In 2026 Record Enable is conducting a survey of previous event participants and our wider community. The survey will open from 16 March to 31 July 2026 with survey results expected in October 2026. The survey will be created and facilitated by Record Enable, and analysed by Data Analyst Shannan Faulkner.
The survey intends to find out :
Data on who our community is
The wants, needs, and career intentions of our community
How Record Enable has impacted people so far
How Record Enable can better help in the future
The intention is to run this survey every three to five years to track the progress and growth of women and non-binary people in Aotearoa’s music creation scene.
Survey participants can opt into a prize draw regularly drawn throughout the survey's open period.
The prizes are :
A place at the next Aotearoa Music Producer Series (with a $250 travel allowance if needed)
The Aotearoa Music Producer Series (AMPS) has been running since 2017 and was designed to up-skill Aotearoa’s music production sector. AMPS has attracted the participation of many formidable international producers including: Andrew Scheps, Sylvia Massy, Gil Norton, David Wrench, Anna Laverty, Romesh Dodangoda, Dave Eringa, Guy Massey, James K Lewis and Mark Rankin.
About AMPS: The Session
The five-day recording session is intended to prepare producers for all aspects of the recording process. The first meeting of producer, engineer and artist will be on day one and start with listening to the guest artist demos, choosing the song to track along with discussion and planning of the recording methods. Tracking will continue throughout the week with deep dives into song structures, instrument, mic and format choices, with all aspects played out in real time. The session will culminate with mixing of the song with time set aside to discuss and critique the work of the chosen attendees.
All producers and engineers in attendance are encouraged to exchange ideas and discuss decisions.
Learn about AMPs https://www.instagram.com/producerseriesaotearoa/?hl=en
DT 990 PRO X Headphones from Rockshop
The DT 990 PRO X are open-back, over-ear studio headphones delivering iconic airy and detailed sound with natural treble lift and impressive transparency. Handcrafted in Germany with durable metal components, sustainable design, and replaceable parts – the DT 990 PRO X is built for professionals who expect their gear to perform flawlessly for years to come.
Learn about DT 990 PRO X https://www.rockshop.co.nz/beyerdynamic-dt990-pro-x
One day in a Production Studio at Parachute Music
Parachute producer studios have a recording setup perfect for writing sessions, recording, production and mixing; and can comfortably fit at least three people. The studio will come come equipped with a widescreen computer display, Mac Mini, laptop interface for control of the studio, studio monitors, UAD Apollo audio interface, digital piano (with USB MIDI), shure SM7B microphone, an acoustic guitar, electric guitar, and bass. The day booking will run from 9am - 5pm on a weekday. An engineer is not included in the prize, but you can book an engineer for an additional fee if you’d like to request one.
Learn about Parachute Music https://www.parachutemusic.com/producer-studios
A mix and master of one song from Emily Wheatcroft-Snape
Emily Wheatcroft-Snape is a Tāmaki Makaurau–based audio engineer and producer with over eight years of experience in Aotearoa’s vibrant music scene. She has her own production space on the fringe of Auckland CBD, and regularly records out of Roundhead Studios, Parachute Music, and Big Fan. Emily has worked on notable local releases including Soft Power by Fazerdaze, The Big Sulk by Louisa Nicklin, Ceremony by Tiny Ruins, Te Kaahu o Rangi by Te Kaahu, Something to Feel by TEEKS, and Solar Power by Lorde
Learn about Emily Wheatcroft-Snape https://emilywsaudio.com/discography
Survey made with support from
