Steve Ouimette Interview: From Guitar Hero Riffs to Studio Secrets
What do Guitar Hero, blockbuster video game soundtracks, and a stack of epic TV scores all have in common? The unmistakable sound of Steve Ouimette. In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chr...
19 Sep 202545min
Understanding Pan Laws: The Hidden Factor in Your Mixes
On the surface, panning and pan laws might sound like the driest topic in the world—but if you care about making mixes that translate everywhere, you can’t afford to ignore them. In this episode of In...
12 Sep 202534min
The Truth About Gear Addiction: Do You Really Need All Those Plugins?
Confession time: how many compressor plugins do you actually need? One? Two? Six? Let’s be real—you probably have a “go-to” compressor and five others you bought during a flash sale because someone on...
5 Sep 202532min
Saturation vs. Distortion: How to Enhance Your Mix With Grit
Who says distortion is just for shredders in leather pants? This week, Chris & Jody are here to spill the beans on how creative distortion in mixing can spice up any track. Think of it like hot sauce:...
29 Aug 202536min
MainStage Secrets: Hidden Features in Studio Gear You Need to Know
Apple’s MainStage is more than a shiny logo—it’s a performance powerhouse. In this episode, Chris & Jody break down why MainStage is the unsung hero of live rigs and home studio gear alike. From navig...
22 Aug 202535min
Life Behind the Kit: Christopher Allis on Being a Career Drummer
What’s it really like to make a living behind a drum kit? Chris & Jody corner Christopher Allis and get the dirt—from his first bash at the skins to rubbing shoulders (and sticks) with big-name acts. ...
15 Aug 20251h 10min
Sculpting Silence: Side-Chaining Secrets from Inside the Recording Studio
Duck. Breathe. Pulse. Repeat. The beat hits, and everything else steps aside. In this episode, Chris & Jody journey into the hidden choreography of sound—where one signal controls another, and side-ch...
8 Aug 202528min
How to Use Reference Mixes to Instantly Improve Your Mixing
Referencing Your Way to a Better Mix In this episode of Inside the Recording Studio, Chris and Jody break down the power of reference mixes—why they’re essential tools for mixers and how to use them e...
1 Aug 202531min
