Chris & Jody return with the second half of their deep-dive conversation with drummer Christopher Allis—and this one digs even deeper into the rhythms of a working pro. From memorable live gigs to studio sessions where precision matters most, Christopher shares the lessons, mistakes, and magic that only years in the business can teach. You’ll hear how he balances life on the road with creativity in the studio, plus candid reflections on the artists he’s collaborated with along the way. Whether you’re chasing inspiration for your own playing, looking for recording setup tips, or just fascinated by the mindset of a career drummer, this episode delivers groove, wisdom, and a few unexpected gems. Don’t miss the finale of this two-part journey into the heartbeat of a working musician.
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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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