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Sep 18, 2026

The Absolute Sound Podcast

Cambridge Audio L/R S Active Desktop Speaker Review

Sep 18 · 2 Mentions

John QuainHOST

4:51

I mentioned that there were a couple of features that they're lacking.

John QuainHOST

4:54

One of them is there's no HDMI port, so if you're thinking about a dorm room situation and you wanted to set it up with a television, lacking that HDMI port is going to be a drawback also there's no wi-fi support on these speakers so that means they also can't take advantage of the cambridge audio smartphone app which requires wi-fi in this case nevertheless you can obviously connect them wirelessly over bluetooth and they support aptx the hd specifications so you'll get decent streaming sound out of these from sources like that if you want higher resolution though you'll have to plug them in with the usb or the optical port to get that 24 bit 96 kilohertz streaming sound out of the speakers Now, if you're addicted to using apps with a lot of especially active speakers, which allows you to adjust the EQ, you can't do that here with the LRS speakers.

John QuainHOST

5:53

However, they do come with three preset EQ modes that you could control from the remote control that is supplied that comes with the speakers.

John QuainHOST

6:01

There is a mode, for example, for movies.

John QuainHOST

6:04

There's one for voice, and there's one normal, meaning for music, basically.

NosillaCast Apple Podcast

NC #1114 EQ for Audiobooks, Goodbye Mac mini, Hello Desk Space, Security Bits

Sep 14 · 1 Mention

Allison SheridanHOST

1:40

With that, let's let Eddie explain how he's using EQ.

Eddie TonkoiCORRESPONDENT

1:47

EQ for audiobooks.

Eddie TonkoiCORRESPONDENT

1:50

Subtractive, boring, surprisingly effective.

Eddie TonkoiCORRESPONDENT

1:55

Hi, this is Eddie Tonkoi, the in-house nerd for everything behind the scenes on my wife Jern's character-driven queer love stories, including audiobook narration and production.

Unknown podcast

How the Smashing Pumpkins Built the Dense Guitar Walls on Siamese Dream

Sep 8 · 7 Mentions

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1:14

The band and producer would push some of the guitar layers hard left or right to create a wall that wrapped around the listener.

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1:21

Even a single track could be split into two via mid-side EQ, letting you move its side signal away from the center while keeping the core in the middle.

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1:30

This gave the illusion of more depth.

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1:33

As your ears chase a guitar from one side to the other, the perception of density grows without additional distortion.

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1:44

He preferred to record the entire guitar ensemble on two-track tape to preserve cohesion between layers, even though that meant each additional track increased the chance of tape hiss and wow and flutter.

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1:56

The tape's natural compression actually helped tame the mid-range mud that could arise when many fuzz-laden guitars collide.

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2:04

Because they recorded in multiple passes, the engineers had the freedom to EQ each part separately.

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2:10

They could notch out overlapping mid bands that would otherwise clash.

Unknown podcast

Modernizing Disco: Inside the Production of Dua Lipa’s *Future Nostalgia*

Sep 8 · 5 Mentions

speaker_1UNKNOWN

0:29

[upbeat music] Welcome to the Music Production Podcast.

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0:42

This show is produced by Soundstalk with over eleven million full tracks, music loops, sound effects, and music samples at soundstalk.com. Today, we're diving into how Dua Lipa's Future Nostalgia modernizes disco through side chain, precise EQ, smart source selection, and a fresh mix bus approach.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

1:01

Now let's get into the production techniques behind today's topic.

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1:05

What makes Future Nostalgia instantly feel like a disco revival is that it doesn't just copy the past.

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1:56

Side chain on the kick also pushes the bass forward, creating a ripple effect that feels both retro and fresh.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

2:03

If we look at the bass lines themselves, they're melodic but still rooted in funk.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

2:08

A low-end throb that's thicker than classic disco, but more tightly defined thanks to modern EQ curves.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

2:15

The production team used a combination of synth bass patches and sampled eight oh eights, then side chain, compremps them together so the human element stays front of mind while still giving that deep thump.

Unknown podcast

Parallel Processing Explained: Why Modern Mixers Love It

Sep 8 · 4 Mentions

speaker_1UNKNOWN

3:10

And if you want to push the envelope further, a multi-chain parallel bus lets you stack several processes.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

3:16

Compression for density, saturation for harmonics, reverb for depth, and EQ for fine frequency shaping, each chain targeting different spectral or dynamic needs.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

3:27

Because each processor is applied only once per channel and then blended back in, you avoid over-processing and preserve the mix's natural balance.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

3:36

In fact, a good rule of thumb when setting up a multi-chain parallel bus is to use a high-pass filter on the compression chain so you keep low-end punch from bleeding into the saturation or reverb chains, preventing those three processes from fighting for the same frequency space and resulting in an overfilled bass line.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

5:03

But when you learn that process, the payoff is huge.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

5:06

You can rescue a dry, thin guitar part by sending it through an equalization chain that boosts low mids and gently compresses, then blend back to give that guitar both punch in the mix and presence in the stereo field without ever touching the original track.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

5:23

One of my favorite uses for parallel EQ is when a vocal feels too thin.

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5:27

Instead of applying a high pass on the main track, which would cut essential low frequencies, you create a copy, apply a shelving boost at one hundred, two hundred hertz, maybe cut five kilohertz to tame sibilance, and then blend just-

Unknown podcast

Mastering Soul & R&B Voices: From Mic to Master

Sep 8 · 4 Mentions

speaker_2UNKNOWN

1:05

The most important thing to keep in mind is that the first element we capture will largely decide everything that follows: quality, feel, and mix placement.

speaker_2UNKNOWN

1:15

If your microphone fails at that moment, no amount of compression or EQ can fix a bad source.

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1:22

Choosing the right mic for soul starts with picking a large diaphragm condenser.

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1:27

Its broad frequency response catches the nuance we need.

speaker_2UNKNOWN

6:02

A key technique for soul is using the right envelope.

speaker_2UNKNOWN

6:06

Slow attack and fast release can mimic the natural breath control of live singers.

speaker_2UNKNOWN

6:12

This is especially effective on high shelf EQ adjustments to add brightness without harshness.

speaker_2UNKNOWN

6:18

In modern R&B, you might see a subtle auto-harmonizing plugin like iZotope VocalSynth 2, but keep it in the mix's background.

Unknown podcast

Keeping Stereo Width Big While Staying Mono‑Compatible

Sep 8 · 3 Mentions

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2:42

A common mid-side trick is to cut low frequencies from the sides so you maintain punch in the center without bleeding into the stereo wings where high mids can be more pleasant.

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2:54

If we use a wide EQ on the side chain and a narrow boost in the middle, the result feels expansive yet tight.

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3:00

This balances contrast and cohesion, something a simple pan knob never offers.

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3:06

Sometimes I'll also run a decorrelation plugin to add just enough noise difference between channels.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

8:07

And that's where Soundstock comes in.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

8:09

Their library has thousands of atmospheric loops that you can drop into the left and right to create an instant wide backdrop without any complex processing.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

8:19

Because with a properly chosen ambient sound, you're adding real acoustic content rather than forcing an artificial spread through EQ or stereo wideners.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

8:30

You should also be mindful of how your width techniques affect the mix's dynamics.

Unknown podcast

Printing Plugin Effects Into Audio: Freeze Wet Chains, Expand Creative Flexibility

Sep 8 · 3 Mentions

speaker_1UNKNOWN

2:27

The key here is to preserve the characteristic coloration while gaining the freedom of editability.

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2:33

That's why I often bounce reverbs onto their own stems before any heavy EQ or compression.

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2:40

When it comes to distorted drums, especially those eight oh eights or crunchy snare sounds you get by running through a chain of overdrive and saturation plug-ins, printing can give you that gritty texture while still letting you shape the dynamic contour afterward.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

2:56

A single printed sample can be stretched across a track, sliced into multiple hits, side chained in a different way than the original, or even used as a loop for an entirely new arrangement.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

3:07

One thing I've noticed is that many producers skip this step and just rely on real-time distortion, but they end up with inconsistent clipping points across every hit because each moment they trigger the effect with slightly different input levels.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

3:24

Filtered loops are another classic candidate for printing.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

3:27

If you start a drum loop in your DAW, run it through a multiband EQ, and then let it sit on a return channel, the processed result becomes a unique sonic texture that can't be duplicated by just loading the raw sample back into the track later.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

3:42

By bouncing this filtered loop onto audio, you get to fine-tune its harmonic balance with additional saturation or compression, or even splice parts of different filtered loops together without worrying about reapplying the filter each time.

Unknown podcast

Fusing Rock, Hip‑Hop and Electronics: Production Secrets from Hybrid Theory

Sep 8 · 2 Mentions

speaker_1UNKNOWN

11:57

You can emulate a tube amp in a VST while also pulling out a real analog tape deck in the same session.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

12:04

Plugin chains designed for each genre, like a distortion module on guitars, an EQ tailored for hip-hop drums, and a reverb suited to synth pads, can all run side by side without stepping on each other's headroom thanks to smart CPU scheduling in modern DAWs.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

12:20

That modularity lets you experiment until you find a sonic signature that feels cohesive but still respects each style's integrity.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

12:29

If there's one big lesson from hybrid theory, it's that source sound and creative arrangement can be more decisive than any post-processing trick.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

13:00

So when you hit the record button on your own hybrid project, start by finding those sounds that naturally fit each other, then let the rest of the stack fall into place.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

13:11

Thanks for listening to the Music Production Podcast, produced by Soundstock, with over 11 million full tracks, music loops, sound effects, and music samples at soundstock.com.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

13:21

Follow or subscribe, and come back for more discussions about recording, mixing, mastering, sound design, audio engineering, DAWs, plugins, microphones, compression, EQ, reverb, delay, saturation, sampling, and the craft of making great records.

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13:47

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Unknown podcast

Clear Production Contracts: The Essential Checklist Every Producer & Client Must Know

Sep 8 · 1 Mention

speaker_1UNKNOWN

11:01

Thanks for tuning in to the Music Production Podcast, produced by Soundstock, featuring over eleven million full tracks, music loops, sound effects, and music samples at soundstock.com.

speaker_1UNKNOWN

11:12

Follow or subscribe and join us again for more deep dives into recording, mixing, mastering, sound design, audio engineering, DAO, plugins, microphones, compression, EQ, reverb, delay, saturation, sampling, studio techniques, and all the craft behind great records.

speaker_2UNKNOWN

11:29

[upbeat music]

speaker_1UNKNOWN

11:38

Close your eyes, exhale, feel your body relax, and let go of whatever you're carrying today.

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