Recording Lounge

By Kendal Osborne

What's Recording Lounge about?

A podcast about audio engineering, mixing, producing, acoustics, and home recording. Quality content with no fluff, hosted by an audio engineer, for audio engineers.

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Recording Lounge episodes:

03.24.2024
Episode 159: EQ is the Most Deceptively Difficult Thing
In this episode, we take a look at why EQ and tonal balance is arguably the most difficult thing we do in audio.
02.25.2024
Episode 158: Top 15 Existential Crises of Audio Engineers (PART 2)
This episode is Part 2 of our discussion of the "Top 15 Existential Crises of Audio Engineers"
01.31.2024
Episode 157: Top 15 Existential Crises of Audio Engineers (PART 1)
In this episode, we tackle a different kind of "Top" list - this time we're talking about the top existential crises of audio engineers. This is a strange, difficult career path, and many of us face the same hurdles and...
12.27.2023
Episode 156: Noise Wars - A New Hope
In this VERY NOISY SAGA, I'm going to tell the tale of how I reduced the noise in my studio rig over the last 10 years.
11.22.2023
Episode 155: All About DEPTH
On today's episode, we take a "deep dive" into…depth. We look at what makes recordings have good depth, and how you can use the tools of the trade to achieve more depth in your recordings and mixes.
10.15.2023
Episode 154: High Pass Filters - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
On today's episode we're taking a look at High pass filters. When to use them, why to use them, when to avoid them, and how to make sense of it all.
09.20.2023
Episode 153: Recording and Mixing Indie Pop Drums
On today's episode, we're talking about recording and mixing modern indie pop drums!
09.03.2023
Episode 152: Seven Audio Equations You Actually Need to Know
On today's episode, I'm going over Seven Audio Equations that you actually need to know as an audio engineer / producer / mixer.
08.13.2023
Episode 151: Top 10 Engineering Game Changers PART TWO
On today's episode, we continue our discussion on the Top 10 Biggest audio engineering gamechangers in my career!
08.02.2023
Episode 150: Top 10 Engineering Game Changers
In this episode, I go over some of the biggest "game changers" that have helped me level up my skills as an audio engineer.
10.27.2022
Episode 149: The Compatibility of Dreams (feat. Joshua Warren)
On today's episode, we get personal and discuss some of our frustrations and debates about audio engineering as a career path.
08.19.2022
2022 Updates and New RL Discord Server!
Some news, updates, and information about our new RL Discord Server!
02.21.2022
Episode 148: Using Drum Samples Effectively
This episode takes a deep dive into why, when, and how to use drum samples
01.16.2022
Truman Audio Anser WINNER Announced + Updates
Giveaway winner announced plus a few announcements!
12.30.2021
Episode 147: Why, When, and How to Hire An Assistant or Intern
In this episode, we dive deep into the assistant hiring process. Why hire one? What will they do? How does the interview process work? That and more!
12.07.2021
Episode 146: Producer Mindset vs. Studio Owner Mindset
This show examines some of the dilemmas and dichotomies of the producer mindset vs. the studio owner mondset.
11.30.2021
MODIFIED SM7B GIVEAWAY!
Details about the Truman Audio Modified SM7B Giveaway!
11.15.2021
Episode 145: Jason Hall Interview
In this episode we engineer Jason Hall, a Nashville-based engineer with a long list of great credits
10.24.2021
Episode 144: Top 10 Mistakes on Tracks I Get To Mix
In this episode I discuss the most common mistakes I see on tracks I get to mix.
10.07.2021
Episode 143: Headphones and Headphone Systems
In this oft-requested episode, we talk about headphones and headphone systems.
09.05.2021
Episode 142: Processing On The Way In
In this episode Kendal shares some thoughts on processing sounds on the way in while tracking
06.30.2021
Episode 141: The Problem with Tone Words
In this episode, we take a deep dive into "Tone Words" and why they can be a blessing and a curse.
05.30.2021
Episode 140: How The Drum Sound Affects Feel, Groove, and Vibe
In this episode we talk about how the drum sound affects our perception of feel, groove, and vibe.
05.16.2021
Episode 139: Dealing With Computer Problems
In this episode, I share some tips about dealing with computer problems with they inevitably arise.
04.25.2021
Episode 138: The Brightness War
In this episode we discuss "why are modern mixes so bright?"
03.30.2021
Episode 137: 10 Good Studio Maintenance Habits
In This Episode We Talk About 10 Good Studio Maintenance Habits to Get into, which will help keep your studio in top shape.
03.19.2021
Episode 136: Dealing With Harsh Guitar Harmonics
In this episode we talk about dealing with harsh guitar harmonics. Where they come from, why they exist, and how to handle them.
02.23.2021
Episode 135: The Transient Life Cycle
In this Episode We talk about saturation, analog gear, and transients.
01.31.2021
Episode 134: Should I Saturate Everything On the Way In?
In this episode we talk about the philosophy of saturating EVERYTHING in your production. Yay or Nay?
01.18.2021
Episode 133: Why You Should Learn Soldering
In this episode I talk about some of the basics of soldering and why it's such an important skill for studio people to have.
12.31.2020
Episode 132: Things I Used to Believe - Part 2
In this episode, I talk about more audio beliefs that I used to have, but have since changed my mind.
12.06.2020
Episode 131: Things I Used to Believe - Part 1
In this episode, I talk about some audio beliefs that I used to have, but have since changed my mind.
11.22.2020
Episode 130: Amazing Digital Plugins
In today's episode, we go over some of the amazing digital tools that we have available to us. Sometimes it's best to let analog be analog and let digital be digital.
10.30.2020
Episode 129: Microphones 101 - Part 3
In today's episode, we're talking about myths and misconceptions about microphones.
10.15.2020
Episode 128: Microphones 101 - Part 2
In todays episode, we cover the 3 main types of microphones, how they work, and how to use them in your studio.
09.27.2020
Episode 127: Microphones 101 - Part 1
On this episode, we begin a three part series all about microphones. We're starting with a brief history of microphones and then we'll discuss the basics of how microphones work.
09.11.2020
Episode 126: Am I A Gear Snob?
On today's episode, we tackle the question "Is Kendal a Gear Snob?" And if so, why?
08.27.2020
UPDATE: Patreon Supporter Rewards!
RL Quick Tip episodes are now Patreon Exclusives - go to Patreon.com/RecordingLounge to become a supporter!
08.18.2020
Episode 125: Listener Question on Amp Sims
On today's episode, we talk briefly about my thoughts on the state of amp simulators in 2020.
07.28.2020
Episode 124: Latency 101
Today's episode looks at all things LATENCY.
07.27.2020
Episode 123: Essential Gear for Studio Owners
On Today's Episode, we're talking about some of the most essential gear that studios need to have available for clients to use.
06.25.2020
Episode 122: 3 Tips on Saturation
On Today's Episode, I go over a few tips about saturation. These are things often misunderstood!
05.03.2020
Episode 121: Top 10 FAQ About Mixing
On Today's Episode we tackle some of the most frequently asked questions about mixing!
04.15.2020
RL Livestream Announcement
Let's Mix and Master a Song LIVE on Youtube, plus more Spring 2020 Updates
04.09.2020
Episode 120: Top 10 FAQ about Studio Business, Career, and Industry
In today's episode, we're answering your questions about studio business, career paths, and working in the music industry.
04.08.2020
Episode 119: Tracking with Compression
In today’s episode, we’re talking a little bit about recording using analog compressors. General tips, tricks, and ideas for you to consider.
02.18.2020
Episode 118: Top 10 FAQ About Recording or Producing
In today’s episode, we’re tackling some of the most frequently asked questions I get about recording or producing. There are so many questions I get from podcast listeners and interns and whatnot, I figured I would break down some of the most commo
01.15.2020
Episode 117: Alex Oana of AudioTestKitchen Interview
Hello Loungers - today we're interviewing Alex Oana of Audio Test Kitchen. This is a super cool comparison website that I have a lot of faith in. Great interview!
10.19.2019
Episode 116: Top 10 Noob Mistakes
This episode explores the Top 10 NOOB MISTAKES that I see made over and over again. Don't let it happen to you!
05.01.2019
Episode 115: Top 10 Studio Tools
In the final installment in our series, we're talking about my Top 10 Favorite Studio Tools

What's Recording Lounge about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Recording Lounge episodes:

Episode 159: EQ is the Most Deceptively Difficult Thing

Episode 158: Top 15 Existential Crises of Audio Engineers (PART 2)

Episode 157: Top 15 Existential Crises of Audio Engineers (PART 1)

Episode 156: Noise Wars - A New Hope

Episode 155: All About DEPTH

Episode 154: High Pass Filters - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Episode 153: Recording and Mixing Indie Pop Drums

Episode 152: Seven Audio Equations You Actually Need to Know

Episode 151: Top 10 Engineering Game Changers PART TWO

Episode 150: Top 10 Engineering Game Changers

Episode 149: The Compatibility of Dreams (feat. Joshua Warren)

2022 Updates and New RL Discord Server!

Episode 148: Using Drum Samples Effectively

Truman Audio Anser WINNER Announced + Updates

Episode 147: Why, When, and How to Hire An Assistant or Intern

Episode 146: Producer Mindset vs. Studio Owner Mindset

MODIFIED SM7B GIVEAWAY!

Episode 145: Jason Hall Interview

Episode 144: Top 10 Mistakes on Tracks I Get To Mix

Episode 143: Headphones and Headphone Systems

Episode 142: Processing On The Way In

Episode 141: The Problem with Tone Words

Episode 140: How The Drum Sound Affects Feel, Groove, and Vibe

Episode 139: Dealing With Computer Problems

Episode 138: The Brightness War

Episode 137: 10 Good Studio Maintenance Habits

Episode 136: Dealing With Harsh Guitar Harmonics

Episode 135: The Transient Life Cycle

Episode 134: Should I Saturate Everything On the Way In?

Episode 133: Why You Should Learn Soldering

Episode 132: Things I Used to Believe - Part 2

Episode 131: Things I Used to Believe - Part 1

Episode 130: Amazing Digital Plugins

Episode 129: Microphones 101 - Part 3

Episode 128: Microphones 101 - Part 2

Episode 127: Microphones 101 - Part 1

Episode 126: Am I A Gear Snob?

UPDATE: Patreon Supporter Rewards!

Episode 125: Listener Question on Amp Sims

Episode 124: Latency 101

Episode 123: Essential Gear for Studio Owners

Episode 122: 3 Tips on Saturation

Episode 121: Top 10 FAQ About Mixing

RL Livestream Announcement

Episode 120: Top 10 FAQ about Studio Business, Career, and Industry

Episode 119: Tracking with Compression

Episode 118: Top 10 FAQ About Recording or Producing

Episode 117: Alex Oana of AudioTestKitchen Interview

Episode 116: Top 10 Noob Mistakes

Episode 115: Top 10 Studio Tools