KNOBS — Season 1 Episode 1 Analog vs Digital: Why Workflow Matters More Than Gear

In the very first episode of Knobs, Simon Moro and Terry Hart dive headfirst into one of audio’s oldest arguments: analog vs digital.

But instead of obsessing over whether tape sounds warmer or plugins perfectly model vintage gear, the conversation takes a different turn, exploring the psychology of workflow, creativity, speed, signal flow, and why the way you interact with audio can dramatically shape the outcome of a mix.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why analog consoles encourage faster, more instinctive mixing
• The hidden psychological impact of mixing with a mouse
• Why speed matters so much in the first 20 minutes of a mix
• Parallel workflow vs serial workflow
• Signal flow and why understanding  ...