In this episode of the StudioNerds Podcast we talk about how almost every bedroom producer leans on plugin. But what if that's holding you back? In this episode, We sit down with Austin Sexton to break down what producers are really missing and some techniques and tricks for specific genres. We’re talking feel, performance, and the secret sauce that separates tracks from records. Let’s find out.

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In this episode of the StudioNerds Podcast, we dive into the uncomfortable truth about your plugin folder. Why are so many plugin companies still pushing 2015 tech in a 2025 world? Are we stuck using the same sounds with prettier UIs, or is real innovation finally on the way?

Let’s break down who's evolving, and who's coasting.

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On this episode of the StudioNerds Podcast, we sit down with CURTISS KING and IMAN OMARI to dive deep into the power of using FL Studio as your entire creative hub. No Pro Tools. No Logic. Just straight one DAW. Is it possible? What is it like being a content creator and artist? Let’s find out.

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In this video, I just wanted to share a few of the most slept-on plugins I’ve come across heading into 2025. These aren’t the flashy ones you see in every tutorial, but they’ve definitely been sneaking into my sessions more and more. From Speccraft, to black box Eq there are alot of new kids on the block

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In this episode, I sit down with Brycen to uncover the surprising truths about setting up your home studio the right way. From budget-friendly gear choices to overlooked mistakes that can ruin your sound, we break down everything you didn’t know you needed to know about building your creative space as well as stories behind some of your favorite engineers studio builds? Lets find out.

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In this episode the guys discuss the the ask the question Will BANDLAB Challenge FL Studio One Day? Is getting users to use your DAW when theyre young the most powerful way to ensure mass user growth? Are plugins in different countries in different languages? Is The LS 208 the new workforce mic of our generation? Is transitioning from recording engineer to mix engineer difficult? Lets find out.

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In this episode the guys talk with Cyrus Nois Taghipour whose mixed songs for SZA, KENDRICK LAMAR, RODDY RICCH, SUMMER WALKER and many more? Is 2 track mixing harder than having all the stems to mix? Is analog mixing unmatched to in the box mixing from Nois perspective? Is the SSL G the best of the ssl consoles? Is gain staging the most overlooked facet of mixing?  Lets find out 

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In this episode the guys talk about the big mistake people make when sending stems to clients? Is FL studio actually the best when it comes to sending stems? What is the purpose of current FL Studio? Does pro tools have the best features for stems? How should we bounce stems that are going through a drum bus? Lets find out 

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How Usher’s Super Bowl Performance Was Recorded with Nick Anderson and a ton of talented individuals including the Avila brothers and Manny Marroquin. When running protools for the super bowl did the track count hit over 500? How is the super bowl mixed by Manny Morroquin? Did they use different preamps for different sets of synths, drums etc? How was Ushers superbowl set list created with the Avila Brothers?Lets find out 

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What is the best audio plugins subscriptions Of 2025? Was it waves audio, UAD, native instruments , Output? Should avid have more in their offering for their subscriptions? Are subscriptions advantageous to someone new coming into audio? Would you pay for a fabfilter subscription? Lets find out 

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