Topic: Apollo Universal Audio

3 chapters across the catalog

Geopolitical Chernobyl
Episode 759

759: Geopolitical Chernobyl

Jackson Hole, RV Power Issues, and Stream Glitches

Adam Curry broadcasts from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, while traveling in an Airstream trailer on the "I Love Laundry Tour." Technical difficulties involving a failed power inverter and low battery voltage forced the use of a running car engine as a makeshift generator. Curry also addresses audio glitches from the previous episode caused by a software crash and corrupted recording files.

Oatmeal
Episode 701 5:26 - 10:48

701: Oatmeal

Universal Audio Apollo Software Update Technical Failures

A detailed account of a technical failure involving the Universal Audio Apollo Twin audio interface follows a software update. Despite rules against installing updates before a show, the installer began modifying drivers automatically after a Firefox download. The resulting interface changes and routing issues caused a significant delay in the broadcast, eventually requiring a firmware downgrade to restore functionality.

Extractive
Episode 641 1:32:02 - 1:34:30

641: Extractive

Podcast Production Gear, UAD-2 Plugins

Adam Curry provides technical details on the show's audio production. He uses an Apollo Twin interface with UAD-2 plugins, specifically the API Vision Channel Strip and the Neve 88RS. He explains how these tools create the show's distinct "flat" waveform and professional sound signature.