Episodes

  • Apple Silicon vs Intel Macs for Playback
    Aug 25 2025

    This week we're talking Apple products. Specifically, the differences between Apple silicon and intel processors, and which one you should consider for playback.

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    21 mins
  • Ableton & Lightkey
    Aug 18 2025

    This week we discuss how to use Ableton with Lightkey. Specifically, using Ableton and MIDI to preprogram your lights for easy recall.

    https://lightkeyapp.com/en

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    25 mins
  • Crash Into MIDI | Solutions For Making MIDI More Stable
    Aug 11 2025

    This week we discuss how to solve issues related to crashing MIDI in our Ableton sessions. Is it cables, adapters, USB hubs? We get into how to diagnose the problem and potential work arounds.

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    18 mins
  • Redundancy and the iConnectivity AUDIO4c
    Aug 4 2025

    On this week's episode, we revisit our favorite topic (redundancy) through the filter of the iConnectivity AUDIO4c, as well as other iConnectivity gear.

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    iConnectivity AUDIO4c

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    19 mins
  • Division of Labor vs Redundancy
    Jul 28 2025

    This week we discuss redundancy (one of our favorites) and a very closely related topic, division of labor.
    What are they?
    Which is more important?
    Is one more expensive than the other?

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    PlayAUDIO1U

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    27 mins
  • What Would You Say That You Do Hear? Part 3 | Tyler Prange
    Jul 21 2025

    We're back with a 2nd episode with our friend, Tyler Prange. Tyler shares some wisdom about getting gigs, meeting people in the industry, and some advice for people trying to get started in the world of playback.

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    37 mins
  • What Would You Say That You Do Here? Part 2 | Tyler Prange
    Jul 14 2025

    This week we're joined by Will's long time friend, former student, and coworker, Tyler Prange. Tyler is a professional, world traveling, playback engineer with a wealth of experience and knowledge to share.

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    41 mins
  • Mac mini or MacBook Pro, Resilio Sync, and Balancing Confidence with Curiosity
    Jul 8 2025

    Join Will for the another solo episode as he answers some rapid-fire IG questions. Topics include deciding which Mac is right for you (mini vs MacBook Pro), using Resilio Sync, and how to be confident while staying curious.

    Check below for links mentioned during the episode.

    YouTube - Part 1

    YouTube - Part 2

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    Mac mini


    Macbook Air


    GL-iNet Router


    Resilio Sync


    AbleSet LTC Display


    LIOBOX

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    23 mins