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Ryan Ellery: Creating Comfort in the Studio
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- Master Your Mix Podcast
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- Feb 18, 2026
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- 4343
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Summary
Ryan Ellery is a recording and mixing engineer based in Oakland, California, known for her work in the emo, punk, indie, and hardcore scenes. With over a decade of experience and credits on well over 100 releases, Ryan has worked with artists such as Mom Jeans, Self Defense Family, Graduating Life, Snooze, and many others. She operates primarily out of Sharkbite Studios, where she combines classic analog tools—like a Daking MKII Console—with modern digital workflows to capture performances that feel energetic, honest, and emotionally direct. Ryan’s approach centers on collaboration and communication, adapting her recording and mixing methods to serve each artist’s vision rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all sound. Whether tracking bands live to preserve raw energy or taking a more detailed, layered approach, her goal is to balance clarity with character—especially in genres where authenticity and feel matter more than polish. As both an engineer and a musician, Ryan brings a performer’s perspective into the studio, helping artists translate their ideas into recordings that connect with listeners while still standing up sonically. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: You don’t know what you don’t know Working with Sam Pura Figuring out our personal workflow Working on genres you aren’t familiar with Adjusting your tracking approach to get the best out of an artist Questions to ask clients before entering the studio so that everyone is on the same page Capturing a live feel in recordings Knowing when/when not to use drum samples Working on multiple songs inside a single session Mixing fast and not sweating the small stuff To learn more about Ryan Ellery, visit: https://www.ryanellery.com/ Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check ou…