In this video, I'm sharing my ethics statement for this channel, covering how I balance YouTube as a hobby with my full-time job as a university educator, my policies on sponsorships and reviews, and my ethical approach to using AI tools in content creation. I break down what you need to know about my transparency commitments and the best ways to support the channel if you choose to.

In this video, I explore Fiedler Audio's revolutionary new OBAM (Object Based Audio Module) standard — the first plugin format designed specifically for object-based audio that finally brings true mastering capabilities to Dolby Atmos production. I'll demonstrate how this technology works in practice using the updated Dolby Atmos Composer with OBAM-compatible plugins from Fiedler Audio and Toneboosters, showing why this could be the biggest leap forward in immersive audio production yet.

In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Schwabe, a twice Grammy-nominated audio engineer and founder of Schwabe Digital, who shares his journey from artist to acclaimed engineer, revealing that meaningful artist relationships and collaborative energy matter far more than technical gear, while also discussing his meticulously crafted Gold Clip and Orange Clip plugins that have become industry favorites on major pop records worldwide. Ryan offers fascinating perspectives on AI in music production (cautioning about "degrading the uniqueness" of creative work), his recent venture into Dolby Atmos, and closes with invaluable advice for aspiring engineers: true success comes from obsession with your craft and building genuine relationships with collaborators at your level, rather than constantly seeking connections with those above you.

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In this video, I count down my top 10 immersive audio effects plugins that will transform your Atmos and Spatial Audio mixes from flat to fully three-dimensional, showcasing tools that create genuinely convincing spatial effects with intuitive controls for professional workflows. From realistic room acoustics to revolutionary spatial workstations, I explore how these cutting-edge processors give you unprecedented control over dimension, movement, and space in your immersive productions, whether you're working in film, music, or game audio.

In this review, I examine the Nomono Sound Capsule, a portable spatial audio recording solution that combines a 360-degree ambisonics microphone with wireless lavalier microphones, offering podcasters and content creators an accessible way to record immersive Dolby Atmos audio. While testing the device with my PhD student Nicolas Losada, we found it excels in ease of use and spatial positioning accuracy, despite some limitations in monitoring capability and music recording quality, making it an attractive option for creators looking to enhance their productions with spatial audio without specialized technical knowledge.

In this video, I review a premium binaural rendering plugin specifically designed for Neumann headphones that transforms 7.1.4 surround audio into an exceptional listening experience with customizable interaural time differences to match your head size. While the plugin carries a $100 price tag on top of the already expensive headphones, its outstanding sound quality, seamless head tracking integration, and two-week free trial make it worth considering for current Neumann owners, though those seeking more affordable solutions should explore alternatives I've previously covered on my channel.

In this piece, I integrated multiple AI platforms, Suno 4.5 for the melancholic melody and lyrics, Leonardo.ai to bring the central female character to life, and Kling 2.0 for the visual storytelling, creating a music video that captures her movements at a time long lost. The project showcases how these complementary AI tools can seamlessly blend to create emotionally resonant digital content where visuals and music enhance the narrative of remembrance and longing.

In this video, I count down the 10 most interesting binaural panning plugins that will transform your headphone mixes from flat to immersive, covering options for every budget from completely free tools to professional-grade solutions. My selections create genuinely convincing 3D spatial effects over headphones using technologies like HRTF processing, psychoacoustic tricks, and motion sequencing, with each offering unique approaches to help you create more engaging and realistic audio experiences for your listeners.

In this video, I explore ARIA Studio by Altitude Audio, a revolutionary software that creates personalized audio profiles based on your hearing test results, compensating for specific hearing loss patterns to deliver a more balanced listening experience. What impressed me most was how accurately it corrects audio across both headphones and speakers, making it an invaluable tool for audio professionals with hearing loss while remaining accessible for anyone wanting to optimize their listening experience.

In this video, I'm counting down my top 10 underrated immersive audio plugins that deserve more recognition, from format-agnostic mixers and intuitive mobile panners to specialized Atmos compression and free hidden gems. These are the spatial audio tools that have genuinely improved my workflow and creative possibilities over years of production work, offering incredible capabilities despite flying under the radar of mainstream attention.

In this video, I show you how to solve one of the most frustrating problems in immersive audio production: multi-channel plugins that don't work properly with your DAW. Learn how to use Kushview Element as a wrapper plugin to fix channel recognition issues and properly route audio for Dolby Atmos and other 3D audio formats.

In this video, I share 10 essential Dolby Atmos mixing tips curated from top industry professionals, complemented by my own commentary and insights to help you create better immersive mixes. From establishing proper spatial foundations to avoiding common pitfalls, these carefully selected techniques will help you create more natural-sounding Atmos mixes that effectively translate across different playback environments.

In this video, I explore APL's new Virtuoso Lite, a more affordable version of my favorite binaural renderer for immersive audio production, comparing its features side-by-side with the full version of Virtuoso. While both plugins share the same high-quality algorithms and core functionality, I'll walk you through the key differences to help you determine which version might be the right fit for your immersive audio toolbox, especially if you're working with Dolby Atmos.

In this video, I take a hands-on look at the new Waves Immersive Wrapper plugin, which transforms Waves mono plugins into multi-channel tools for immersive audio production with flexible grouping, powerful sidechaining, and seamless integration between bed tracks and objects in Dolby Atmos. I'll demonstrate its innovative features and user-friendly interface by creating a practical workflow example in Reaper, showing how it can be integrated into both professional and hobbyist immersive audio production environments.

In this video, I chat with Fränk Zimmer about Sounding Future's AudioSpace – a free community-driven platform that helps immersive audio creators distribute their Ambisonics and multichannel productions while offering listeners high-quality binaural playback through any browser. Fränk shares insights about their rendering process, future plans including webcam-based head tracking, and how the platform serves as a valuable resource for both experienced spatial audio creators and newcomers looking to explore beyond mainstream formats like Dolby Atmos.

In this video, I demonstrate how to use the WavesNX Head Tracker with the Dolby Atmos renderer using the latest version of NXOSC (v1.0.5), which now allows users to specify custom port settings. This eliminates the need for complex workarounds when dealing with port conflicts, enabling smooth integration between the WavesNX hardware and the Dolby Atmos renderer's native head tracking capabilities.

In this video, I walk you through my essential audio plugin setup on my new MacBook, showcasing the tools I consider most important for working with spatial audio. From binaural renderers and ambisonics processors to specialized Dolby Atmos tools and traditional stereo plugins, I explain why each tool makes it onto my system and how I incorporate them into my immersive audio workflow.

Learn how to turn your Apple AirPods into a head tracking device for studio headphones using just silicone ear hooks and a few simple settings adjustments. By combining the AirPods' precise head tracking capabilities with your preferred studio headphones, you can create a powerful setup for immersive audio production, including Dolby Atmos, without investing in expensive dedicated tracking hardware.

In this video, I demonstrate how to use INU (Immersive Nulling Up-mixer), a powerful and affordable plugin that converts stereo tracks into multichannel mixes for Dolby Atmos while preserving the original stereo fold-down. I'll walk you through the complete setup process in Reaper and show you how to use INU's features to manipulate direct and diffuse signals, control LFE and center channels, and adjust height and spatial positioning in your mix.