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63: Tips for Writing Better Lyrics (and Better Songs!)
The guys talk to R&B singer/songwriter Sayana about writing better lyrics, managing song ideas and how to craft songs that connect with people
Bonus: Review of Flare Audio Ear Inserts
The guys talk about their experiences using the Flare Audio Calmer, EARHD 90 and EARHD 360 products.
62: Can You Trust What You’re Hearing? (Davies Roberts – Flare Audio)
The guys chat with the founder of Flare Audio about resonances in speakers, headphones and in our actual ears that negatively affect how we perceive sound and music.
68: Reverb, EQ, Stereo and Other Boozy Q&A
The guys answer questions from around the internet and dish out bite-size opinions masquerading as wisdom
67: Getting the Absolute Most out of Your Guitar Recordings
The guys listen to and talk about Vadim’s latest guitar DI signal chain adventures. Some of these tests really surprised us.
66: Dynamics Part 2: How to Use a Compressor (and Why!)
The guys continue their discussion on dynamics – focusing on why you may want to use compression on a source and how to go about setting one up
65: Dynamics Pt 1: What are “Dynamics” and Why Do We Care?
The guys talk about audio dynamics and the common tools used to control them (compressors, expanders, limiters, etc.,) – including why and when we may care about dynamics
64: DI Deep Dive and Shootout
The guys talk about different types of DIs, their different use cases, and why certain DIs may have have a positive effect on your tone….or will they?