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Audionautic | Covering the Latest in Music Production, Marketing and Technology

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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01:02:59

Is Our Gear… Ours? | Modding, Firmware & Who Owns...

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2026/10/02

This week we're taking a slightly wider look at something that's been happening around Elektron and modified firmware.The immediate question is about sharing firmware mods and the tools and instructions needed to use them. But that opens up a much bigger conversation about ownership.If you buy a piece of hardware, what are you actually entitled to do with it?Can you modify it? Reverse engineer it? Share your discoveries? Keep an old machine alive after the manufacturer has stopped supporting

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01:38:45

What Have You Been Listening To? | Show & Tell

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2026/09/24

We're doing another round of Show & Tell.We've each brought along a few tracks that have caught our attention recently. New discoveries, old favourites, things we've stumbled across, or just songs that we've found ourselves going back to again and again.We'll listen to them together and talk about what grabbed us, what we're hearing in the production, the sounds and decisions that caught our ears, and whether any of it has made us want to try something ourselves.No

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01:06:28

30 Years of VST: Are The Classics Still Useful?

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2026/09/17

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

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01:16:34

In Defence of the Studio Upgrade

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2026/09/10

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

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01:12:02

How To Build A Live Performance With Ableton

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2026/08/27

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

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01:18:56

What Are We Listening To? | Community Radio

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2026/08/20

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

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01:26:03

Do We Really Need Another Reverb? | RocketVerb Demo

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2026/08/08

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

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01:04:48

AI Music Is Finally Being Labelled. What Happens Next?

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2026/07/30

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

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01:36:02

Music Production Growth Nobody Talks About

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2026/06/19

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

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01:26:57

Native Instruments Has Been Acquired… Now What?

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2026/05/21

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

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01:18:06

Live Demo: Ableton 12.4 Features Explained

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2026/05/14

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,

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01:10:12

What Happens When No One Needs Your Music?

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2026/05/07

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

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01:22:18

What Do You Do When Nothing Is Working?

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2026/04/30

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,

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01:32:25

MPC Sample vs SP-404MKII: One Month Later… Which One...

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2026/04/23

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

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01:21:53

The Most Underrated Free Synth Plugins

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2026/04/16

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

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01:12:10

Elektron Has New Owners… Should We Be Concerned?

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2026/04/09

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

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01:08:23

AI Deepfakes Are Flooding Music Streaming Platforms

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2026/04/02

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,

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01:32:12

Akai MPC Sample Explained: Sketchpad or Serious Tool?

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2026/03/29

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

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01:21:14

The Things We Over-complicate in Music Production

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2026/03/05

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

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01:22:31

The Most Overrated Advice in Music Production

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2026/02/19

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

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