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Visit the RalphSutton.com Recording Engineering Blog for Techniques and Tips for Recording Engineering, Mixing, and Music Production. Hello I'm Ralph Sutton, I specialize in Recording Engineering, Music Production, Digital Content Creation, I am a New Media Consultant based in Los Angeles, CA. I work with Record Companies, Recording Artists, Production Companies, Producers, Directors, Music Superv
02/24/2026
Watch this unedited televised interview, where I share my experience working with Norman Connors, Phyllis Hyman, and others as Norman’s longtime recording and mixing engineer.
Live musicians.
Real sessions.
Real studio discipline.
This was recorded in connection with a national television production, capturing me speaking directly about the art and craft of recording and mixing, the importance of musicianship, and the responsibility of capturing performances accurately.
The full authority profile and interview are here:
👉 https://ralphsutton.com/recording-engineering-blog/ralph-sutton-norman-connors-recording-engineer
Ralph Sutton
Recording & Mixing Engineer | Producer | Dolby Atmos Specialist
Ralph Sutton Norman Connors Recording Engineer | Former Motown Hitsville Staff Engineer Ralph Sutton Norman Connors recording engineer reflects on his work at Motown Hitsville and recording live Jazz, Funk and R&B musicians.
09/24/2025
Most stereo mixes fail in Dolby Atmos, and it’s not because the music isn’t good.
It’s because Atmos isn’t a “Stereo Upgrade.” It’s a whole new art form.
In my latest blog post, I reveal the 5 common mistakes Artists & Producers make in Atmos and exactly how to avoid them.
If you want your music to sound immersive, powerful, and unforgettable, you need more than luck. You need the right recording, mixing, and deliverables from day one.
That’s what I do.
🎶 I offer Recording & Mixing that gives your music the Power to move fans and stand out in the industry.
👉 Read the post here: https://ralphsutton.com/atmos-fixes
💬 Drop a comment if you’ve tried Atmos or if you’re curious about how it can transform your sound.
09/08/2025
🎙️ Recording and Mixing for Dolby Atmos: Essential Guide
Dolby Atmos isn’t a “press a button” upgrade from stereo; it’s a completely different approach to capturing and mixing music. And most Artists and Producers are getting it wrong.
🚫 Truth: Some recordings sound incredible in stereo but fall flat in Atmos. Without intentional planning, mic choices, placement, and spatial arrangement, you risk wasting time, budget, and creative energy.
🔥 This complimentary guide breaks it down:
✔️ How to prep your sessions for immersive audio
✔️ The mic and workflow pitfalls to avoid
✔️ Steps to confidently move from stereo thinking into 3D sound
👉 Download your complimentary copy here:
ralphsutton.com/atmosguide
09/06/2025
🎚️ At RalphSutton.com, recording isn’t just about capturing sound; it’s about preserving the energy of live musicians and creating timeless mixes that translate everywhere.
With decades of experience behind the console, from Motown Hitsville Recording Studios to today’s immersive Dolby Atmos, I provide elite Recording and Mixing services built on precision, artistry, and trust.
👉 Explore my services and see how we can bring your next project to life: RalphSutton.com
“Everything you achieve and everything you fail to achieve is the direct result of your own thoughts.” -Ralph Sutton
In this business, your mind is your most powerful instrument. 🧠🎶
🚪 If you think small, you’ll act small.
⏳ If you think you’re not ready, you’ll never move.
🏳️ If you believe you can’t win, you’ve already lost.
💡 Your thoughts set your ceiling, and your actions prove it right or wrong.
Indie music success isn’t just about talent or connections.
It’s about the mindset that says:
✅ I can learn this.
✅ I can build this.
✅ I will make this happen.
Every song, every collab, every production, every mix starts in your head before it ever hits the world.
Control your thoughts, and you control your career.
Lose control of your thoughts, and you lose control of your career.
Why stereo still matters and when immersive audio makes sense, especially for live Jazz, Funk, R&B, and Soul recordings. RalphSutton.com
“Focus on the seeds, not the trees. What seeds are you planting today?” 🌱
In this game, everybody wants the trees
🌳 The shows
🌳 The fans
🌳 The money
🌳 The respect
But most overlook the seeds
🎯 Writing every day
🎯 Practicing your craft
🎯 Sharing your story
🎯 Building relationships
🎯 Learning your gear
Trees don’t grow overnight.
And if you’re not planting, you're just scrolling, wishing, and wasting time.
🎧 The Indie Music Mindset means you stay focused on the daily grind.
Because small, consistent actions compound.
So ask yourself:
What am I building today… that future me will thank me for?
07/23/2025
🎧 Want your next Dolby Atmos mix to actually sound immersive?
Then don’t wait until the mix to get it right prep your session like a pro from the very start.
Most Atmos mixes fall flat because:
❌ Tracks are over-compressed
❌ Bleed and phase issues ruin separation
❌ Files are labeled like a guessing game
If you're a serious artist, producer, or indie label…
✅ This guide breaks it all down:
• The 5 mistakes that kill Atmos mixes
• A checklist you’ll want to screenshot
• How I build sessions that breathe in 360° space
Your music deserves more than a stereo mindset.
It deserves to live and move in immersive audio.
🔗 Read it here: https://ralphsutton.com/recording-engineering-blog/how-to-prep-a-session-for-dolby-atmos/
How to Prep a Session for Dolby Atmos: A Guide for Artists and Producers How to prep a session for Dolby Atmos. Avoid common mistakes, improve delivery, and record and mix immersive like a pro. RalphSutton.com Recording Engineering
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