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Allen And Heath Zed-6 Compact 6-Channel Analogue Mixer
$199.99The ZED-6 has exceptional audio quality for creative sound shaping in a compact design. ZED-6 features an exceptional new preamp design, created by analogue guru, Mike Griffin and developed from his highly acclaimed...6 Payments of $33.33
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Allen And Heath Zed-i10 Compact 6-Channel USB Mixer With DI
$379.99A high quality mixer with a 4 x 4 USB interface that allows you to bounce ideas around at home, perform live or record tracks. A perfect all-round choice for musicians, recording artists and venues, the ZEDi-10 is a...8 Payments of $47.50
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Allen And Heath Zed-6FX Compact 6-Channel Analogue Mixer With Effects
$299.99An ideal choice for quality conscious musicians, singer / songwriters and venues, the ZED-6FX delivers audio excellence in a portable format. Whether it’s bouncing ideas around at home, performing live or recording ...8 Payments of $37.50
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Allen And Heath AH-CQ18T-RK19 CQ-18T Rackmount Kit
$99.99Introducing the power of Allen And Heath’s CQ-18T rackmount kit – the ultimate addition for any sound engineer or band’s live performance. With enough space to occupy six rack units, the CQ-18T is designed to fit se...6 Payments of $16.67
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Allen And Heath AH-CQ12T-RK19 CQ-12T Rackmount Kit
$99.99Introducing the Allen And Heath CQ-12T Rackmount Kit! Perfectly designed for sound engineers and bands seeking to take their audio game to the next level, this game-changing product is set to revolutionize the way y...6 Payments of $16.67
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Allen & Heath AH-GX4816 48x16 Stagebox
$4,999.00GX4816 is a 96kHz audio expander that provides high-input-count remote expansion for SQ, Avantis and dLive mixing systems, and for the AHM-64 audio matrix processor. Each GX4816 is loaded with 48 dLive mic pr...12 Payments of $250.00
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Allen & Heath AH-M-SQ-MADI-A 64 x 64 MADI card
$999.00SQ MADI provides any SQ mixer with a 64×64 MADI interface running at either 48kHz or 96kHz. Two BNC inputs pair with two BNC outputs to allow for split or redundant setups while a dual function (in/out) BNC Wordcloc...12 Payments of $83.25
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Allen & Heath Qu-5D 32-Channel Digital Mixer Dante
$2,599.99Qu-5 takes the ever-popular Qu-16 form factor and adds Allen & Heath’s powerful XCVI processing, new FX engines and Everything I/O connectivity. There’s also a larger capacitive touchscreen, channel strip displa...12 Payments of $216.67
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Allen & Heath QU16RK19 RackMount Ear Kit For QU16
$99.99Rack mount your Qu-16 digital mixer with this rack ear kit which is specifically designed for your Allen and Heath mixer. Whether in a permanent installation or a portable PA rig, mount the Qu-16 in a standard 19 i...6 Payments of $16.67
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Allen & Heath ZED14 14 Channel Multipurpose Mixer With USB
$487.95 - $679.99The Allen and Heath ZED14 Compact USB Mixer, a small format, USB-equipped stereo mixer for live and recording! The Allen and Heath ZED14 has a fantastic pedigree which comes from nearly 40 years of making mixing ...12 Payments of $56.67
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Allen & Heath ZED18 18 Channel Multipurpose USB Mixer
$899.99Allen and Heath ZED18 USB Mixer has an incredibly advanced feature-set for a mixer at this level. It gives musicians, venues and hire companies access to 10 full mono channels and 4 stereo channels in a compact, rac...12 Payments of $75.00
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Allen & Heath ZED24 24 Channel Multipurpose Mixer With USB
$1,199.99The Zed 24 from Allen and Heath has a feature-set that is incredibly advanced for a mixer at this level. With 23 independent sources to the mix, 10 independent outputs, 4 aux sends, a USB send and return for PC or M...12 Payments of $100.00
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How to Build a Recording Studio
The one thing that unites all musicians is recording. Every musician will want to record themselves at one point or another and knowing the basics of recording gear will help you capture your performance. Whether you are just practicing and wanting to monitor your progress, or recording your music to give to your fans, there are many different recording options. You will have to dive into the basics of recording equipment to understand how to record at home.
Gone are the days when musicians needed to save up in order to book time at a professional recording studio. Due to the advances in technology and price reduction in home recording equipment, using a computer is now the most popular way to record your music at home. You don’t have to be an expert in every brand of audio interface to know that your choice has the potential to achieve a quality that is equal to (or even greater than) CDs!
American Music Supply has many great recording packages that will furnish you with everything you need to start making quality recordings at home. Maybe you already have an audio interface but are looking to purchase your first recording microphone. If this is the case, consider a large diaphragm condenser microphone. They tend to have a frequency response that best compliments the human voice and acoustic guitar as well.
The DAW - The Band and Studio in a Box
Once your signal enters your computer it must be captured using a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), a specific type of Music Production Software. Many audio interfaces come with an intro version of DAW recording software, which is enough to capture a quality recording. There are many different recording software options, each of them being able to accomplish the same thing. A good rule of thumb for those new to recording is to start with DAW software that your friends and colleagues use. This way if you have questions, you have an experienced person to talk with. All DAW platforms basically do the same things, but the work flow and layout differs in each.
After recording your tracks, you will want to add time-based effects such as reverb and delay, and dynamics processing such as compression. These effects will help your tracks sit comfortably in the mix and give depth to your recordings. A general rule of thumb is that less is more, so be sure to take the time to really use your ears. Recording is part art and part science and know that regardless of technique, if it sounds good, it is!
Recording your signal is only one part of the process. You’ll also need to monitor the output. Studio monitors and professional studio headphones will help you properly mix your recordings. Studio monitors are designed with a flat response, which means they don’t color the sound. This means that when you use studio monitors, your mix will properly translate to other speakers.
You now have your introductory list for recording equipment. An audio interface, microphones, microphone cables, headphones, and studio monitors are at the top of your list. Your recording studio equipment list will most certainly grow over time. Like any art form, practice makes perfect. Some engineers spend many years perfecting their craft. Just as you took the time to learn to play your instrument, recognize you will need to practice the craft of recording to achieve the sound you're after!