A signed, typewritten studio note from Miles Davis to his legendary producer, Teo Macero, dated 1969. Originating from one of the most pivotal and creative years in Davis's career, this concise technical directive offers a rare, unvarnished look into the meticulous studio craftsmanship behind landmark albums like In a Silent Way and Bitches Brew.
The note, on a small slip of paper measuring 4.75" x 6.75", contains a precise audio engineering instruction from the artist to his collaborator. It reads: “To Mr. Macero, it seems to me that there’s still a flam on the sixth minute mark. The problem is solved with 3 DB off the low end, but that may unbalance the mix.” It is signed simply "Miles" in blue ink.
This artifact is a tangible snapshot of the revolutionary, edit-heavy process Davis and Macero pioneered. The mention of a "flam" (a percussive fault) and the specific discussion of EQ adjustments ("3 DB off the low end") and mix balance reveals Davis's deep, hands-on involvement in the post-production tape editing and splicing that defined his electric era. This is not a fan letter; it is a working document of genius, capturing a moment of problem-solving between two architects of modern music.