In this Tuesday Tip we take a look at the intro overview of a MainStage concert file. Particularly a concert file set up with patches recreating Bass Amp setups for cover songs. Showing the various parts of the window and also a slightly more advanced method of using a single input to drive multiple Bass Amps at once.
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MainStage 101: How To Get Started With The Best Live Audio Software On The Market!
MainStage: not just another Apple logo slapped on software. Chris & Jody get their hands dirty with this live-performance beast, spilling the beans on why it’s the unsung hero of both touring rigs and bedroom setups. They cover what it’s best at, which instruments will thank you, and how to avoid a crash mid-solo (because yes, that’s a thing). You’ll also find out how MainStage sneaks its way into studio workflows like a ninja of hidden features in studio gear. Plus, our hosts throw in their signature Friday Finds—because you deserve a treat after geeking out over plugins and performance tricks. Buckle up: this isn’t your average sales pitch, it’s Chris & Jody telling you why MainStage might just be your new favorite sidekick.
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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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How To Create An Awesome Drum Sound Using A Roland V-Drum Kit With Live Cymbals!
A quick tip showing how I combine the Roland V-Drums with Live Cymbals when artists want a different type of sound control on a live performance. Witness how I combine the audio of live overhead mics for cymbals and hi hats with the midi performance from the Roland V-Drum kit. Then export the audio from the midi capture to create the audio for the shells of the kit.
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Side-Chaining: What It Is and How To Use Side-Chaining In Your Mixes
The Power of Side-Chaining: How to Control Dynamics Like a Pro
In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chris & Jody dive headfirst into the world of side-chaining—one of the most powerful (and often misunderstood) tools in music production. Whether you’re ducking a bass under a kick or carving space in a dense vocal mix, understanding how to properly use side-chaining can transform your tracks from cluttered to crystal clear.
Chris & Jody break down what side-chaining actually is, walk you through how to set it up in your DAW, and even show you how to use it on the MPC Live hardware. Expect practical tips, creative techniques, and their signature banter as they explore multiple side-chaining methods and reveal common mistakes to avoid.
If you’re ready to tighten your low-end, add groove to your synths, or just learn why everyone keeps talking about compression, this episode will give you the tools and know-how to make side-chaining work for you.
Oh, and don’t miss this week’s Friday Finds—you just might discover your next studio obsession. And yes, a bit of nonsense is included at no extra charge.******************************
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