Saturation vs. Distortion: How to Enhance Your Mix With Grit

What exactly is the difference between stems and multitrack files—and why does it matter when you're sending a session out into the world? In this knowledge-packed episode of Inside the Recording Stud...

11 Apr 202538min

Shiny New Gear: When to Use It & When to Hold Back We’ve all been there: You finally get your hands on that shiny new plugin, synth, or piece of outboard gear, and suddenly… you want to use it on ever...

4 Apr 202533min

Dialing in the Low End: EQ Secrets for a Better Bass Mix When it comes to crafting a solid, powerful mix, few things are more important—or more misunderstood—than EQ'ing your bass tracks. It's the hea...

28 Mar 202532min

Getting the perfect vocal take isn’t just about talent—it’s about technique, positioning, and knowing how to work the mic. Whether you're tracking in a pro studio or recording in a DIY setup, mic dist...

21 Mar 202531min

Chris and Jody wade into the murky depths of audio masking—a sneaky culprit that can turn your mix into a muddy mess. If your instruments are fighting for attention and your mix feels cluttered, this ...

14 Mar 202533min

Ready to settle the score between drum programming and live drums? In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chris and Jody dive deep into the pros, cons, and surprising secrets of both worlds. ...

7 Mar 202536min

In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chris and Jody dive headfirst into the art (and occasional disaster) of layering similar instruments in a mix. When done right, layering can add depth, ...

28 Feb 202531min

In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chris and Jody take on a critical piece of every mix—the kick drum. Whether you want deep, chest-thumping lows or a sharp, defined attack, EQ is the key...

21 Feb 202530min