• Unveiling the Secrets: Is Your Mix Underproduced or Overproduced? Let’s Find Out!



    ️ A thought-provoking episode where Chris and Jody dive deep into the art of production balance! This time, we’re tackling the often-debated concepts of underproduced and overproduced mixes. What do these terms really mean, and how do they impact your final sound?

    Join us as we explore:

    • What makes a mix underproduced: How minimal arrangements can leave a song feeling flat or incomplete, and how to identify when more layers or production elements are needed.
    • What makes a mix overproduced: When too much is happening in the mix—whether it’s excessive effects, over-layering, or crowded instrumentation—and how this can drown out the song’s essence.
    • Our first steps in dealing with both types of mixes: Learn how we approach both underproduced and overproduced tracks to bring them back to life. From stripping things down to building them up, we share our go-to strategies for achieving the perfect production balance.

    Whether you’re dealing with a mix that’s too bare or one that’s bursting at the seams, this episode is packed with insights on finding the sweet spot that makes your music shine. Tune in and take your productions to the next level with Inside the Recording Studio! ✨

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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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  • Revisiting Old Mixes: A Thrilling Journey through Nostalgia and Innovation



    Chris and Jody take a stroll down mixing memory lane. Talking about revisiting old mixes. The Who, what, where, when and why you would ever, ever, want to do this. There’s a portion talking about bringing old formats into the new DAW realm as well. Are there benefits to doing this stuff? Or is it all a giant waste of time? Find out.

  • Chris And Jody Explore Dolby Atmos Mixing, The Future Of Music?



    Chris and Jody dive into the concept of mixing music in Atmos, Dolby Atmos that is. What does it entail? Is it feasible? Will it be a game changer for the music industry? Who is already supporting it? It’s all in here, plus our weekly Friday Finds!

  • Tuesday Tip: Your Headphones Are Lying to You


    In this video, Chris shows some examples of how ‘hyped’ most headphones are, and how using Sonarworks Reference can help you make more informed decisions when you’re mixing.

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