Achieving Mix Separation: How to Create Clarity Without Losing Energy

Achieving Mix Separation: How to Create Clarity Without Losing Energy

Getting separation in your mix isn’t about pulling instruments apart—it’s about giving them space to breathe. In this week’s Inside the Recording Studio, Chris & Jody break down the art and science of separation, revealing how clarity and cohesion can live in perfect balance.

They unpack why separation matters, when it’s essential, and how to achieve it without flattening your mix or losing energy. From classic EQ carving and stereo panning to dynamic range control and subtle ambience tricks, you’ll walk away with practical recording setup tips you can use in any environment—whether you’re crafting tracks with modest home studio gear or mixing in a world-class room.

Hear real-world “road warrior” stories where chaotic sessions were rescued through clever problem-solving. Learn how to manage frequency masking, where low-end instruments fight for the same space, and why sometimes too muchseparation can strip away the glue that makes a song feel alive.

Chris & Jody dig into the psychology of sonic space—why our ears crave balance—and show how separation can guide emotion, groove, and impact. Naturally, there’s humor sprinkled throughout (don’t worry, no actual divorces took place while making this episode).

They finish strong with their fan-favorite Friday Finds, spotlighting the latest plugins, monitoring tools, and workflow hacks to keep your mixes sharp and inspired.

If your songs sound muddy, crowded, or like your guitar player’s ego is sitting on top of your vocals, this episode’s your fix. Tune in, take notes, and give every sound its home in the sonic spectrum.

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The LEXICON 480L REVERB UNIT - A Brief History and Deep Dive Of One Of The Most Famous Reverb Units In Music Recording

The LEXICON 480L REVERB UNIT - A Brief History and Deep Dive Of One Of The Most Famous Reverb Units In Music Recording

Chris and Jody do a deep dive into the world of the Lexicon 480L reverb unit. A little history, a dash of uses, and a whole lot of nerd, equals a romp of a look into one of the most famous reverb unit...

31 Joulu 202127min

Create a Presence with Reverb and How To Figure Out The Correct Reverb Time You Need For Your Song

Create a Presence with Reverb and How To Figure Out The Correct Reverb Time You Need For Your Song

eper look at using reverb. We give you the math on how to figure out the milliseconds you need for your reverbs. We also discuss some of the different types of reverbs there are and when we might use ...

24 Joulu 202130min

WHY YOU SHOULD BE BACKING UP YOUR DATA: The Super Un-Sexy World Of Audio Data Backup

WHY YOU SHOULD BE BACKING UP YOUR DATA: The Super Un-Sexy World Of Audio Data Backup

Chris and Jody dive into the super un-sexy world of needing to backup, discussing the pros and cons of various backup methods. Talking about what types of backups they do and how they keep track of th...

17 Joulu 202132min

Advanced Uses of Delay: Why Knowing The Math Makes For Better Delay Mastery

Advanced Uses of Delay: Why Knowing The Math Makes For Better Delay Mastery

Chris and Jody take a deeper look at using delay. We give you the math on how to figure out the milliseconds you need for your delays. We also discuss the different types of delays there are and when ...

10 Joulu 202133min

Eventide Split EQ: Is It Truly Possible To Create A Uniquely New Path In The EQ World?

Eventide Split EQ: Is It Truly Possible To Create A Uniquely New Path In The EQ World?

Chris and Jody take a general dive into the world of Eventide's new Split EQ. This isn't your grandpa's EQ. It's not even your daddy's EQ. This EQ is something else entirely. Is it posing? Is it for r...

3 Joulu 202130min

Chatting with Robert Anthony Navarro: Guitar Player, Producer, Composer, and More!

Chatting with Robert Anthony Navarro: Guitar Player, Producer, Composer, and More!

Part 2 of Chris and Jody sitting down for a chat with guitarist producer extraordinaire, Robert Anthony Navarro. Chances are you've heard his handiwork in video game soundtracks or via TV shows. We go...

26 Marras 202137min

Robert Anthony Navarro: The History of How He Made Music for TV Shows and Commercials

Robert Anthony Navarro: The History of How He Made Music for TV Shows and Commercials

Chris and Jody sit down for a chat with guitarist producer extraordinaire, Robert Anthony Navarro. Chances are you've heard his handiwork in TV soundtracks, Commercials or via Radio. We go in-depth wi...

19 Marras 202137min

How To Deal With Different Types Of Artists

How To Deal With Different Types Of Artists

Chris and Jody discuss the psychological aspects to working with recording artists and studio clients. What are some of the personality types you'll encounter in your day to day routine when operating...

12 Marras 202129min

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