In this video, I introduce a free MIDI controller feature within NovoNotes Duo, an iOS app that turns your iPhone or iPad into a fully functional MIDI controller with expressive features like pitch bend and MPE support. I'll walk you through the complete setup process, showing you how to connect your iOS device and integrate it with your DAW, all using this completely free tool that only requires downloading the NovoNotes Duo app from the App Store.

In this video, I share six topics I've been planning to cover on my channel, including YouTube 360 video creation, the WitMotion head tracker, Vienna Symphonic Library's MIR Pro 3D plugin, Audiokinetic Strata, the Zoom H3-VR Ambisonics microphone, and the Mach1 spatial audio SDK.

In this video, I reflect on my most memorable moments of 2024 by organizing 15 of my most important videos into six unique categories: Game Changers, Workflow Winners, Breaking News, Neat Ideas, Hidden Gems, and Time Sinks. From groundbreaking Dolby Atmos developments to my journey with AI content, these selections represent key milestones in both my channel's evolution and the immersive audio industry throughout the year.

In this video, I show you how to get started with Dolby Atmos music production using free tools, demonstrating a complete workflow with Reaper and the Fiedler Audio Dolby Atmos Composer Essential plugin. I walk through everything from basic setup to exporting master files, and even show how to achieve accurate monitoring using headphones with head tracking technology, making Dolby Atmos production accessible without requiring an expensive studio setup.

In this conversation with Jason Hamilton (The Nerdy Novelist), we explore how AI is transforming creative writing, from his personal journey integrating AI into his writing process to his innovative approach to community-based business models. His thoughts provide valuable perspectives on working both smarter and harder with AI tools while maintaining authentic human connections, offering crucial insights for creators and educators navigating this technological transformation.

In this review, I examine Stemcell 2, a multi-channel stem processor from The Cargo Cult that offers unique spectral ducking capabilities but suffers from significant limitations in Reaper due to its automatic channel layout detection inherited from its Pro Tools origins. While the plugin shines in DAWs like Studio One and could be valuable for film and TV audio work, its high price point and compatibility issues make it worth testing thoroughly before purchase, with Reaper users potentially better served by alternatives from Waves or PSP AudioWare.

"I'm so Sora" is an electronic track produced with the assistance of the generative AI system Udio.com. The primary purpose of this track was to test Sora's capabilities to produce video loops that can run in the background.

"Waves of Serenity" is an electronic downtempo track produced with the assistance of the generative AI system Udio.com. The track was primarily produced and edited with help of the inpainting tools in Udio. I only added some very basic remastering to control the AI artifacts.

In this video, I explore version 2 of Ginger Audio's Ground Control Sphere, a virtual monitoring application for immersive audio that brings new features including a redesigned interface, multiple audio interface support, improved bass management, and deeper Apple Spatial Audio integration with AirPods head tracking. While the update significantly improves upon version 1, I discovered some workflow issues with the AirPods integration, though the software remains a powerful tool for immersive audio monitoring on Mac systems.

In this video, I reveal how I use Apple AirPods Pro 2's FDA-approved hearing aid functionality to enhance my music production work, sharing my personal journey with mild hearing loss and demonstrating the setup process. While these earbuds aren't meant for professional mastering, I explain why their ability to correct individual hearing profiles makes them valuable for audio work, even for those without significant hearing loss.

This track will be used in two upcoming videos on my main channel and is being published here for those interested. Created using Suno AI with minimal modifications, the piece is an electronic composition with Middle Eastern influences that successfully captures the intended aesthetic.

This track transforms my recent ICERI2024 conference presentation into a musical piece, created in collaboration with AI tools from Anthropic Claude and Suno. The final version includes extensive post-processing and remastering to achieve the desired sound quality.

In this video, I explore Qudelix's innovative audio lineup, including the popular 5K Dongle DAC and the groundbreaking T71 system - the world's first portable DAC capable of true 7.1 surround sound output. I'll take a deep dive into the T71 IEMs' unique approach to spatial audio using physical driver positioning, and reveal why its unprecedented driver-level EQ customization might be even more revolutionary than its surround sound capabilities.

I used the lyrics from my previous track to test Suno V4. It is quite amazing how far these models have come. For this track I did only very minimal mastering, this is almost entirely created by Suno.

In this detailed comparison of the Sony MDR-MV1 headphones against the Ollo Audio S5X and Sennheiser HD490 Pro, I discover that the concept of "binaural-optimized headphones" might be oversold, as all three high-end headphones perform nearly identically for binaural audio, suggesting that buyers should focus more on personal comfort and sonic preferences rather than specific binaural capabilities.

In this video, I explore Sony's revolutionary 360 Virtual Mixing Environment (360 VME), a system that creates a personalized virtual studio experience through headphones by precisely matching your individual ear and head geometry, taking you through the sophisticated measurement process, software setup, and real-world applications, particularly in educational settings.

In this video, I address viewer comments on my previous discussions about generative AI in creative professions, exploring how the principles of critical skills, process focus, and agility apply to professional practice. I examine various impacts of AI, from challenges for voice actors to copyright issues, while emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and adaptability in navigating the evolving landscape of AI in creative fields.

In this video, I review and rank my top 4 immersive panning plugins, breaking down their features, strengths, and limitations based on my personal experience. I also discuss an honorary mention and conclude with thoughts on the current state of immersive panning technology, inviting viewers to share their own opinions and experiences.

"Michael's Tech Sound Revolution" is an electronic pop track produced with the assistance of the generative AI system Udio.com. The track was remixed using the new stem separation feature in Studio One.

In this video, I address comments and clarify misconceptions about my recent Dolby Atmos videos, emphasizing that while professional Atmos setups are expensive, hobbyists and semi-professionals shouldn't be discouraged from entering the Atmos production space. I explain that most consumers can't fully experience high-end Atmos productions due to limitations in their playback systems, so bedroom producers can start with more accessible setups and still create competitive Atmos mixes.