Hi, I’m Michael, a seasoned audio producer and studio owner based in Austin, TX. I engineer multitrack recordings, post-production mixes, and oversee live and broadcast sound for artists and shows, including The Kill Tony Show. Since joining Golden Pony Pro, subscribership has grown notably, and I’ve helped deliver broadcast-friendly audio to stages across the country. I run a studio called Austin Sound Machine where I collaborate with clients ranging from Netflix, WWE, Gillette, Comedy Central, to musicians and brands, shaping clear, immersive sound for recordings, broadcasts, and live performances.

Michael Machinist

Hi, I’m Michael, a seasoned audio producer and studio owner based in Austin, TX. I engineer multitrack recordings, post-production mixes, and oversee live and broadcast sound for artists and shows, including The Kill Tony Show. Since joining Golden Pony Pro, subscribership has grown notably, and I’ve helped deliver broadcast-friendly audio to stages across the country. I run a studio called Austin Sound Machine where I collaborate with clients ranging from Netflix, WWE, Gillette, Comedy Central, to musicians and brands, shaping clear, immersive sound for recordings, broadcasts, and live performances.

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Hi, I’m Michael, a seasoned audio producer and studio owner based in Austin, TX. I engineer multitrack recordings, post-production mixes, and oversee live and broadcast sound for artists and shows, including The Kill Tony Show. Since joining Golden Pony Pro, subscribership has grown notably, and I’ve helped deliver broadcast-friendly audio to stages across the country. I run a studio called Austin Sound Machine where I collaborate with clients ranging from Netflix, WWE, Gillette, Comedy Central, to musicians and brands, shaping clear, immersive sound for recordings, broadcasts, and live performances.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Producer at Golden Pony Pro
March 1, 2023 - Present
Engineer multitrack recording and post audio mixing for The Kill Tony Show. Since being hired, subscribership has doubled (currently 2.5 MM). Contracted by Netflix for select, exclusive broadcasts. Multiple sold-out arena performances (NY, LA, Nashville, Austin). World’s most popular live podcast.
Owner/Operator at Austin Sound Machine
January 1, 2022 - Present
Full service commercial audio production facility offering recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and composition. Notable clients include Kill Tony Show, Bob James, Mike G (Odd Future), Grooveline Horns (Zac Brown Band, Jason Mraz), Tameca Jones, Jonathan Deas (Gary Clark Jr. Band).
Owner/Operator at The Sound Machine
January 1, 2009 - February 1, 2016
Full service audio production facility. Recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and composition. Notable clients include Black Sheep, Q-Tip and Jarobi White (A Tribe Called Quest), Bootsy Collins, Shinobi Ninja, Marlon Wayans, 2K Sports (NBA 2K12).

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of Wisconsin-Madison
September 1, 2001 - December 1, 2005

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services