Where Legendary Sound Is Made: Adam Beer on Marshall StudiosTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2026-09-18 | Where Legendary Sound Is Made: Adam Beer on Marshall StudiosAcoustic Drummer Try’s Electric Kit For The First TimeTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-09-30 | In this video James tries the Roland V-Drums Acoustic Design VAD507 package which he acquired recently from a well known auction house. While this is not the top of the range V-Drum kit it is well up there, and while he hates to admit it, this could be the kit that gets James back out and gigging. Check out the full specs of the VAD507 at the Roland V-Drums web page below - roland.com/us/categories/drums_percussion/v-drums_acoustic_design
Or if you fancy getting your own sticks on the VAD507 please consider clicking the link to our sales partner Thomann - thmn.to/thoprod/551842?offid=1&affid=3259I Found the Coolest Tech at Guitar Summit!TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-09-27 | In this video from Day 2 of Guitar Summit 2025, James discovers some really cool and unique tech. Check out the B.Beat backing track players. These units could be the solution for you or your band when it comes to playing back multi-track backing tracks with synced video and MIDI which can be used for lighting cues or MIDI patch or program changes. The solutions are very easy to use and can be configured to suite your requirements. Find out more at the link below - m-live.com/en
And if you are in the market for any of the gear featured in this video please do consider clicking the link to our sales partner Thomann -
thmn.to/thocf/4ncsvphzrwThis Pedal Turns Anyone Into A VocalistTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-09-24 | In this video James is joined by singer and songwriter Abi F Jones to put the new Headrush VX5 vocal effects and processing pedal through it's paces. Hear how the VX5 uses Antares Auto-Tune technology to perfect any vocal pitching issues and how stunning the vocal effects sound in these two vocal examples.
For more info on the VX5 and the full range of Headrush guitar and vocal effects processors check out the Headrush web pages at the link below - headrushfx.com/products/vx5-autotune/index.html
And if you fancy your own VX5 please hit the link to our sales partner Thomann - thmn.to/thoprod/621434?offid=1&affid=3259Can We Make This Old Keyboard Sound Amazing?TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-09-15 | In this video for TSR - Jivey Talks Tech, James is joined by piano and keyboard player Jamie Brooks for his first ever session behind a real Hammond organ. Not the heavey weight legend that is the B3 or C3 but a "portable" Hammond B200 from around 1980 which James "picked up" recently. The boys use the B200 in 4 different recording set-ups. Direct, via speaker emulation pedals and finally via a restored Sharma (the British Leslie) rotary speaker. If you are looking for that authentic Hammond sound this could be the way to get it and not have to compromise with virtual instruments or sample libraries.
In this video, the hosts test a vintage keyboard and several guitar effects to create unique sounds. They demonstrate the results using a distortion pedal and reverb pedal, showcasing how classic gear can be enhanced with modern effects. This keyboard sound test showcases a variety of tones.What Is latency & How Can I Fix It?TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-09-10 | In this video for Jivey Talks Tech, James answers the question, "what is latency?" He explains common questions and issues that arise from audio lag and tries to solve the problem of that annoying audio delay when tracking or overdubbing. If you've ever wondered about recording latency or asked, "latency explained?" Then this video is for you, as we cover low latency issues and how to get the best from your audio recording system.What Is Dante and Why Do Studios Love It?TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-08-11 | In this video for Jivey Talks Tech, James Ivey takes you through the basics of Audio over IP or in this case Dante. Audinate's Dante AoIP solution is one of the most flexible and cost effective ways to move audio around your studio, school, university or other multi-media facility, however, come people think because Dante is a networking solution it could be tricky to use and difficult to set up. Join James as he shows you around his Dante network and attached gear goodies to prove that even a drummer can make this stuff work and how it can help you in your audio life. Deep breath and go!
You can check out James's first ever Dante and REDNET experience in a much older Pro Tools Expert video - youtube.com/watch?v=ODOtKVNdXUY
If you are in the market for any of the goodies James shows in the video please take a look at the link below to our sales partner Thomann who have all the kit you will ever need to setup your own Dante rig - thmn.to/thocf/qeixalqm5g
#dante #rme #focusriteLauten Audio Tom & Snare Mic - Are These The Worlds Best Drum Mics?TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-07-25 | In this video James takes a look at the new (ish) Tom and Snare drum mics from Lauten Audio.
These are pro level drum mics with a reassuringly high price tag, but in our opinion they are worth every penny. James takes you through different styles of modern drumming to show off just what these mics have to offer.
You can find out more about the Tom and Snare mics as well as the full range of Lauten Audio mics at the link below: lautenaudio.com
And if you are in the market for some amazing new drum mics please do check out the link to our sales partner Thomann: thmn.to/thocf/cg5i5dzt9o
#lautenaudio #synthaxTV #drumsSit In On A Session - LIVE Fly On The Wall RecordingTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-07-16 | In this LIVESTREAM video, you will get to witness a real live band tracking session as it happens in real time. Four top musicians in a room, creating and crafting the perfect take. We will be working on three songs by Dominic Bauers for his forthcoming album. Yes, there will be some interaction with the cameras to go over some of the setup and "tech" stuff, but this is your opportunity to see and hear how the studio thing is done..... or how we think it should be done. Enjoy.Shure Nexadyne 5 - Could This Mic Be The Ultimate Snare Drum Mic?TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-05-08 | In this video for Jivey Talks Tech, James takes a look at the new Nexadyne 5 Supercardioid Dynamic mic from Shure. Is that breaking the rules or is it a perfectly good use for this new mic? After all, the Shure SM57 is used on both Snare Drum and Guitar Cabs, so why not the Nexadyne 5?
What SHURE say: The Nexadyne™ 5 Dynamic Guitar Amp Microphone is a supercardioid dynamic microphone for professional live performance, featuring patented Shure Revonic™ dual-engine transducer technology.
But as we all know, just because it says it's not a drum mic, doesn't mean we can't try it. Join us for the
And if you are in the market for any of the Shure Nexadyne mics, please do click on the link to our sales partner, Thomann: thmn.to/thocf/4c4hyxq6nj
#shuremicrophones #snaredrum #recordingstudio
00:00 Introduction 01:12 The Shure Nexadyne 5 02:12 Where I put the snare drum mic 03:03 4/4 Groove Demo 04:16 Snare Drum ONLY 05:05 Off Axis Rejection 06:43 Half Time Shuffle Demo 07:11 Sign Off 07:38 Final DemoMillion Dollar Studio In Your Ears - Lewitt Space ReplicatorTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-04-29 | In this video for Jivey Talks Tech, James takes a look at the new Space Replicator plug-in from Lewitt. This is Lewitt's first exploration into the plug-in and software world and from what we find here, it's a good one. What Lewitt say about Space Replicator: Space Replicator is a powerful plugin that lets you experience real spaces on your headphones as if you were there. Be it a million-dollar mixing studio or a kitchen, LEWITT’s high-resolution virtual acoustic spaces provide lifelike realism. You get the natural stereo field of professional mixing rooms with high-end speaker systems to create mixes you can trust. You can also listen to your mixes where they will be played, like the car, club, consumer headphones, or on the smartphone. Plus, Space Replicator works with the headphones you already own.
#lewitt #headphones #musicproductionCan Affordable Audio Gear Sound Professional? - Lewitt RAY & Connect 2TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-04-21 | In this video for Jivey Talks Tech, James takes a look at the new (ish) RAY condenser microphone and Connect 2 audio interface from Lewitt.
James checks out the features and benefits of this mic and interface combo and lets you see and hear just how good these sound and how they can be used together to produce high quality recordings without breaking the bank.
For more information on the Lewitt RAY check out the link below: lewitt-audio.com/ray
If you are looking to buy either unit please click on the link to our sales partner Thomann to help the channel just a little bit: thmn.to/thocf/lm76pzi235
#lewitt #condensermicrophone #audiointerface
00:00 Introduction 00:43 What is RAY? 00:55 What is AURA? 01:52 Testing RAY on Acoustic Guitar 02:42 Mute & Mute By Distance 04:00 What comes in the box? 04:37 Lewitt Connect 2 Interface 05:44 Connect 2 Touch Controls 06:17 Connect 2 Control Centre 06:35 Auto Setup 06:53 Clip Guard 07:15 EQ Tone Profiles 07:56 De-Noiser 08:13 Single Button Compressor 08:24 Connect 2 Processing 08:34 Connect 2 Custom Button & Colours 09:07 How I'm using Connect 2 LIVE 09:32 Sign OffThe Studio Equipment We Should ALL Invest In - ACS Custom Pro PlugsTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-04-10 | In this video for TSR - Jivey Talks Tech, James talks about the single most important bit of equipment in your studio or on your stage... Your ears. If not your wearing hearing protection when playing live or in the studio, you should be. The latest range of ACS Custom Pro Plugs are affordable and are custom made to fit your ears. You can find out more about the full range of ACS Custom hearing protection solutions and In Ear Monitors at the link below:
00:00 Introduction & pop quiz. 00:31 Why worry about hearing loss? 01:42 Working With ASC Custom 02:19 ACS Custom Pro 15 Ear Plugs 03:19 What are "filtered" ear plugs? 04:57 How to fit your ACS Custom Pro Plugs 06:57 Different plugs for different jobs 07:41 Sign offBehind The Scenes Mixing A Full Jazz Orchestra LIVETSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-04-04 | In this video James Ivey talks you through his mixing process for the song Honey as performed by the Durham University Jazz Orchestra featuring the vocals of Lucy Fletcher LIVE at the New Space, New College, Oxford. James takes you through the mix instrument by instrument demonstrating his processing choices and ideas on how to space the instruments and voice in both the stereo and immersive mix fields. He also demonstrates how he uses the extra "immersive" mic positions and the Voyage Audio Spatial Mic Dante to really give the listener the sense that they were are the performance.
00:00 Introduction 00:54 Session Setup - Stereo or Immersive 01:46 Mixing the DRUMS 03:36 Mixing BASS 05:12 Mixing GUITAR 06:28 Mixing PIANO/KEYBOARDS 07:34 Mixing SAXOPHONES 09:20 Mixing TROMBONES 09:55 Mixing TRUMPETS 11:14 Mixing VOCALS 13:55 Mixing ROOM MICS 15:34 Mixing with the Voyage Audio Spatial Microphone 18:45 Mix notes - What worked 20:50 Sign off 22:09 Honey - Performed by the Durham University Jazz OrchestraHow To Record A LIVE Big Band - Part 1TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-04-01 | James and the Location Recordings team were asked to record a concert featuring two Big Bands, the Durham University Jazz Orchestra and Oxford based band The Donut Kings at The New Space part of New College, Oxford. This is part 1 of the story, getting set up and recording the gig.
00:00 Driving Intro 01:36 Voyage Audio Spatial Mic (DANTE) 03:48 The Setup 05:35 The Microphones 06:29 Sound Check 07:59 Working With The Vocals 09:21 The Best Thing About Live Recording 10:14 A Few Good Men - Durham University Jazz OrchestraMaster Dynamic Processing in 10 Minutes FLAT With Dynamic Grading 2.0TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-03-27 | In this video for Jivey Talks Tech, James shows you the latest version of Dynamic Grading 2.0 from Playfair Audio. Dynamic Grading is a totally new approach to dynamics processing that allows you to master compression, limiting or expansion on almost any sound source.
You can find out more about Dynamic Grading 2.0 at the link below: playfair-audio.com
#audiotechnique #soundmixing #playfair
00:00 Introduction 00:54 Dynamic Grading 2.0 01:30 What is Dynamic Grading? 02:48 Using Dynamic Grading on the Drums 05:13 Using Dynamic Grading on Piano 07:12 Using Dynamic Grading on the Master bus. 08:23 The WATER analogy 09:14 Sign OffSound Particles 2 & SkyDust 3D - More Than Movie Sound EffectsTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-03-14 | In this video James checks out 2 software tools by Portuguese company Sound Particles for those working in immersive audio, or not as it turns out. Sound Particles 2 is an amazing way to convert regular mono or stereo audio clips into massive sound scapes. It also works fantastically on music projects too. Want to turn a solo vocal into a massive choir, try Sound Particles 2. SkyDust 3D is (I believe) the worlds only 3D/Immersive Synth. This incredible 8 oscillator powerhouse of a virtual instrument can turn a basic pad sound into an immersive 3D sound-scape, or a dull bass line into the driving force of your next track. It's great in stereo but off the chart in immersive.
You can find out more about Skydust 3D and Sound Particles 2 at the Sound Particles web page: soundparticles.com
ALSO - If you are interested in purchasing any of the Sound Particles plug-ins or application use the code JAMES10 to receive 10% off off your order (except academic licenses).
#SoundParticles #immersiveaudio #dolbyatmosUnlocking Ultimate Guitar Sound With THU Amp & Cab CombinationsTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-26 | Check out the full length video on the main Studio Rats channel at the link below - youtu.be/0smocpKSGRoMastering Studio Effects for Guitar - My Unique ApproachTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-24 | Check out the full length video on the main Studio Rats channel - youtube.com/watch?v=0smocpKSGRoHow the Trinnov Demon 16Transformed My Atmos RigTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-14 | Check out the full length video where I show how and why I updated my Dolby Atmos mixing and listening space with the stunning Trinnov D-Mon 16 and Trinnov La Remote in the link below - youtu.be/mAqTiiz8Bq0The Studio Rats Check Out Breedlove Guitars - NAMM 2025TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-13 | In this video from NAMM 2025, James and Paul check out the range of Breedlove acoustic guitars and find that, for once, they actually agree on something musical. These stunning guitars would work in any live or recording situation, and "bang for buck" are some of the best acoustic guitars the boys have ever played.
You can find out more about the full range of Breedlove acoustic guitars at the link below: breedlovemusic.com
#breedloveguitars #acousticguitar #breedlove
The Studio Rats are core band members Paul Drew on guitar/production/mixing, drummer James Ivey and Dan Hawkins on bass. They collaborate with singers and musicians to produce radio-ready songs.Mastering Atmos Mixing - Unlocking La Remotes FeaturesTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-12 | Check out the full length video where I show how I updated my Dolby Atmos mixing and listening space with the stunning Trinnov D-Mon 16 and Trinnov La Remote in the link below - youtu.be/mAqTiiz8Bq0The Free Plug-In That Brings Depth To Your MixesTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-11 | In this video for TSR - Jivey Talks Tech, James takes a look at AIR - Music Edition plug-in from Sound Particles. This FREE plug-in can help create depth to your mixes using it's Distance control to allow you to push and pull the sonic elements of your mix to give them a focus and clarity that can be quite challenging to create.
00:00 Introduction 00:25 Who are Sound Particles 00:44 The mix depth challenge 01:27 Supernatural by Benjamin Bloom 02:39 Using AIR by Sound Particles 04:04 Sonic layering with AIR 06:54 Adding AIR to keyboards 09:03 The most important elements of the track 11:29 Free plug-ins are my favouriteThe Ultimate Dolby Atmos Solution - TrinnovTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-10 | In this video find out how and why James has upgraded his Dolby Atmos system with the stunning Trinnov Audio D-Mon 12 (16) speaker calibration system. James talks through his reasons for moving away from the Audient Oria speaker controller and over to the Trinnov D-Mon platform to run his Kali Audio 7.2.4 speaker array. You can find out more about the full Trinnov range at the link below - trinnov.com If you are in the UK also check out the Emerging UK page for all things Trinnov - emerginguk.com/trinnov
#Trinnov #dolbyatmos #kaliaudio
00:00 Introduction 01:04 Why I need lots of I/O 01:27 Audient Oria 02:35 Upgrading My Trinnov D-Mon 04:42 How I configure my subs using Trinnov 05:26 Setting Up A 2nd Set of Speakers 06:26 Trinnov D-Mon 16 Routing and I/O 07:45 The Trinnov Microphone 09:22 Trinnov and PHASE! 11:09 Taking control with La Remote 12:09 Bass Management 13:23 Thanks and sign off.The Importance Of The Center Speaker In Dolby AtmosTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-08 | Check out the full length video at the link below: youtu.be/Or17cYusCzATransform Your Dolby Atmos Mixes With The Height ControlTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-06 | Check out the full length video at the link below: youtu.be/Or17cYusCzAMix Music In Dolby Atmos & Stereo At The Same Time!TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-03 | Check out the full length Waves Immersive Wrapper video at the link below: youtu.be/_lG6XzitXAAMusic Mixing In Dolby Atmos - There Are No Rules!TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-02-01 | Check out the full length video on the Waves Immersive Wrapper at the link below: youtu.be/_lG6XzitXAAHow To PROPERLY Listen To Dolby Atmos On Your MacTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-31 | In this video James Ivey from TSR - Jivey Talks Tech shows you how to configure your Mac OS Computer for immersive playback from streaming services like Apple Music through your attached 7.1.4 (Dolby Atmos) speaker system.
#dolbyatmos #immersiveaudio #applemusic
00:00 Introduction 01:16 How do you listen to music streaming in Atmos? 02:17 Audio MIDI Setup 03:19 5.1 Speaker Test 03:42 Testing 7.1.4 Speaker Rig 04:18 Searching for Dolby Atmos music 05:24 Sign offMastering Immersive Drum Reverb - Waves Secrets RevealedTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-30 | Check out the full video on the Waves Immersive Wrapper at the link below: youtu.be/_lG6XzitXAAUnlocking Immersive Audio With Waves Game Changing ToolTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-28 | Check out the full video on the Waves Immersive Wrapper at the link below: youtube.com/watch?v=_lG6XzitXAANew Logos Speakers Take Center Stage at NAMM 25TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-25 | In this video LIVE from NAMM, James talks to Dave Mastrodonato from Logos Speaker and DMSD about the new speaker and their dual-concentric speaker design.
#NAMM2025Panning In Dolby Atmos - The One & Only Rule!TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-13 | In this video, part of the All Things Immersive series, James takes a look at the Immersive Pan control in Pro Tools and looks at one of the main rules to mixing music in Dolby Atmos..... How should you pan your lead vocal? It's not as simple as you might think. #dolbyatmos #protools #dolbyatmosmusic
00:00 Introduction 01:02 Pro Tools Immersive Panner 01:26 Immersive Panner - Overview 02:11 LFE / Sub Send 03:10 New Controls - Height & Centre 03:45 Panning to the centre. 05:26 Centre audio demo 06:56 Divergent Controls 08:13 Sign offNew Tools For Your Atmos Mixes - Waves Immersive WrapperTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-10 | In this video for Jivey Talks Tech, James checks out the new Waves Immersive Wrapper, a very handy way to make all the Waves plug-ins we know and love work properly inside you Dolby Atmos workflow. James tries the WIM on the mix bus, the drum reverb and as a creative effect for spacing your guitar delays.
If you are interested in the Working Class Audio Mixing in Atmos & Stereo course follow the link below - workingclassaudio.com/mix
#waves #wavesaudio #dolbyatmos 00:00 Introduction 00:13 Immersive Audio Journey 01:30 Waves Immersive Wrapper 02:18 Working Class Audio Atmos & Stereo Course 03:08 Buss Compressor - Atmos Master 06:01 Sidechain Mixer 07:56 Immersive Drum Reverb 09:46 Immersive Guitar Delays 11:49 Sign OffBreak Free from Microphone Myths - There Are No RulesTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-08 | Check out the full video at the link below: youtu.be/Hkc40FORETIThe Microphone That Breaks The Recording Rules - Earthworks Icon ProTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-06 | In this video for Jivey Talks Tech, James tries out a new acquisition, the Icon Pro, a small diaphragm condenser mic from Earthworks. While this mic may have been designed as a podcast/broadcast voiceover mic, it has all the quality and features that engineers look for in a great sounding instrument mic. For this recording James tried the Icon Pro as his Snare drum TOP mic and with no processing at all it sounds great. Take a listen.
There is NO Processing on any of this recording. This is the how the drums sounded with NO EQ, Reverb or Dynamics processing.
#earthworks #snaredrums #drumrecordingRevolutionary DJ Tech Mutes Tracks Instantly!TSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-03 | You can check out the full length video at the link below: youtube.com/watch?v=AvJK2uegUz8Mastering Live Mixes Essential Plugins You NeedTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-02 | Check out the full video at the link below: youtu.be/HSYn-bGSL1cRevolutionary Audio Feature Instantly Mute Drums, Vocals & MoreTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2025-01-01 | You can check out the full video at the link below: youtu.be/AvJK2uegUz8Mastering Audio - Why 1 dB is the Essential TrickTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-31 | Check out the full video at the link below: youtu.be/HSYn-bGSL1cCrafting Perfect Backing Vocals Enhance Your MixTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-30 | Sign up for this free recording masterclass at the link below to enjoy all of 14 Sessions - go.jzmic.com/14-sessions-registerMastering EQ & Unlocking Balanced Sound Using LimitersTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-29 | Check out the full video at the link below: youtu.be/HSYn-bGSL1cCreating Dynamic Background Vocals for Our PerformanceTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-28 | Sign up for this free recording masterclass at the link below to enjoy all of 14 Sessions - go.jzmic.com/14-sessions-registerComparing Jay Z Microphones BH I vs Vintage XXVIITSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-27 | Sign up for this free recording masterlass at the link below to enjoy all of 14 Sessions - go.jzmic.com/14-sessions-registerRevolutionizing Sound Precision Room Measurement TechniquesTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-26 | You can check out the full length video at the link below: youtu.be/Y5Lp8okZdqACapture the Best Sounding Vocal Using 2 MicsTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-25 | Sign up for this free course at the link below to enjoy all of 14 Sessions - go.jzmic.com/14-sessions-registerUnlocking The Power Of Audient Oria For Dolby Atmos Mixing & Listening PerfectionTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-24 | You can check out the full length video at the link below: youtu.be/Y5Lp8okZdqATransform Your Mix with One Knob Plugins - Waves IDX RevealedTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-23 | Check out the full length video at the link below: youtu.be/DoUpJPJnc0wGame Changing AI Tools for Epic Music Mixing - Waves IDXTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-21 | Check out the full length video at the link below - youtu.be/DoUpJPJnc0wDJ Technology That Studios NeedsTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-20 | For this video James grabs his cans and does his best impression of a "Superstar DJ" to show you some DJ tech that really needs to make it's way into the studio environment. Check out the Active Part filter on the new Pioneer DDJ-FLX10 Performance DJ Controller. Beyond being just a great deal of fun this feature of the controller makes for creative "mash-ups" on the fly but could also be used in the studio for track analysis or rhythmic creativity. You can find out more about the Pioneer DDJ range at the pioneer website: pioneerdj.com/en-gb/product/controller
#pioneerdj #serato #weddingdjTransform Your Audio Experience With The iPower II Audio Grade Power SupplyTSR - Jivey Talks Tech2024-12-20 | Check out how to make your pedals sound amazing with iPower 2 from Silent Power. Click the link for the full review - youtu.be/0ttOpRNaYp0