2 chapters across the catalog
A technical discussion ensues regarding the importance of professional XLR connectors over "dipshit" USB connectors for microphones. The hosts explain that XLR cables are balanced, shielded, and designed for low impedance to prevent accidental disconnection. They share anecdotes about tripping over cables and the need for "roadies" to tape down equipment.
The hosts discuss Leo Laporte's professional studio setup in Northern California. Curry explains the technical difficulty of monitoring processed digital audio in real-time without the "delay" that causes speakers to stutter. He notes that while current hardware is excellent for music production, it is not yet optimized for live, processed voice monitoring on a single portable machine.
