Recording Studio Rockstars RSR501 - Colt Capperrune - Redesigning a Studio: The Atmos Experience
Apr 11, 2025
Colt Capperrune, a seasoned producer and mix engineer with over 21 years in music, shares his insights on upgrading to Dolby Atmos mixing. He discusses the transformative power of immersive audio for productions and the importance of headphone mixing for beginners. Colt also dives into DIY studio construction, optimal ergonomics, and using innovative tools like the Mac Mini for enhanced performance. Plus, he reveals his journey in content creation, leveraging his YouTube channel to engage artists and showcase his mixing techniques.
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DIY Studio Build Becomes YouTube Hit
- Colt filmed his nine-month DIY studio build and published it as an in-depth video documentary.
- The build video became one of his most-watched uploads and taught him better ways to document projects.
Edit Long Build Footage Efficiently
- When documenting long projects, batch-import clips in chronological order and speed up non-verbal footage.
- Use speaking segments sparingly to explain shifts and keep the story coherent.
YouTube Attracted Peers, Not Clients
- Colt found his YouTube audience were peers wanting to learn, not clients hiring him.
- The channel grew teaching what he wished he'd had as mentorship early on.
