Show Notes
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Clanker Notes:
Carson Childers and Nick catch up on life updates, gear adventures, and their evolving perspectives on music production and touring. Dive into their candid conversations about studio setups, digital gear, touring logistics, and personal milestones. Key Topics
Carson’s upcoming studio session at Mountain Art Center, featuring full live band recording with a big SSL console The decline of traditional band experiences in the studio and the shift toward remote and digital workflows Insights into touring logistics: Sprinter vs. Tour Bus, hotel stays, and driving long distances across the US The transition from performing to tour managing: managing artists, logistical decisions, and new perspectives The evolution of gear: quad cortex, HX Stomp, and the significance of capturing and processing in digital setups Comparing gear options: size, processing power, workflow, and market pricing, including the mini quad cortex The importance of signal flow, capturing chains, and custom presets for consistent tone Personal milestones: Carson wins Bass Player of 2026 Award and celebrates mentorship and community Exploring hobbies like coffee brewing and espresso gear as analogies for gear selection and investment
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction and updates on Carson and Nick
02:46 - The art of live band tracking in modern studios
03:47 - Unusual studio tricks: marching snare and goofy percussion toys
04:13 - The shift away from traditional studio experiences and remote work
06:15 - Touring stories: van vs. bus, hotel stays, and travel experiences
10:14 - The challenges and benefits of touring in Sprinters and high-top vans
12:34 - Logistics of gear: gear stays on the bus or in the van, packing routines
14:24 - Transitioning out of performance to tour management roles
16:23 - Producing and performing with artists like Taylor Lansdale and Nathan Evans Fox
17:45 - The journey of collecting gear, studio setup, and shifting priorities
18:41 - Nashville performances and touring logistics, including day trips and hotel stays
19:30 - New music releases and working with production teams
20:54 - Carson’s recent awards and mentorship reflections
24:14 - The significance of community, mentorship, and recognition in music
27:03 - The role of Discord as a community hub for gear tips and collaboration
28:58 - Deep dive into quad cortex capabilities, captures, and workflow strategies
33:45 - Gear size, analog vs. digital, and capturing complex chains for tone
36:00 - The mini quad cortex and its fitting into smaller pedalboard setups
39:48 - Managing gear sales, gear appreciation, and the importance of processing power
43:10 - The aesthetics and workflow of digital gear: the importance of interface design
44:03 - Recording with captures, presets, and creating versatile tone chains
55:45 - Strategies for capturing intricate gear chains for consistency and tone preservation
58:35 - The future of digital models: market evolution, open source possibilities, and market dynamics
62:17 - Personal hobbies: coffee, espresso gear, and analogies for gear investment
63:56 - Wrap-up and community engagement: join the Discord for tips and conversations
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