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Recording LoungeEpisode 142: Processing On The Way InIn this episode Kendal shares some thoughts on processing sounds on the way in while tracking2021-09-051h 16Recording LoungeEpisode 126: Am I A Gear Snob?On today's episode, we tackle the question "Is Kendal a Gear Snob?" And if so, why?2020-09-1126 minRecording LoungeEpisode 114: Top 10 Guitar and Bass ToolsIN HONOR of 10 years of RL, we count down Kendal's top 10 guitar and bass studio tools!2019-04-121h 13
Working Class AudioWCA #187 with Kendal OsborneWorking Class Audio #187 with Kendal Osborne!!! Kendal Osborne is an audio engineer, mixer, producer, and musician out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He owns and operates The Closet Studios and has done so since 2007. Kendal regularly records with artists from Oklahoma and the surrounding states, but has mixed songs from artists around the world. He also teaches two part-time night classes at Tulsa Technology Center (a vocational school in Tulsa) about recording, and is the host of the Recording Lounge Podcast. Aside from the studio, Kendal enjoys reading, woodworking, and spending time with his wife, Audra. After m...2018-07-1642 min
Working Class AudioWCA #187 with Kendal OsborneWorking Class Audio #187 with Kendal Osborne!!! Kendal Osborne is an audio engineer, mixer, producer, and musician out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He owns and operates The Closet Studios and has done so since 2007. Kendal regularly records with artists from Oklahoma and the surrounding states, but has mixed songs from artists around the world. He also teaches two part-time night classes at Tulsa Technology Center (a vocational school in Tulsa) about recording, and is the host of the Recording Lounge Podcast. Aside from the studio, Kendal enjoys reading, woodworking, and spending time with his wife, Audra. After marrying in 2012, t...2018-07-1542 minRecording LoungeEpisode 94: Philip Graham - Ear Trumpet LabsIn this episode, we interview Philip Graham from Ear Trumpet Labs, a tinkerer, music lover, and microphone maker.2016-10-011h 19Recording LoungeEpisode 93: Drum Mixing 303This episode is a 2016 update of "Drum Mixing" - also includes a lot of thoughts about the recording of these drums.2016-09-011h 11Recording LoungeEpisode 92: RecordingLoungePodcast.com!INTRODUCING - RecordingLoungePodcast.com2016-08-3005 minRecording LoungeEpisode 91: Understanding WIDTHThis episode is all about understanding WIDTH in a mix, from the songwriting to the arrangement, to the engineering decisions, all the way to the final mix and master.2016-08-2849 minRecording LoungeEpisode 90: Ethan Winer InterviewIn this special interview, we talk with Ethan Winer from Realtraps / author of The Audio Expert.2016-07-181h 17Recording LoungeEpisode 89: How to Make Loud Recordings!This episode talks about techniques for recording and mixing with loudness in mind.2016-06-171h 26Recording LoungeEpisode 88: Let's Mix & Master FAQThis is a follow-up show to our 3 part series on mixing and mastering where we talk about Frequently asked questions about these episodes2016-06-1758 minRecording LoungeEpisode 87: Let's Mix & Master a Song-PT3This is the final installment in our "Let's Mix and Master a Song" series with Cavern Company's "Dancing in the Dark"2016-05-081h 47Recording LoungeEpisode 86: Let's Mix & Master a Song-PT2Today we're continuing in our series "Let's Mix and Master a Song" with Cavern Company's "Dancing in the Dark"2016-04-101h 35Recording LoungeEpisode 85: Support RL on Patreon!I created a Patreon page for those of you wanting to support the podcast.2016-04-0407 minRecording LoungeEpisode 84: Let's Mix & Master a Song-PT1This is the first episode of a 3 part series called "Let's Mix and Master a Song" where we take a recording from a podcast listener and mix it and master it start to finish!2016-03-301h 54Recording LoungeEpisode 83: How to Listen to Your SpeakersThis episode discusses various techniques, thoughts, and tips for understanding how, why, and when to listen to your monitors.2016-02-1942 minRecording LoungeEpisode 82: Why So Much Low End???This episode asks the difficult question "why do we have so much low end buildup?" and poses potential reasons and solutions2016-01-161h 01Recording LoungeEpisode 81: 5 Big Production MistakesThis episode talks about 5 common production mistakes and some considerations about fixing them.2015-12-0652 minRecording LoungeEpisode 80: FALL/WINTER 2015 UPDATES!Giving some updates for Fall/Winter 20152015-11-0208 minRecording LoungeEpisode 79: Top Mix Mistakes and How to Fix ThemThis episode talks about the Top 10 Mix Mistakes and How to Fix them!2015-10-261h 20Recording LoungeEpisode 78: Compression 101This is it! Finally the show you've been waiting for: All about compression!2015-08-071h 37Recording LoungeEpisode 77: How to Get BetterThis episode deals with the topic of "How Do I Get Better at Audio Engineering / Mixing?"2015-08-0342 minRecording LoungeEpisode 76: Improve Your Workflow!This show talks about the top 10 ways to improve your workflow in your studio!2015-06-281h 07Recording LoungeEpisode 75: What Musicians Need to Know in the Studio Pt2Today is part 2 of our "30 Things Musicians Need to Know in the Studio"2015-05-3132 minRecording LoungeEpisode 74: What Musicians Need To Know in the Studio Pt. 1This podcast explores 15 / 30 things that all musicians should know in the studio!2015-04-2544 minRecording LoungeEpisode 73: Reverbs, Delays, Depth, Space, and Effects in a Modern MixIn this episode we explore the inner workings of a mix and talk about the many ways to use reverbs and delays (as well as just good engineering) to achieve depth and space in a mix.2015-02-181h 19Recording LoungeEpisode 72: Mixing and Mastering for Vinyl (Plus Some Info and Updates)On this show, I give some updates about some new things as well as talk about mastering and mixing for vinyl release.2015-02-1835 minRecording LoungeEpisode 71: Top 10 Studio Essentials $1000 or LessThis week we're talking gear! Top 10 Studio Essentials $1000 or Less2015-01-3043 minRecording LoungeEpisode 70: Top 10 Studio Essentials $500 or LessThis week we're talking gear! Top 10 Studio Essentials $500 or Less2015-01-3036 minRecording LoungeEpisode 69: Top 10 Studio Essentials $100 or LessThis week we're talking gear! Top ten studio essentials $100 or Less2015-01-3032 minRecording LoungeEpisode 68: Diary of a Live SessionThis week explores the ins and outs of recording a band live2014-12-2054 minRecording LoungeEpisode 67: Vocal Session Prep / RecordingThis episode discusses techniques for getting the best possible vocal performance.2014-10-3144 minRecording LoungeEpisode 66: Bare Wall vs. Absorber vs. Diffuser EXAMPLEQuick show with audio examples about Bare Wall vs. Diffuser vs. Absorber2014-09-1317 minRecording LoungeEpisode 65: Updates, Mailing List, and other InfoJust a quick update2014-09-0309 minRecording LoungeEpisode 64: ADDENDUM toSome additional info about gain staging, new developments in my process.2014-09-0218 minRecording LoungeEpisode 63: Getting the Vocal Right EARLYThis episode talks about the importance of getting the vocal right from the start, getting it right in the mix, and making sense of emotion and delivery.2014-08-3155 minRecording LoungeEpisode 62: Dealing with OVER-Dynamic VocalistsThis episode talks about dealing with singers that are super dynamic - which is great - but a pain to record and mix!2014-08-2831 minRecording LoungeEpisode 61: Q&A with...YOU!On this episode I answer some questions from our listeners.2014-06-301h 09Recording LoungeEpisode 60: Recording Acoustic and Vocals TogetherThis episode discusses some options regarding the recording of acoustic guitar and vocals at the same time - methods, tips, tricks, techniques.2014-05-0932 minRecording LoungeEpisode 59: 3 Mics for Guitar SoundsExplores the options of dynamic, ribbon, and condenser mics for electric guitar.2014-05-0729 minRecording LoungeEpisode 58: Getting the Top End Right (And Other EQ Thoughts)Some musing over the infamous "Top End" we hear in our favorite records.2014-04-0541 minRecording LoungeEpisode 57: QUICK TIP - More Room SoundsHere's a quick show about room treatments and what they can do for decay time / tone of a room. Does your room sound good untreated?2014-03-0816 minRecording LoungeEpisode 56: Room Acoustics MisconceptionsThis show talks a little bit about common misconceptions and myths about acoustic treatment, and products that have certain purposes.2014-02-2830 minRecording LoungeEpisode 55: QUICK TIP - Hearing Room SoundsQuick Test of The Sound of Different Rooms2014-02-2807 minRecording LoungeEpisode 54: MIXING TOP 10This show counts down the top 10 things you can do to improve your mixing.2014-02-2744 minRecording LoungeEpisode 53: ENGINEERING TOP 10This show talks about the top 10 things that can improve your engineering2014-02-0133 minRecording LoungeEpisode 52: Guitar Recording LogisticsHow to best get your guitar signal from point A to Point B!2014-01-1736 minRecording LoungeEpisode 51: Let's Mix and Master a Song! Pt3Part 3 of "Let's Mix and Master a Song" - featuring "Gold in these Hills" from Mark Pierce2013-10-3129 minRecording LoungeEpisode 50: Let's Mix and Master a Song! Pt2Part 2 of "Let's Mix and Master a Song" - featuring "Gold in these Hills" by Mark Pierce2013-10-3155 minRecording LoungeEpisode 49: Let's Mix and Master a Song! Pt1On this show we take you through a mix and master of "Gold in these Hills" by Mark Pierce. Check him out over at MarkPierceMusic.com2013-10-3155 minRecording LoungeEpisode 48: Garrett Haines, Mastering Engineer Pt2Part 2 of our interview with Garrett Haines Treelady Studios.2013-10-3151 minRecording LoungeEpisode 47: Garrett Haines, Mastering Engineer - Pt1This is part 1 of our interview with Garrett Haines, chief mastering engineer over at Treelady Studios2013-10-081h 03Recording LoungeEpisode 46: Drum Recording 202 with Audio!All about drum recording - Setup, Drum choice, cymbal choice, tuning, mic setup, pre setup, EQ, compression, listening for issues, and more.2013-08-211h 12Recording LoungeEpisode 45: Why Ribbon Mics RockA quick show about ribbon mics2013-08-1928 minRecording LoungeEpisode 44: Guitar Layering 101Layering Guitars for Dummies!2013-07-201h 00Recording LoungeEpisode 43: Book Announcement and InfoMy Book is available in PDF! More formats coming very soon.2013-06-0308 minRecording LoungeEpisode 42: Backing Vocals, Delays, and MoreThis show talks about how to record, edit, correct, and mix backing vocals, plus some extra stuff about delays.2013-04-1247 minRecording LoungeEpisode 41: FX SetupThis show talks about setting up your effects for mixing.2013-02-2819 minRecording LoungeEpisode 40: How to Start a MixThis episode talks about how to start a mix!2013-02-0737 minRecording LoungeEpisode 39: Recording and Mixing Bass w. Audio Demos!Hey friends, this show talks about how to set up, restring, record, and mix your bass to its fullest potential!2013-01-0253 minRecording LoungeEpisode 38: EQ Method(ology)"How" to Eq?2012-11-2925 minRecording LoungeEpisode 37: Brian Deck Interview Part 2Part 2 of our interview with Mixer/Producer/Engineer Brian Deck2012-10-2943 minRecording LoungeEpisode 36: Reference Mixes and Reference MonitorsThis show talks about the importance of reference mixes and reference monitor systems!2012-09-0343 minRecording LoungeEpisode 35: Brian Deck Interview, Pt1Today we talk to producer, engineer, mixer Brian Deck.2012-08-1051 minRecording LoungeEpisode 34: My Book! Info, questions, ideasThis is a quick plug for my book, "Three dimensional Mixing" that should be coming out at the end of August.2012-07-2507 minRecording LoungeEpisode 33: QUICK TIP - Recording Piano with Two MicsThis is a quick tip about recording piano with two microphones.2012-06-2712 minRecording LoungeEpisode 32: Studio Business 101Some basic business principles for studio operations!2012-06-2246 minRecording LoungeEpisode 31: Clean Up Your Mix!On this episode we're talking about ways to clean up the mix from the start.2012-04-2750 minRecording LoungeEpisode 30: QUICK TIP - Different Gear?This quick tip answers the question "Why do we need different mics and preamps to get good sounds?"2012-04-0211 minRecording LoungeEpisode 29: Acoustic Guitar Recording w/ Audio ExamplesOn this show we talk about methods of recording acoustic guitar.2012-03-0342 minRecording LoungeEpisode 28: QUICK TIP - Short DelaysThis is a recording lounge QUICK TIP about using short delays for vocals to get depth.2012-02-1207 minRecording LoungeEpisode 27: Session Playing Interview Series - 4 of 4 - ELECTRIC GUITARThis show talks about playing electric guitar for the studio and for the stage!2012-02-0340 minRecording LoungeEpisode 26: Session Playing Interview Series - 3 of 4 - KEYBOARDSThis show we talk with Ross, my session keys/piano/organ/synth player, and also a good friend and recording engineer.2012-01-2727 minRecording LoungeEpisode 25: Session Playing Interview Series - 2 of 4 - BASS GUITARToday we talk with session bassist Les Hodge about playing drums in the studio.2012-01-2636 minRecording LoungeEpisode 24: Session Playing Interview Series - 1 of 4 - DRUMSThis is a four part series about playing in the studio. First is a phone interview with session drummer Josh Roach.2012-01-2344 min
Recording LoungeEpisode 23: Fitting it in the Mix - EQ/Comp/Delay/VerbThis show talks about getting things to fit in the mix using EQ, verb, delay, and compression.2011-12-2039 minRecording LoungeEpisode 22: Drum Recording w. ExampleThis show is all about my drum recording setup on a typical rock session. Hopefully this gives you some ideas to play with so you can form your own personal techniques2011-12-0832 minRecording LoungeEpisode 21: Project vs. Professional StudiosThis show talks different types of studios and how they operate!2011-11-2345 minRecording LoungeEpisode 20: Make Exciting Mixes!This show talks about how to make your mixes more exciting by understanding how songs work!2011-10-2839 minRecording LoungeEpisode 19: The 8 Steps to Better Engineering + Plugin ReviewThis show talks about 8 proven steps to better microphone technique and engineering, and then we review the Waves CLA Classic Compressors Bundle.2011-09-3045 minRecording LoungeEpisode 18: Panning and LCR MixingThis show talks about panning and the stereo image2011-08-2635 minRecording LoungeEpisode 17: Mark Endert Interview Part II of IIFantastic interview (part 2) with Mixer, Engineer, Producer, etc. Mark Endert. Credits include Gavin Degraw, Madonna, Fiona Apple, Maroon 5, Green River Ordinance, Train, and many many more!2011-07-2956 minRecording LoungeEpisode 16: The Master Bus - EQ/Comp/Limiting?This show talks about the master bus. What\'s on it, what\'s not on it, when to use compression, when to use EQ, and why we dont limit!2011-06-2950 minRecording LoungeEpisode 15: Mark Endert Interview Part I of IIFantastic interview (part 1) with Mixer, Engineer, Producer, etc. Mark Endert. Credits include Gavin Degraw, Madonna, Fiona Apple, Maroon 5, Green River Ordinance, Train, and many many more!2011-05-2638 minRecording LoungeEpisode 14: Drum Mixing 202 With Audio Examples!This is a follow-up show to the last show on drum mixing.2011-05-0454 minRecording LoungeEpisode 13: Drum Mixing 101 with Audio Examples!This show is all about drum mixing!2011-04-2047 minRecording LoungeEpisode 12: The Pre/EQ/Comp Chain - In DepthThis show talks about the preamp/eq/compressor/more eq chain.2011-04-1130 minRecording LoungeEpisode 11: Hiss, Buzz, and Hum - Friend or Foe?This show talks about creative use of hiss, buzz, and hum!2011-02-2200 minRecording LoungeEpisode 10: Spending Money on Your StudioThis show tackles the ever difficult task of spending money. ON WHAT SHOULD I SPEND MY MONEY? Its a very difficult question with so many areas to cover...2011-01-1328 minRecording LoungeEpisode 9: Problems in the Project StudioThis episode talks about diagnosing common problems in the project studio that keep your recordings from sounding great.2010-11-2855 minRecording LoungeEpisode 8: Work-flow in Audio ProductionThis episode talks about an example work-flow of how to produce a song from start to finish!2010-11-0959 minRecording LoungeEpisode 7: Getting Good Guitar ToneThis episode deals with getting good guitar tone, specifically electric guitar tone. We can't tell you much more than to get a tube amp and let it sing!2010-07-2422 minRecording LoungeEpisode 6: Live in the Studio - plus - Reason Bambino Amp ReviewIn this episode, we talk about recording live in the studio...pros and cons. Also, an amp review from my new Reason Bambino.2010-03-3033 minRecording LoungeEpisode 5: Mixing With Computer Speakers: The New NS10?This episode goes into talking about the classic NS10 monitors and trying to find new alternatives to a classic solution for translatable mixes.2010-03-0528 minRecording LoungeEpisode 4: SM57 SHOOTOUT with...Itself?This podcast is all about recording Electric guitar with a trusty SM57.2010-02-0822 minRecording LoungeEpisode 3: Starting a Project Studio - Part 3 - Mics, Preamps, and the Signal ChainIn this episode, we talk about microphones, preamps, and the signal path. Opinons on tubes and solid state eletrictronics. For more information, email us at RecordingLoungePodcast@gmail.com or go to RECORDINGLOUNGE.blogspot.com2009-12-2238 minRecording LoungeEpisode 2: Starting a Project Studio - Part 2 - Acoustic Treatment, Monitoring, and Other Stuff!In this episode, we talk about Acoustics, Rooms, Treatment, and Monitoring! For more information, email us at RecordingLoungePodcast@gmail.com or go to RECORDINGLOUNGE.blogspot.com2009-12-1941 minRecording LoungeEpisode 1: Starting a Project Studio - Part 1 - Computers, Daws, Interfaces, and MoreIn this episode, we talk about Computers, DAW software, Interfaces, and More! For more information, email us at RecordingLoungePodcast@gmail.com or go to RECORDINGLOUNGE.blogspot.com2009-11-2434 minRecording LoungeAn Introduction to the Podcast!We introduce the show and talk about WHAT OUR GOALS ARE!2009-11-2200 min