• How to Handle Workflow Differences When Working On Singles Vs. Albums



    Is producing a single the same as producing a full album? Chris & Jody break down the real differences in workflow, mindset, and strategy between the two. From scheduling and pre-production to mixing approaches and client communication, they explore how the project’s scope shapes the way producers and engineers work. Do you treat a single as a self-contained masterpiece? Or do you craft an album as a bigger narrative arc? They’ll also share insight into the conversations you should have with artists and bands up front—discussions that can save time, budget, and sanity in the studio. Expect actionable recording setup tips, perspective from years in the trenches, and of course, a healthy dash of nonsense to keep things fun. Whether you’re running a compact home studio gear setup or managing a full-blown production workflow, this episode helps you navigate the unique demands of singles versus albums.

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    Gear we used:
    Jody’s Mic & Voice Chain: Telefunken C12 – Groove Tubes Vipre – Apollo – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA Studer A800
    Jody’s Channel Strip: iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E

    Chris’ Mic & Voice Chain: Slate ML1 – Apollo – UA – Slate VMR (FG12, FG73, API Eq, SSL 4kE) – iZotope RX Voice – DeNoise
    Chris’ Channel Strip: Eventide Precision Time Align – iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E

    Master: Oek Sound Soothe 2 – iZotope Ozone Imager – iZotope Ozone Maximize.

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    If you want to collaborate, sponsor a podcast, donate, or want us to review your product – contact us at: collaborate@insidetherecordingstudio.com

  • Why Should I Care About Pan Law?


    We’re taking a look into setting Pan Law in your DAW. Showing examples of how it works and what the different settings mean. Then explaining why this can create problems when moving mixes from one DAW to another and why we want to understand them. Plus what Pan Law setting is most common.

  • Pro Audio Tips: How to Use Pan Laws for Better Mixing



    Pan laws: the thing you didn’t know you needed to care about—until your mix went sideways. Chris & Jody tackle the mystery with their usual mix of clarity, sarcasm, and nonsense. Why do pan laws even exist? Do they matter? (Spoiler: yes, sometimes.) You’ll hear the breakdown of different pan law settings, when to use them, and how not to let them wreck your carefully crafted balance. Expect laughs, nerdy insights, and a couple of “aha” moments you can actually use. Oh, and don’t miss the Friday Finds, because who doesn’t love new excuses to add more hidden features in studio gearto their setup?

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    Gear we used:
    Jody’s Mic & Voice Chain: Telefunken C12 – Groove Tubes Vipre – Apollo – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA Studer A800
    Jody’s Channel Strip: iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E

    Chris’ Mic & Voice Chain: Slate ML1 – Apollo – UA – Slate VMR (FG12, FG73, API Eq, SSL 4kE) – iZotope RX Voice – DeNoise
    Chris’ Channel Strip: Eventide Precision Time Align – iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E

    Master: Oek Sound Soothe 2 – iZotope Ozone Imager – iZotope Ozone Maximize.

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    If you want to collaborate, sponsor a podcast, donate, or want us to review your product – contact us at: collaborate@insidetherecordingstudio.com

  • Do You Really Need More Home Studio Gear? The Truth About Gear Hoarding



    Confession time: do you really need that sixth compressor plugin? Chris & Jody put the spotlight on our gear-hoarding tendencies and ask the hard questions—like why your “backup” guitar has three backups of its own. From shiny new plugins to “hidden features in studio gear” you forgot you owned, this episode digs into the obsession that drives us to collect, collect, and collect some more. Does it make your mixes better? Maybe. Does it make your wallet lighter? Definitely. Add in some laughs, some truth bombs, and a bit of nonsense, and you’ve got a brutally honest look at why too much gear can sometimes mean too little music.

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    Gear we used:
    Jody’s Mic & Voice Chain: Telefunken C12 – Groove Tubes Vipre – Apollo – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA Studer A800
    Jody’s Channel Strip: iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E

    Chris’ Mic & Voice Chain: Slate ML1 – Apollo – UA – Slate VMR (FG12, FG73, API Eq, SSL 4kE) – iZotope RX Voice – DeNoise
    Chris’ Channel Strip: Eventide Precision Time Align – iZotope RX Spectral DeNoise – iZotope RX Mouth DeClick – UA Neve 1073 – UA LA2A – UA 1176E

    Master: Oek Sound Soothe 2 – iZotope Ozone Imager – iZotope Ozone Maximize.

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    If you want to collaborate, sponsor a podcast, donate, or want us to review your product – contact us at: collaborate@insidetherecordingstudio.com

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