This site is dedicated to exploring and documenting the recording and mixing process behind the music of the Fab Four. Dive deep into the signal chains, uncover details about the instruments they played, and examine the studio gear that helped craft their iconic sound. From microphones to tape machines, amplifiers to effects units, we break down how each element was dialed in to shape the tone, texture, and feel of every track.
Mix Notes
Whether you’re an audio enthusiast, a producer looking for inspiration, or a die-hard Beatles fan, this site offers a treasure trove of insights into the techniques and technology behind their legendary recordings.
We regularly post Mix Notes for each song, offering both historical details and modern mixing takeaways. These Mix Notes are written by mix engineer and music blogger Kevin Flick (Puddlegum).
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Welcome to Fab Four Mix Notes!
This site is dedicated to documenting and studying the recording and mixing processes used to track The Beatles songs. We will be examining each song and sessions, gathering in depth notes on signal chains, gear, how the gear was dialed in, and more. Each of these blog posts will be called Mix Notes. This site…
Resources
Fab Four Resources page provides a growing list of links to albums, documentaries, books, and more. We are indebted to the incredible research and incites these resources provide. Contact us if there is a resource you would like us to add.