WCA #524 with Michael Romanowski – Immersive Audio, Critical Listening, Value Of Community, and The Dangers of Comparison

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back Grammy Winning mastering engineer, Michael Romanowski. Michael’s extensive credits include Alicia Keys, Bonnie Raitt, Lyle, Lovett, Earth Wind & Fire, Kane Brown, and the Grateful Dead. In This Episode, We Discuss: Studio Acoustics Immersive Audio Advocacy Future Of Immersive Audio Value Of Community Collaboration Critical Listening Skills Balancing Artistic Vision With Label Demands Bass Management Challenges In Immersive Audio Consumer Perceptions Of Immersive Audio Role Of VR And AR In Audio Localization The Dangers of Comparison Links and Show Notes: Michael's Studio Michael on WCA #309 Matt's Rant: Year End Review Credits: Guest: Michael Romanowski Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

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The Working Class Audio Podcast pulls back the curtain on the professional recording world. Host and audio engineer Matt Boudreau talks with guests from music, film, games, restoration, and beyond—diving into their real-world journeys. No fluff, just honest conversations about the wins, losses, money, collaboration, and survival strategies that define a career in audio. It's recording life from a working class perspective.