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The independent musician's guide to navigating the dynamic landscape of music production and social media promotion. Our weekly podcast is dedicated to unearthing the best kept secrets and practices behind music production and social media marketing, covering everything you need to get started in the music industry. In each episode, the boys cover the most recent news in gear as well as the latest trends, tips and tricks for using social media to build a community around your music.
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Steinberg is celebrating 30 years of VST by bringing back a collection of its classic early plugins, so we've downloaded them and we're going to see what they're actually like to use today.We'll be demoing the sounds, having a play with the instruments and effects, and talking about what these early VSTs were actually useful for.But rather than just looking at them as pieces of music-production history, we're interested in whether the limitations of these old plugins might actually be interesting today.Do simple instruments make you work differently? Have modern plugins become too complicated? And are there sounds in these early VSTs that we'd still happily use in a track?We'll be putting them through their paces and seeing what still holds up after 30 years of VST.The Synthesis COOP has a new LP out, check it here:https://tscoop.bandcamp.com/album/the-synthesis-co-op-volume-oneThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerCheck out the new release from Sunwarper here:https://sunwarper.bandcamp.com/album/signal-fragmentsJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/kBxXb8pjaSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we're having a bit of a debate about studio upgrades.I'm making the case for moving from the Tascam Model 12 to the Model 16, while Eonlake is going to do his best to convince me that I absolutely don't need it.So we'll be looking at the reasons for upgrading, the reasons for sticking with what you've already got, and whether a bigger, more capable setup actually makes any difference to the way we work.More inputs, less cable swapping, having more of the studio permanently connected, changing the way we mix and work all useful reasons to upgrade, or just very convincing ways of justifying buying another piece of gear?And that's really the bigger question. At what point does a studio upgrade solve a genuine problem, and when are we just buying gear because we fancy something new?We'll put the case forward and see where we end up.What do you think? When is a studio upgrade actually worth it?Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerCheck out the new release from Sunwarper here:https://sunwarper.bandcamp.com/album/signal-fragmentsJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/eCtxzxTrJSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we're taking Ableton Live out of the studio and onto the stage.Ableton can be a sampler, sequencer, mixer, effects rack, instrument, looper and the brains behind an entire live setup. But having all those possibilities doesn't necessarily make for a good performance.We're digging into how Ableton can actually be used live, from Session View and clip launching to controllers, effects, routing, improvisation and the less glamorous question of reliability.How much should be prepared? How much should be improvised? What are we actually performing when the computer is doing so much of the work?Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerCheck out Survey Channel's New Release Here:https://surveychannel.bandcamp.com/album/macrozonesJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/g5ZKQuSdYSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
Community Radio is back.This week we're putting the gear, plugins and production talk to one side and simply talking about music.Each of us has brought along tracks we've been listening to recently. Things we've discovered, rediscovered, become obsessed with, or simply can't stop playing.We'll talk about what grabbed us, where we found it, what we're hearing in the production and why these particular pieces of music have stayed with us.What have you been listening to lately?Join the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/g5ZKQuSdYSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
There are hundreds of reverb plugins available today. So why should anyone care about another one?This week we're exploring RocketVerb by Zak Sound, not just as a plugin demo, but as a starting point for a wider conversation about creativity and sound design.When does a reverb stop being a mixing tool and become an instrument in its own right? Do we really need more reverbs, or are we simply looking for new ways to be inspired?Join us as we put RocketVerb through its paces and discuss the role reverb plays in modern music production.Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerThere's a new compilation out, it deserves your attention:https://music.bonkwave.org/the-four-seasons-of-bonkwave-autumn-waves-2/Join the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/g5ZKQuSdYSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
We're back!After a summer away from the weekly schedule, we're catching up on everything we've been exploring in the studio, the music we've been making, and the lessons we've learned along the way.We're also discussing a significant development from Traxsource and TIDAL, who have both introduced new approaches to identifying AI-generated music. What does this mean for musicians, producers, and the future of digital music platforms?Finally, we're sharing some exciting changes coming to Audionautic in the weeks ahead and giving you a look at the direction we're taking the show.It's great to be back.Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerThere's a new compilation out, it deserves your attention:https://music.bonkwave.org/the-four-seasons-of-bonkwave-autumn-waves-2/Join the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/sDvGEDNBMSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week, we’re talking about the subtle growth that happens over years of making music:the things we’ve quietly improved at without really noticing.From trusting our ears more, to simplifying workflows, finishing tracks more naturally, and becoming more comfortable creatively, this episode is about the small changes that shape us over time as producers and musicians.A more honest conversation about music production, creativity, and the reality of being stuck.Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerThere's a new compilation out, it deserves your attention:https://music.bonkwave.org/the-four-seasons-of-bonkwave-autumn-waves-2/Join the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/KJHkz3b4SSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we revisit the story of Native Instruments following the announcement that the company is being acquired by inMusic.After insolvency proceedings earlier this year, the future of Native Instruments, iZotope, Plugin Alliance and Brainworx appeared uncertain. Now, a new chapter begins.We discuss:What this acquisition means for musiciansThe importance of Native Instruments’ legacyThe growing consolidation of music technology companiesWhether software ecosystems are becoming too important to failThen in our round robin segment:“What’s something you wish someone had told you earlier about music production?”A reflective discussion on growth, mistakes, creativity and the realities of learning to make music over time.Join the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/8FpkdFmx6Sunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we’re diving into the new features in Ableton Live 12.4 with a live demo and discussion.We’ll be exploring:Link Audio for real-time collaboration over local networksImprovements to Stem SeparationUpdates to Erosion, Chorus-Ensemble and DelayThe new Learn View systemWorkflow changes across Push, Move and NoteWe’re less interested in reading release notes and more interested in asking:How useful are these tools in actual music-making situations?Join us as we test features, experiment live, and discuss where Ableton continues to push the platform.There's new music on Triplicate Records, check it out:https://jonnyfallout.bandcamp.com/album/the-subconsciousJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/A5XNK9JFQSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we’re looking at a new update from YouTube that allows creators to replace copyrighted music with AI-generated tracks.On the surface, it solves a real problem. Content stays live, claims are resolved, and the process is faster than ever.But what does this mean if you’re the one making the music?We shift the conversation away from creators and toward musicians, exploring what happens when music becomes something that can be instantly swapped, replaced, and abstracted into “vibe” rather than identity.This isn’t about AI replacing artists. It’s about what happens when there’s no longer a need to engage with them at all.There's New Music on Shady Ridge Records, check it out:https://rsndrone.bandcamp.com/album/perpetuity-1Join the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/A5XNK9JFQ
Not every session works.This week we talk about what actually happens when nothing is clicking in the studio. The moments where ideas don’t land, progress stalls, and you’re left wondering whether to push through or walk away.Do you try to fix it, or start again?Do bad sessions mean something’s wrong, or are they just part of the process?A more honest conversation about music production, creativity, and the reality of being stuck.Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerThis beautiful Compilation Deserves your attention:https://dustopianfrequencies.bandcamp.com/album/celebrating-the-bat-chapter-2-into-the-nightJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/8FpkdFmx6Sunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we sit down after a full month with the MPC Sample to ask a simple question: what actually holds up once the novelty wears off?We compare it directly with the Roland SP-404MKII, exploring workflow, sampling approaches, creative limitations, and how each device shapes the way you make music.This isn’t a spec breakdown. It’s a conversation about lived experience: what feels fast, what feels inspiring, and where friction starts to appear.After that, we move into a round robin discussion:What’s one thing you’d like to unlearn in your DAW workflow?A conversation about habits, defaults, and the things we carry long after they’ve stopped serving us.Join the discussion in our Discord and let us know:MPC or SP? And what are you trying to unlearn?Willebrant has a new EP out, check it here:https://willebrant.bandcamp.com/album/castel-epThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/8FpkdFmx6Sunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we’re taking a deep dive into some of the most underrated free plugins from u-he. We’re exploring Triple Cheese, Podolski, and the Tyrell N6, three very different instruments that cover everything from physical modelling to virtual analog and modular-style synthesis. These plugins have been around for years, but still hold up incredibly well across modern DAWs. We’re putting them to the test, demonstrating their sound, workflow, and asking why tools like these are often overlooked in today’s plugin landscape. Are free plugins being underestimated? Semiotic Ghosts has a new album out, you should check it out: https://cosmicwinnetou.bandcamp.com/album/be-not-entangled-cw74 Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do: Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen Setzepfandt Lars Haur - Audionaut Producer Jonathan Goode - Audionaut Producer Join the conversation: 💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic 📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds 📡Discord: https://discord.gg/ttuPYrcD Sunwarper: https://sunwarper.com Kh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we’re discussing the acquisition of Elektron by Bonnier Capital.Elektron says operations, products, and team structure will remain unchanged, with the goal of supporting long-term growth and expansion. But as we’ve seen across the industry, acquisitions often play out over time rather than immediately.We explore what this could mean for Elektron’s identity, product direction, and community, and whether this is a positive step forward or something to watch closely.Known Artiste has a new Album out, check it here:https://knownartiste.bandcamp.com/album/--21Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/ttuPYrcDSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we’re discussing the growing issue of AI-generated deepfake music on streaming platforms.Sony Music claims to have removed over 135,000 tracks impersonating real artists, with major names already affected. These AI-generated songs are designed to mimic artists and take advantage of attention during release cycles.We unpack what this means for musicians, listeners, and the future of music platforms. Is this just the beginning of a much larger problem?Check out Kh3rtis' new album, 'In the Wake of Light' here:https://kh3rtis.bandcamp.com/album/in-the-wake-of-lightThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/63SkhVZrSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we’re taking a look at the new Akai MPC Sample, a portable standalone sampler that brings the classic MPC workflow into a compact, modern format.With built-in battery, speaker, sampling, sequencing, and performance effects, MPC Sample is designed as an all-in-one creative tool for making music anywhere. But where does it actually sit in today’s landscape?We compare it to devices like the Roland SP-404MKII and Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II, and explore whether this is a serious production tool, a sketchpad, or something in between.Is this the sweet spot for modern beatmaking, or just another box in an already crowded space?Pre-order Kh3rtis' - 'In the Wake of Light' here:https://kh3rtis.bandcamp.com/album/in-the-wake-of-lightThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/uTRbCmCjSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week’s episode is a round robin conversation about the things we overcomplicate in the studio.Kick drums. Arrangement. Mix bus processing. Sound design. Workflow. We all have areas where we spiral — adding layers, tweaking endlessly, chasing perfection, or solving problems that didn’t exist in the first place.We’re unpacking why we do it, when complexity helps, and when it quietly holds us back.Sometimes improving isn’t about learning more. It’s about doing less.Join us for a thoughtful (and slightly confessional) discussion about creative overthinking in music production.Lars has a new single, check it here:https://errorpronerecords.bandcamp.com/album/completely-incoherent-dreamsThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/uTRbCmCjSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
This week we’re exploring the most overrated advice in music production.Not bad advice. Not wrong advice. Just ideas that might be over-repeated, oversimplified, or applied without context.From “use reference tracks” to “you need analog warmth,” “limit yourself,” and “finish everything,” we’re unpacking why certain producer mantras stick — and when they genuinely help versus when they quietly hold us back.Sometimes growth isn’t about new plugins or new gear. It’s about re-examining the creative rules we’ve absorbed along the way.Join us for a round robin conversation about nuance, context, and finding your own working philosophy.Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/uTRbCmCjSunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.comTIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - What We Have Been Up To 07:00 - Band.Codes 18:00 - Good advice/ bad advice 24:00 - Marketing: The Grind 32:00 - 'Perfecting' the studio before your time 36:00 - Following the Crowd 45:00 - 'Knowing' the rules 51:00 - Bangers 62:00 - Promoting like the influencers tell you 72:00 - Reference Tracks
Ableton Live 12.4 is now in public beta, and this update is all about refinement, collaboration, and deeper workflow improvements.This week we break down Link Audio and what real time audio streaming between devices actually means for producers. We also explore the updated Erosion device, improvements to Chorus Ensemble and Delay, refinements to Stem Separation, and the new Learn View that replaces the classic Help panel.Is this a small quality of life update, or does Link Audio quietly change how we collaborate and jam in the studio?Join us as we unpack what matters, what feels incremental, and what could shape the next phase of Live.Stilhed has a new Album on the way, check it out here!https://stilhed.bandcamp.com/album/aeralisThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/FJ3KfCN7Sunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - What we're up to 07:00 - Ableton 12.4: Initial Thoughts 19:00 - Ableton Link Update 33:00 - Plugin Upgrades: Erosion, Chorus Ensemble, Delay 50:00 - Learn View 63:00 - Upgrade Stem Separation 74:00 - Stilhead - Aeralis
There are a few technical difficulties this week, the internet was not our friend. We appreciate your patience :) ____________________________________________________________ This week we’re exploring Strum Plate by Gulf Coast Synthesis, a free MIDI effect that separates what you play from when you play it.Inspired by the touchplate interface of the Omnichord, Strum Plate lets you hold chords with one hand while manually strumming notes into existence using a mouse or pitch wheel. It’s less about precision and more about feel, gesture, and discovering new musical behaviours.Rather than reviewing features, this episode is about experimentation. We’ll be pairing Strum Plate with different synths and sounds, pushing it in unexpected directions, and seeing what kinds of rhythms, textures, and performance ideas emerge along the way.If you’re curious about alternative MIDI workflows, playful sound design tools, or finding inspiration in free plugins, this one’s for you.Check out the Strum Plate Here:https://www.gulfcoastsynthesis.com/strum-plate.htmlLars Haur has a new track out. It's lush, check it here: https://larshaur.bandcamp.com/album/everything-is-wrongThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 audionauticsounds@gmail.com 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/Sunwarper: https://sunwarper.comKh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com
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