11 - Interview with Bill Putnam Jr.

05/14/24 • 25 min

Universal Audio began with Bill Putnam Sr. back in 1958. His legacy was quickly cemented by his invaluable contributions to the world of studio and recording technologies, many of which becoming staples among the world’s most revered sonic sanctuaries. Bill Putnam Jr. ultimately donned the gauntlet of Universal Audio’s historic offering, working alongside a top-notch team to bolster the spirit of innovation spurred by his late father, providing artists, engineers, and musicians of every creed with a suite of diverse, powerful tools to forge their styles. Mitch Gallagher sat down with Bill Putnam Jr. to talk all things history, legacy, technology, and the future of sound. Tune in!

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10 - Interview with Mohini Dey and MaMoGi

Hot off the heels of her NPR Tiny Desk Concert, as well as playing bass for Willow Smith’s The Tonight Show performance, Mohini Dey is continuing to make waves with MaMoGi — the power trio comprising saxophonist Mark Hartsuch, drummer Gino Banks, and Mohini on bass. The band’s hallmark blend of prog rock, jazz, and electronica has captured listeners’ attention for their masterful weaving of technical mastery and indelible grooves. On this episode of Sweetwater's Plugged In podcast, Mitch Gallagher hosts all three members of MaMoGi for an investigation of sound, talking all things roots, style, creative chemistry, and what’s next for the band. Check it out!

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12 - Interview with Jim D’Addario, Bob Taylor & Andy Powers

Guitarists often joke about the “quest for tone” — the illusive and seemingly endless pursuit of the “perfect” sound. A lot of truth is said in jest, and while perfection may be more of a journey than a destination, the desire for better playing, composing, and performing has remained the engine of countless sonic innovations, including the XS guitar strings designed by D’Addario and Taylor. Both companies share an unbridled dedication to advancing their craft, and who better to guide a roundtable discussion of the art of perfecting sound than Sweetwater’s sound scholar, Mitch Gallagher? Jim D’Addario, Bob Taylor, and Andy Powers join Mitch at Sweetwater Studios to talk all things tone, time, and the future of guitar. Check it out!