Behind the Space Bar

From Studio to Stage

Learn how to become a World-Class Playback Engineer. Hosted by Ableton Live Certified Trainer Will Doggett. New Episodes every Monday @ 10AM ET.

95 Episodes

Apple Silicon vs Intel Macs for Playback
8/25/2025
20:59
This week we're talking Apple products. Specifically, the differences between Apple silicon and intel processors, and which one you should consider for playback.Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backline ★ Support this podcast ★
Ableton & Lightkey
8/18/2025
24:40
This week we discuss how to use Ableton with Lightkey. Specifically, using Ableton and MIDI to preprogram your lights for easy recall. https://lightkeyapp.com/enTake your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backline ★ Support this podcast ★
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Crash Into MIDI | Solutions For Making MIDI More Stable
8/11/2025
17:31
This week we discuss how to solve issues related to crashing MIDI in our Ableton sessions. Is it cables, adapters, USB hubs? We get into how to diagnose the problem and potential work arounds.Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backline ★ Support this podcast ★
Redundancy and the iConnectivity AUDIO4c
8/4/2025
19:19
On this week's episode, we revisit our favorite topic (redundancy) through the filter of the iConnectivity AUDIO4c, as well as other iConnectivity gear.Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backlinePlayAUDIO1UiConnectivity AUDIO4c ★ Support this podcast ★
Division of Labor vs Redundancy
7/28/2025
26:35
This week we discuss redundancy (one of our favorites) and a very closely related topic, division of labor.What are they?Which is more important?Is one more expensive than the other?Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backlinePlayAUDIO1U ★ Support this podcast ★
How to get the gig, and keep it!
7/21/2025
37:13
We're back with a 2nd episode with our friend, Tyler Prange. Tyler shares some wisdom about getting gigs, meeting people in the industry, and some advice for people trying to get started in the world of playback.Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backline ★ Support this podcast ★
Professional Playback Engineer Experiences & Expectations
7/14/2025
40:56
This week we're joined by Will's long time friend, former student, and coworker, Tyler Prange. Tyler is a professional, world traveling, playback engineer with a wealth of experience and knowledge to share. Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backline ★ Support this podcast ★
Mac mini or MacBook Pro, Resilio Sync, and Balancing Confidence with Curiosity
7/8/2025
22:55
Join Will for the another solo episode as he answers some rapid-fire IG questions. Topics include deciding which Mac is right for you (mini vs MacBook Pro), using Resilio Sync, and how to be confident while staying curious.Check below for links mentioned during the episode.YouTube - Part 1YouTube - Part 2Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backlineMac miniMacbook AirGL-iNet RouterResilio SyncAbleSet LTC DisplayLIOBOX ★ Support this podcast ★
Dante, Timecode Redundancy, and Managing CPU
6/30/2025
14:43
Will is back with another solo episode from the road. Will is back with another solo episode from the road. In this rapid fire style episode, Will answers X questions about Dante, redundancy when using Timecode, using the Radial BackTrack, and managing CPU usage with Ableton.YouTube - Part 1Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backline ★ Support this podcast ★
Playback with Keys Redundancy and Stem Leveling
6/23/2025
17:19
Will is on the road for a run of three shows and decides to take some time out for some rapid fire IG questions.Topics include redundancy, stem leveling, and more!Take your first step towards becoming a world-class Playback Engineer, download our free Playback Template!Download for Freehttps://fromstudiotostage.com/templateSend us a question on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fromstudiotostageig/Links & Resources Mentioned in this Videohttps://pages.fromstudiotostage.com/backline ★ Support this podcast ★

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Behind the Space Bar

From Studio to Stage

95 Episodes

Apple Silicon vs Intel Macs for Playback

Ableton & Lightkey

Crash Into MIDI | Solutions For Making MIDI More Stable

Redundancy and the iConnectivity AUDIO4c

Division of Labor vs Redundancy

How to get the gig, and keep it!

Professional Playback Engineer Experiences & Expectations

Mac mini or MacBook Pro, Resilio Sync, and Balancing Confidence with Curiosity

Dante, Timecode Redundancy, and Managing CPU

Playback with Keys Redundancy and Stem Leveling