In this Tuesday Tip, we show you an easier way to go about creating a more original drum loop while using other drum loops. This example comes from a jingle that made use of this technique.
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Loops: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Loops: Lazy Shortcut or Secret Weapon? You Decide.
In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chris & Jody unravel the loop-shaped mystery behind one of music production’s most debated tools: loops. Whether it’s a killer drum groove, chopped vocals, or a moody synth riff, loops have found their way into every corner of modern music—and this episode explains why that’s not a bad thing.
Is using loops cheating? Spoiler: It’s not that simple. Chris & Jody share production tips, creative strategies, and a bit of loop history to help you better understand how to use loops ethically, legally, and effectively. You’ll hear real-world examples, insider tricks, and even some copyright pitfalls to avoid if you’re slicing, dicing, or sampling your way to a hook.
From beginner beatmakers to seasoned engineers, anyone working with home studio gear or navigating recording setup tips will come away with a deeper appreciation of how loops can elevate—or sink—a production.
Also, don’t miss this week’s Friday Finds, the elusive Gold Star Word, and a dose of loop-induced nonsense that only Chris & Jody could deliver.
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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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Tuesday Tip: Spitfire Audio LABS
In this Tuesday Tip, Chris quickly goes through the downloading process, as well as the interface of Spitfire Audio’s excellent free plugin LABS. There’s also a musical example, so you can hear it in use. LABS is great for experimentation, getting the creativity going, or just for sample based instruments that fall a little bit outside the norm.
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