I joined The Reverse Engineer program 1 year ago and went through the mastering and mixing portion of the program since then.I find the program amazing for the following reasons:- it has a very good structure guiding you through the workflows of the production steps and teaching you where to start and where to finish- I like the amount of theory that is tought. It is enough to give very detail about everything you need to get to pro-results but leaves some topics open for self-studying such as plug-in deep dives (Even if there is a plug-in deep dive call which covers even that), transfering the things you have learned to your workflow, choosing go to plug-ins, etc..- it teaches mindsets/ideas/workflows to be able to be adapted to own projects, instead of binding you to only specific types or genres of projects.- it offers plenty of rehersals for training- you can get feedback on every project you did, and ask all kinds of questions that rise throughout the way. I like how the feedback calls are structured and that everyone gets a specifc slot to ask personal questions.- the goal of the program is not be able to answer a multiple choice test about music production but to be really able to do pro music. In the end of module tests you have to prove that you are able to use what you have learned. I find that brilliant.- when I started the program I was able to do average mixes and basic mastering without really knowing what I am doing. Now I can do mixing and mastering on a high level with confidence and am not insecure to offer my skill as a paid service. Before I started the program I felt like I plateaued in my skills. I recognized my results did not sound professional but I did not know how to improve (even if I tried hard, watched tons of videos and even took lessons in a local studio). The program helped me to get to the next level and now I know the keys that make the difference.- the staff of mastering.com has a great attitude, that you will find in calls and the lessons, which is human focused and valuing people. There goal is to not only make good producers but good and grow people expressing themselves with music.I think the program is for people who have some music production experience already (have tried some things, know basic tools a bit, etc.) to get to a professional level. I think it would work for absolute starters as well but they would need a bit more work and time to research the basics because the curriculum doesn‘t always start at absolute zero. But if you are a starter there are enough mentors and community members who would support you.The program is not for people who want to do a quick short cut though. Since I started I invested about 15 - 20h a week constantly to get through the first 2 portions. And I would say my speed was between quick and average. If you are not ready to invest this time, the program won‘t really help you and you should save your money and consider if you really want to get a producer (because no program in the world will offer you to get a pro without being ready to do you work on it)What you should be aware of, when starting the program is, that you will need some extra money apart from the program fee for some equipment (which will be recommended)- computer (in case you don‘t have a suiting one)- audio interface and cables- at least headphones (mastering.com recommends Ollo Audio X1 which are great)- acoustic measures and room treatment (optional but necessary if you want to work with speakers)- make yourself ready to get some plug-ins. This is not mandatory and theoretically you could do the whole program with stock plug-ins but you will come to a point where you will want to get some stuff making life easier and sounding better. However the program offers great discounts on some major plug-in companies such as FabFilter, Soundtoys, etc. Furthermore many plug-in companies accept the enrollment letter for their educational programs.Before I started the program I did lots of research on alternatives, prices and curriculums. But I did not find a program that would be able to be compared to this one. In the most programs I found - especially in Germany (where I am from) - where a lot less detail, often had a big share of marketing and economic contents and the amount of music production lessons was little. They didn‘t give me the impression, that they would be able to help me reach the next level in music production.I am absolutely happy with my decision to start The Reverse Engineer and would definitely do it again.
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