perfect...I've regretted passing on it ever since. Looked just like that one.
609 on bass. i did a gig once where the guy helping me put one on the bass cab backward by mistake and everyone loved my bass sound ever since it's felt been my little secret
Lol.. Dude, I followed the same path only I didn’t get out of Thailand! & Singapore! Spent a couple of years based out of Bangkok in the late 80s! Worked the whole way through! Though my Asian studio experiences sound different than yours! Most were world class rooms with high end 24/48tk 2”, mostly Otari MTR90s with Top of the Line Amak or SSL desks with full racks! Best 2yr of my life!
Great video. If you are interested in the Death By Audio Pedals watch the documentary called Goodnight Brooklyn. It is all about Oliver and his creation of that company and the DIY style of doing things.
Huge fan of their pedals and APTBS. Their shows are out of this world nuts. I think "we've come so far" has to be one of the most intense tracks in a long while
I didn't plan to watch this entire video in one go, but man I couldn't look away. Definitely one of the best music related videos I've ever watched on RUclips. Manny is the man yow 🙌🏾
Holy crap that was cool! I just started recording my own music a couple of years ago and what I learned from this was outstanding. Thank you for doing what you do and turning me on to such an amazing producer.
Ah Manny.....what an awesome man. No airs or graces, just down to earth. 90 odd percent of my gear is either pretty old ( but not vintage ha ha ) and pretty cheap. You work with what you have and do the best you can. Latest cheap edition is a Yamaha EMP100. Patched into the console and sounds bloody amazing for 50Euros inc post. Great video, cheers
Same here. I was Manuel when I was young and my father was a singer for this band Impacto Tropical out of Chicago. Everyone called him Manny and I took the name in Jr High school. For so many years I was embarrassed of all the shitty cheap gear I used to multitrack bands and cutting my teeth, recording Death metal bands. First mic I bought was a Radioshack vocal mic I used on kick and Radioshack lipstick condenser I used on classical guitar. Started with a porta-studio, evolved to ADATS, then to Cool Edit, then to Pro Tools. What a ride it's been.
Wow what a great recording life story. Yes Manny we are Manny’s now Ha! Like in the video one my my favs mics now present is a radio shack Omni. Take care and keep up the good work proudly and loudly
@@mannysmiclocker been at it for 30 years now, also doing local live sound in the bars/venues. Slowly accumulated a good spaceman backpack (Pelican cases) of gear myself in that time. I've been staying put in Illinois with my family over the years but I love seeing how successful others have become traveling the world doing what they loved, even though the cash doesn't really match the effort sometimes. But the experience is the reward, right? "Do what you love, and the money will follow" right, or make you incredibly miserable. Haha Thank you for the response Manny. Means a lot.
I love watching your show from time to time. But, this episode here is a gold mine! I want another hour of Manny talking about some of his favorite tracks produced (samples and the Rad stories and gear behind it) in fact, can we make it a series. Cheers
What are some of YOUR favourite pieces of inexpensive gear? Comment below! Please check out Manny's wonderful course here:- promixacademy.com/course/recording-mixing-rock-manny-nieto/
My rode nt1a
EV 635a and DBX 128
the first AudioTechnica ATM10 (with the switch/AA battery)
omnis i place in the ceiling top corners, opposite each other.
i forget they are there, but turn them on (phantom) to get room /comparison.
i usually have more than enough signal to sculpt out,
not much low end & un-focused highs, just eq mids out to blend.
@@Arsonloke thanks for sharing!
@@acimbobby tell me please!
I mixed punk band, NOFX in 1992. The drummer handed me a microphone from a Radio Shack cassette recorder (the one with a little plastic stand). It had adapters to change the 1/8” to XLR, and he said, “This is for my snare…I like the way it distorts.”
... you mean Erik 'Smelly' Sandin? smh.
It's fun how one can suddenly come across a random comment on internets and kinda meet a person who casually mentions that he has probably mixed the "Sticking In My Eye" and hilarious "Straight Edge" cover that were the pillars of my personality as a 90s kid lol
Living my dreams
That's very cool! Thanks ever so much for sharing!
Gotta know... did you end up using it in the mix?
Coolest guy you've had on the channel, massively inspired by this dudes story and vibe and his gear is right up my street, really grateful for this, Mannys vibe really helps me believe in my weirdness, what a gent, thanks guys
YES! Agreed 100%! We love Manny, he's a great guy and a total badass!
I totally know what you mean. As soon as he started to speak I just softened up and was ready for a journey.
@@leefchapman agreed, he's the man!
agreed. this episode took me by surprise. this man is amazing
@@JunacCRO yes! He is!
Wow, thanks Manny for the shout-out!!! Your mic seems so cool! Cheers 🍻
Homies for life my friend! I have a RUclips Chanel thanks to you and set up today ;) cheers my brother.
Manny did a super sonic bang up job of recording our 2nd VAZ LP, back in 2001. The Frances Miranda analog days. Glad to see that he's still killing it, and growing...keeping an open mind.
Thanks and yes I loved that record! One of my best for sure.
I think this may be my favorite studio tour video yet.
Definitely one of mine to!
LOVE this guy's vibe. what a truly bad ass dude. LOVED when he said his binaural head sucked. what a fucking legend. good shout, warren!
His honesty and talent is refreshing
Agreed Dirk!
@@spitfiremusic3997 yes, yes and yes!
Thank you for the kind words!
This is the kind of guy you want to record your music. What a great dude.
Yes, Manny is an amazing guy!!
Thanks Anthony for sharing ;)
Commenting after watching the 1st 3 minutes -
I love this guy...........
Yes, Manny is an amazing guy!
Yes Warren for sure. It takes one to know one. Good on you. You’re a real class act. Thanks again. All the best
@@roadrunner-ys5wd you're very kind!
Thank you for the kind words RR ;)
I discovered Los Lobos when they opened for the Grateful Dead. Seen them many times since.
Fantastic Delven!
Thank you Manny...I am a second hand/ Pawn shop junkie. Used Pedals, Mics and Mixers has helped construct my studio.
Thank you for sharing! PLAP Rocks!
Lots of mentions of Steve Albini, Warren, Albini would make a GREAT interview!
Stay tuned!
@@Producelikeapro For fun, count how many times Steve says the word "aesthetic" during the interview.
This was one of the coolest interviews you've done
Thanks! I agree! We love Manny!
It's just non-stop bombs of life. I could listen to Manny for days.
@@leefchapman me too!
I put a vocal reflection filter in front of my live amps too! I thought I was the only one.
Yes, great trick Matt!
See i thought i was the only one ??? Thank you for the kind words Matt!
@@mannysmiclocker Bravo Manny! Great episode!
@@coilaudio129 Thanks for checking out! I’m working on getting some magic audio from you 2022 ☑️
I really enjoyed this entire conversation. Really inspiring stuff. Thanks for all the work that goes into producing this content.
Thanks ever so much!
Warren and his team are First Class too to bottom ;)
@@mannysmiclocker you're very kind!
It's weird,Being in several punk bands,tours, studios throughout so many yrs to the point of just wanting to just quit.Now I'm literally producing my own music in my mini studio and man I love it.It always starts with a drum beat then guitars,bass synths then vocals and ends up in the laptop or in my Tascam 424 as complete songs.
Manny's passion for engineering and audio gear is inspirational!
Thanks for sharing and Happy Holidays!
Excellent quality content! Thanks Warren!
Thanks ever so much David! Manny Rules!!
Wow, what a likeable guy
Agreed 100%!
Thank you for the kind words Jimmy ;)
Every minute of this interview gets better. One of the most enjoyable I've seen on RUclips.
Thank you VOTGL ;) appreciated the kind words.
Thanks for everything you have done and continue doing Warren Much love from Sheffield UK
Thanks ever so much roadrunner 5446!
What a really cool dude! I love his gear but I really love his vibe and attitude. Thanks Warren!
Thanks Paul!
Thank you Paul and appreciated the kind words brother.
This was my favorite interview I've seen on this channel.
Thanks Nathan!
Thank you for the kind words Nathan ;)
Thank you, Manny.
I appreciate so much Manny coming out to Chengdu to record our band. We had such an amazing time. Absolutely unforgettable! 太好了！
Wow! Thanks very much for sharing! That’s amazing
@@Producelikeapro and thanks for inviting Manny on your show. He’s one of a kind!
Familia all above ;) Happy Holidays Josh and send my love to the Munchkins and Mrs xo
His China stories are crazy. Guerrilla recording. That's insanely inspirational. What an awesome interview. Loved this.
Thanks for sharing LG❤
I couldn’t switch off. What a nice guy.
Yes, Manny is a great guy!!
I'm about halfway through this and I've got to say it's great on many fronts. But, most importantly, I'm pretty sure it's his personality/attitude that sets him apart. He went the places that he did because of his mindset. He is almost completely open to change and actually seeks it out. Very inspiring!
It's like, yeah yeah the gear is great, but it's how and why that is important in my opinion.
Thanks Greg. Appreciated the kind words and checking out this video. Warren’s the best and was great to share.
Man, this quality content is top notch. Thanks s lot Warren for this incredible information and dedication. Cheers from Colombia!
PS: Favourite piece of inexpensive gear is my Sterling ST151 one of the best microphones of it's price range (just 100 bucks), great high end for the price and big low end without being boomy which is not common on that price range.
Thanks for the tip. Will add it to my list. Have a good one.
Thanks Diego! Yes, I’m a huge fan of Manny’s! Great guys and great talent!
Yes! Great tip Esteban!
This might just be the sweetest recording interview ever!🤖📡
Thanks ever so much David
Appreciated the kind words David!
As someone who also still uses a PT10HD rig, its nice to see them out there still being used. I like his thoughts of putting money into other important parts of his setup like pres, amps, pedals, guitars or weird and cool mics. Love it!
Absolutely! Many of us still do!
We think the same ;) Appreciated the kind words Michael.
He mastered our ep earlier this year! For cheap. Made us sound way better then our shitty recording. Love that he's on here. Thanks Manny!
Homies ;)
Absolutely Great video! I grew up in the 60s, 70s and 80s in Los Angeles County and back in the late 70s and early to mid 80s I did lighting for rock bands in most of the famous L.A. clubs and dozens of the smaller county clubs. Today I'm learning to play multiple instruments and collecting mics, amps, stands etc. because that's the direction I'm headed now a days. Manny is super cool and very informative. Earned my sub today ya did! Merry Christmas!
Thanks for sharing Robert and super cool life experiencing all the above ,)
Warren this is a real deal interview. Lots of lessons learned. Thanks for this!
Thanks ever so much
So VERY cool, getting a tour thru Manny’s Weapon Locker!
Such a good visit, Warren.
Thanks Kahl.
Appreciated the kind words.
What a great interview and studio walkthrough. Been listening to some of the bands Manny's produced and they're awesome.
Thank you for sharing TL!
I thought I'd watch this over several days as it's the length of a feature film, but I ended up watching the whole thing. Thanks a lot, great guy, great interview
Thanks for sharing Bald Man to Bald Man ;)
One of the best recording related videos I've seen in years. Made me excited about what we do.
Wow! Thanks ever so much Brandon
Awesome !!!!!!!!!!! We are a big Familia here ;)
Best part of this was finding out hes from SGV. Shoutout from Alhambra
Fantastic
Appreciated the kind words SGV styles!
Love Manny. He was so supportive with my drumming career in LA back in the day! Johnny too. Great interview! Sick!
Manny is the best! Huge fan!
Manny has produced some of my favourite noise rock records. HELLA! Wow, this was insightful and inspiring. We need to know more info about those albums he released under an alias.
Check out one of the first records he did called “dying to meet you” by Vaz. Fantastic sounding and great songs!
@@georgetseng5510 On it!
Manny is THE Best!!
@@georgetseng5510 That record is so heavy! MCI 2" 16 from 1973
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Manny! thanks for making my records sound great!
YES!! Many is the Man!
Virginia read ruclips.net/video/ywGI_dFFq6Q/видео.html
Cut live by this Cat proudly!
@@mannysmiclocker sounds fantastic! great song and production!
Manny rules!! What an inspiring story (ies) from a great artist. Thanks for this guys 💪
Manny is the best of the best
We love Manny!!
Yes he is Spitfire!!
Homies for life Arion!
what an awesome Interview and Man!! Wonderful!!
Thanks ever so much Girolamo!
I bought an M160 off Manny a couple years ago! Learned a lot in the 30 min we chatted.
That's very cool! Manny is a true Gentleman!
160s my jam ;) Thanks for sharing Rob!
I keep coming back to this one. So inspiring
G, thanks for sharing and Inspiring us to make art! Produce like a Pro is a wonderful platform of recording knowledge a notch above.
You know how to gauge the passion of a producer? Calculate Warren's Words Spoken per min. he ask a lot of questions and talk cause you can see the passion for everything about production. The more passionate Warrans guest is the less he needs to talk cause the passion is for productio, not to hear him self talk, so anyone who can keep the conversation going, Warran will let them lead the conversation!
wow I am so glad I watched this video at this stage in my learning about gear. Opened my mind soo much.
8:26 the good ol’ Peter Gabriel trick hahah
Great video guys, found Manny here and have been busy catching up on his content.
The about making/fixing a Ribbon mic is excellent
Cheers
Thanks Mark. PLAP Rocks ,)
TY so much for this video, I’m a huge admirer of Manny’s work, Distortion Felix and his recording techniques, am so pleased to hear him talk about so many new (to me) bands to check out!
Me too! Huge fan! Check out his course, it’s fantastic
Thanks Dave and appreciated the kind words! DF is and The Chavez Ravine still @ Large ;)
Professional, passionate, articulate & open with details of what he's using and why...great video and fantastic guest. It's fun to see someone who has dedicated themselves to this level and hear how happy and nice he is. I'm going to check out some of his recordings next.
Thanks ever so much! Agreed, Manny is amazing!!
Appreciated the kind words Kelly!
I had no intention of watching this entire 90 minute video, but it was so interesting, I couldn't stop.
Thanks ever so much
Thanks for sharing ;)
I discovered Los Lobos when La Bamba came out and listened to their records. Now I can match the Sound Engineer (Practitioner) with that amazing sound. Thank you, Warren!
Great interview. I too live in the world of make do... with knowledge.
Thanks for sharing!
So much knowledge and coolest of stories. I mean China? Incredible! Thank you!!
I have that same Alamo amp! From like 1973. That thing is dope! First amp I ever had
Thanks. Appreciated the kind words and yes those amps rule!
As a long time Punk guy and DIY this was one of my favorite episodes … I love the hard edge production of punk records bands recording on no budget except what they earned by working day jobs .. I love these records probably more then highly produced slick high end productions mainly because that’s what the music itself dictates ….
Fantastic! Yes, Manny Rules and I love being able to showcase such amazing guys as him!
100% with you on all the above!
@@Producelikeapro Thanks Warren...love your channel and your guitar playing when you pull out a guitar
@@mannysmiclocker thank you and that China story was highly admirable of you..
This is the best episode you have EVER done. SO cool. What an inspiration to GO DO IT. Thank you.
Wow! Thanks ever so much!
As a fan of Black Flag and other Punk bands I know this is gonna be good even though I did not watch the full video yet
Thanks ever so much! Yes! So much great music!!
Manny is a fascinating dude! great video, thanks Warren
Thanks Willem! Agreed Manny is amazing!
Thank you for the kind words Willem!
amazing video, thank you so much, inspirational!
Thanks ever so much!
This was the coolest walk through a man's heart everRRR! Love it! Thanks Warren. Keep kickin, Manny!
Appreciated the kind words Brad.
winner winner , THEE most enjoyable interview from Produce Like A Pro . Thank you so much .
Yes!! Manny rules
Much appreciated sharing Rick! Let’s make some great Art 2022!!
Hell of a journey, Manny, long may it continue
He’s the man!!
I wake up every day with a alarm excited to make Art ;) Thank you for the kind words!
I'll take that, and use it as inspiration. Thank you
As a Manuel, people always called me Manu but while living in the US, everyone called me Manny for some reason.
One the coolest videos I've seen on the channel in a long time. Manny is super inspiring, loved listening to his stories, his thoughts on recording and producing, and his favorite gear. Really great video, thanks so much for sharing.
Appreciated the kind words NB ;)
This is a testimony to how great one can be with wanting to do what you love, but Manny made it happen, too cool. I'm a big fan.
Appreciated that!
I didn't know him by either of his names, but I definitely know his work. what a legend! fantastic interview!
Yes! Amazing talent and a great guy! We love Manny!
Appreciated the kind words brother ;)
One of the best audio interviews I've ever seen on any channel. And I actually watched from beginning to end, something I'm not prone to do. Manny is a guy I can relate with and his story is inspiring. Thanks, Warren!
P7 appreciated the kind words and thrilled to be sharing these studio gems with Warren’s family ;)
Wow! Thanks ever so much! That really means a lot!!
@@mannysmiclocker Right on, Manny. I’m always happy to see a fellow SGV guy making it happen. It inspires me to keep chasing the dream and to keep learning.
@@Producelikeapro You’re welcome, Warren. And thanks for all the great tips over the years. And for always coming at us with zero ego despite all your success. In fact, your mixing guitars and synths video from four years ago is helping me out a ton as I write this!
@@pandemic7 Tito’s in El Monte styles ;)
I agree with TheLeon 1032.... this is the coolest guy ever. I've been recording 35 years. I wanna record with this guy! I could DEFINITELY learn some stuff from this cat. High end gear and perfect studios bore me now. It's not how expensive or "perfect" your gear or studio is, it's how badass YOU are. This cat is a badass. He does have some really cool old gear though. Different, and that makes it perfect. Creative dude. Thanks Warren, and thanks Manny!
Hi J PM, yes, Manny is truly amazing! Huge fan!
Appreciated the kind words J.
Great stuff gentlemen.
Agreed David!
Manny's story is so inspiring. Thank you for the video.
Thanks Tanitha!
Appreciated the kind words.
I bought 3 of those D224e's for a steal about 5 years ago.. flipped them for almost 10 times what I paid for them as their popularity started the pop.
You will see them used on BBC produced programs where a politican or someone of "importance" is talking at a lecturn.. It will have a mic foam filter on both ends, as it is dual capsule... one at the top and one down closer to where the XLR goes in..
I saw one for sale and had wind screens top and rear lol i thought maybe he was crazy but i looked at my own today and there are vents rear! a few days ago i found another AKG 224e and snagged it. 3 now...Hi Hat,Ride and guitar covered.
The best interview/studio tour on the channel. This guy is a total G.
Manny is awesome!
Thank you for the kind words Mike ;) G Styles 365
@@Producelikeapro Watching the chanel for years, man. This might be my fav episode.
COOL thanks ,you have so many great guest great stories and information
That's exactly what the world needs 🤘Such an incredible guy !!!
Thanks ever so much Ady!
Appreciated the kind words HTRMS ;)
Such an interesting chat, great content, I'd love to just hang out there for a day 😀
Thanks Alan!!
Right? I'd just listen to him talk for days
@@leefchapman Agreed!
Thank you for the kind words Alan ;}
The hotel California thing is the best story ever lmao!
I played one of those 8-string vintage Hagstroms in a music shop in St. Paul, Minnesota for about two hours one time at least ten years ago...think it was under $800 and it was perfect...I've regretted passing on it ever since. Looked just like that one.
What the...? Manny Nieto! I love Distortion Felix - I'm an Athlete album! Great shoegaze indie rock that I still listen to. Thank you Warren.
Thanks. Appreciated the kind words. DF for life ;)
Oh cool! Maybe I’ll bump into him next time I rehearse there!
Yes! Manny rules!!
Come on by Vlad ;) DTLA rules!
great hat! i read about that china trip in tape op. amazing!
Absolutely amazing
Awesome interview. Really grateful for this channel.
Thanks ever so much
My favorite interview so far, love this guys vibe
609 on bass. i did a gig once where the guy helping me put one on the bass cab backward by mistake and everyone loved my bass sound ever since it's felt been my little secret
Thanks ever so much for sharing
Ssshh keep it down lol
Lol.. Dude, I followed the same path only I didn’t get out of Thailand! & Singapore! Spent a couple of years based out of Bangkok in the late 80s! Worked the whole way through! Though my Asian studio experiences sound different than yours! Most were world class rooms with high end 24/48tk 2”, mostly Otari MTR90s with Top of the Line Amak or SSL desks with full racks! Best 2yr of my life!
That sounds like a dream come true!
Great video. If you are interested in the Death By Audio Pedals watch the documentary called Goodnight Brooklyn. It is all about Oliver and his creation of that company and the DIY style of doing things.
Fantastic! Thanks for sharing!
Huge fan of their pedals and APTBS. Their shows are out of this world nuts. I think "we've come so far" has to be one of the most intense tracks in a long while
@@leefchapman yes! Amazing!
I really appreciate this guys knowledge & story. good advice & lots of cool gear. Thank you
I didn't plan to watch this entire video in one go, but man I couldn't look away. Definitely one of the best music related videos I've ever watched on RUclips. Manny is the man yow 🙌🏾
Thanks. Appreciated the kind words.
Hats off to Manny and thank you for the video!!
Thanks very much
Thanks. Appreciated the kind words.
What a great guy. Super neat interview! I grew up in the San Gabriel Valley too. He mentioned Pedrini’s!
Agreed! Manny is fantastic, such a great guy
Pedrini’s was a time capsule of cool gear ;) thanks for sharing Peter
Holy crap that was cool! I just started recording my own music a couple of years ago and what I learned from this was outstanding. Thank you for doing what you do and turning me on to such an amazing producer.
You’re very welcome! Yes, Manny Rules!!
Thanks for sharing Shane and Happy Holidays!
Ah Manny.....what an awesome man. No airs or graces, just down to earth. 90 odd percent of my gear is either pretty old ( but not vintage ha ha ) and pretty cheap. You work with what you have and do the best you can. Latest cheap edition is a Yamaha EMP100. Patched into the console and sounds bloody amazing for 50Euros inc post. Great video, cheers
Thanks Joey! Yes, Manny is the MAN! Huge fan!
Appreciated the kind words Joey.
Same here. I was Manuel when I was young and my father was a singer for this band Impacto Tropical out of Chicago. Everyone called him Manny and I took the name in Jr High school. For so many years I was embarrassed of all the shitty cheap gear I used to multitrack bands and cutting my teeth, recording Death metal bands. First mic I bought was a Radioshack vocal mic I used on kick and Radioshack lipstick condenser I used on classical guitar. Started with a porta-studio, evolved to ADATS, then to Cool Edit, then to Pro Tools. What a ride it's been.
Wow what a great recording life story. Yes Manny we are Manny’s now Ha! Like in the video one my my favs mics now present is a radio shack Omni. Take care and keep up the good work proudly and loudly
@@mannysmiclocker been at it for 30 years now, also doing local live sound in the bars/venues. Slowly accumulated a good spaceman backpack (Pelican cases) of gear myself in that time. I've been staying put in Illinois with my family over the years but I love seeing how successful others have become traveling the world doing what they loved, even though the cash doesn't really match the effort sometimes. But the experience is the reward, right? "Do what you love, and the money will follow" right, or make you incredibly miserable. Haha Thank you for the response Manny. Means a lot.
@@AsmoG13 Pelicans save me and I have Like 5-6 all different sizes studio moving to just keeping mics safe. Good luck all the above ;)
Manny is by far the coolest person on the planet 😎
Agreed 100%!
Thank you for the kind words!
So great! Wish he could do my bands music ..
Email him I'm sure he can
Yes! Contact him!
@@spitfiremusic3997 definitely!
This was really good, thanks 😎
Thanks ever so much
That was amazing!!!
I love watching your show from time to time. But, this episode here is a gold mine! I want another hour of Manny talking about some of his favorite tracks produced (samples and the Rad stories and gear behind it) in fact, can we make it a series. Cheers
You are too kind J ;) thanks dor sharing and I would live to do more videos with the wonderful Warren.
@@mannysmiclocker I think we all would. You both keep up great work!