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ART PROCHANNEL III Multivoice Microphone Preamp Channel Strip
$469.99The ART Pro Channel III is a channel strip with selectable microphone impedance, two compression voicings, and semi-parametric EQ. It was designed for recording musicians seeking an affordable character preamp with ...8 Payments of $58.75
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ART CLEANBox Pro Dual Channel Level Converter
$94.95 - $105.99A rugged, compact, and portable unit, the CLEANBoxPro provides two channels of unbalanced to balanced level conversion and two channels of balanced to unbalanced level conversion. Balanced lines offer increased immu...6 Payments of $17.67
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ART SCL2 Dual / Stereo Compressor / Limiter / Expander / Gate
$199.99The SCL2 is a highly sophisticated and flexible dynamics processor designed for easy operation and great tone. The unit can be adjusted to provide anything from smooth subtle compression to hard limiting. Noise redu...6 Payments of $33.33
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ART Solo MPA Single Channel Tube Mic Preamp
$305.99The ART Solo MPA MultiVoice Tube Preamplifier picks up where built-in preamps drop off. Combining the best of both worlds, the Solo MPA allows users to blend between a pristine low-noise/low-distortion solid state t...8 Payments of $38.25
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ART Solo VLA Single Channel Multi-Voice Compressor
$275.99Whether it’s to fatten up an instrument take, smooth out a vocal performance or prevent clipping while laying down tracks, the ART Solo VLA will elevate your projects to the next Level. The Solo VLA has lots of soun...6 Payments of $46.00
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ART ProMIX Three Channel Microphone Mono Mixer
$184.99Problem: You need to add 3 mics to a mixer, which only has one available channel. Solution: Insert a ProMIX between the mics and the mixer. Each mic channel on the ProMIX has both phantom power and low-freque...6 Payments of $30.83
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ART USBMix4 Four Channel Mixer And USB Audio Interface
$119.99Compact, easy to use and with impressive I/O and great quality for a fantastic end result, the ART USBMix4 is a great starting point for building a personal home studio! Perfect for podcasters, songwriters or at hom...6 Payments of $20.00
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ART USB Dual Pre Two Channel Microphone Preamp with USB Interface
$104.99Every home studio or mobile recording setup will benefit in adding thhe Art USB Dual Pre! The USB Dual Pre is a full-featured high quality dual portable preamplifier and computer interface packed into a compact rugg...6 Payments of $17.50
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ART MacroMIX Four Channel Personal Mixer
$95.99Problem: You need to mix a CD and a VCR’s audio output with a synthesizer and the line output of a bass amp and send it all to a PC or cassette deck. Solution: Connect an MacroMIX between your audio sources ...4 Payments of $24.00
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ART MX821S Eight Channel Mic/Line Mixer
$219.99A versatile rack mount mixer, the ART MX821S combines eight independent input channels into a stereo line-level output. Each input channel accepts a balanced XLR microphone input or unbalanced 1/4-inch TS line-level...6 Payments of $36.67
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ART PowerMIX III 3-Channel Mini Stereo Line Mixer
$149.99A rugged stereo mixer with a small footprint! Recording home artists and podcasters use the PowerMIX III to connect multiple devices such as computers, iPad, keyboard, etc to a stereo output. The PowerMIX III has sm...6 Payments of $25.00
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ART Pro VLA III Multivoice Compressor
$449.99The Pro VLA compressor has been one of the most popular ART products for over two decades. It’s the secret weapon. The cult classic. The Rochester sound. Tape Op called the original “one of the best compressors ever...8 Payments of $56.25
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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!