Industry Jun 22, 2026

“Everything that's come – ever since the very first recordings we made – has made things slower, not faster”: Better music technology hasn’t made life easier for producers than it was in the ‘80s, says Mike Stock

Plus, the gear behind the SAW magic and what he learned from Paul McCartney

Originally published by MusicRadar
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“Everything that's come – ever since the very first recordings we made – has made things slower, not faster”: Better music technology hasn’t made life easier for producers than it was in the ‘80s, says Mike Stock

Producer Mike Stock argues that advancements in music technology have not simplified the production process compared to the 1980s. He also discusses the equipment used in the SAW production and insights gained from Paul McCartney. Originally reported by MusicRadar.

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