Hanging Out With Chops
From studio sessions to breakfast rituals, from label life to life on the road—this is the real story behind the music. Join a Grammy-winning mix engineer as he shares raw experiences from years inside a major record label, unforgettable tour stories, daily routines, and lessons learned in and out of the studio. Whether you're an artist, audio head, or just love a good story, this podcast keeps it honest, soulful, and grounded in the creative grind.
Hanging Out With Chops
Episode 4: Building a Home Studio – What You Really Need
Episode 4: Building a Home Studio – What You Really Need
This one’s for anyone asking the #1 question I get: “What do I need to start a home studio?” In this episode, I break it all down—from the absolute basics to the high-end gear. We talk computers, interfaces, software, mics (from budget to baller), cables, stands, and everything in between.
I run through popular brands and setups—Pro Tools, Ableton, Shure, Neumann, Telefunken, Apple vs. PC—and explain what matters most when you're just getting started. I also talk about the learning curve that comes with recording at home and how to approach it without feeling overwhelmed.
It all comes down to this:
💡 Put in the effort, and your wallet won’t suffer.
💸 Skip the effort, and your setup’s gonna cost you.
Whether you're dreaming of a bedroom rig or a full-blown production room, this episode is your honest blueprint to getting started without getting lost.
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📡 Music in this episode created using Suno AI and my own twisted imagination.
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