• Hidden Features in Studio Gear for Atmos Mixing Revealed



    Dolby Atmos is no longer just for theaters—it’s making waves in the music world. In this episode, Chris & Jody unpack the ins and outs of mixing in Atmos: what it takes, what makes it different from stereo, and whether it’s truly a game changer for producers and artists. They dive into the technical requirements (from software to home studio gear) and explore the creative possibilities of immersive audio. Is it feasible for independent mixers? Which platforms are already supporting it? And how should you prepare your recording setup if you want to explore Atmos for your own projects? With their trademark humor and insight, Chris & Jody cut through the hype to reveal the pros, cons, and realities of Atmos mixing—plus, as always, this week’s Friday Finds to inspire your next session.

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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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    BACKUP 101 For Recording: The Tutorial On How To On Backing Up Your Recording Sessions and Data


    This week’s Tuesday Tip is about backing up your recording data. See a real world example of how one of how Inside the Recording Studio co-producer Jody takes steps to make sure recording sessions and data are backed up on his system. There’s color coding, raid drives and even the idea of backing up a whole system.

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    OS Update: What Every Musician Needs To Know And Consider Before Making The Switch To A New OS



    When is the right time to update the OS on your recording computer? Chris & Jody break down the pros, cons, and potential pitfalls of keeping your studio machine current. From compatibility concerns with plugins and interfaces to the risk of downtime during critical projects, they share practical recording setup tips to help you make the best decision. One of them recently went through the process and lived to tell the tale—complete with lessons learned and a few surprises. Should you wipe your system clean and start fresh, or is a simple upgrade enough? And how do you safeguard your home studio gear against unnecessary headaches? As always, the guys bring a balance of real-world experience, humor, and their Friday Finds to round things out. If you’re debating whether to hit that update button, this episode is essential listening before you dive in.

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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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