06/18/2026
In this exclusive three-part feature from RTM, Austin-area musician, producer, and studio owner Jonas Wilson takes us inside his unique analog workflow at Mr. Pink Records .
Part 1 - explores the remarkable live setup Jonas brings to the stage, where tape machines become active members of the band, adding texture, atmosphere, and spontaneous sonic moments.
Part 2 - dives into his philosophy of analog recording and experimentation. Jonas discusses his creative use of open-reel tape and, especially, cassette machines for building sounds, manipulating performances, and embracing the happy accidents that make tape such a powerful artistic tool.
Part 3 - offers a hands-on demonstration of his compositional process, showing how cassette decks become loop stations, effects processors, and songwriting partners, transforming simple musical ideas into rich, evolving soundscapes.
A multi-instrumentalist, producer, and founder of Mr. Pink Records, Jonas Wilson has spent decades developing a recording approach that blends analog techniques with modern creativity. His studio is filled with analog gear, including reel-to-reel and cassette machines that play a central role in his productions and performances.
At RTM, we’re proud to celebrate artists and engineers who continue to push the boundaries of magnetic tape, proving that how analog recording creates new possibilities for music today.
