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Focal Pro Twin 6 ST6 Dual 6.5" 2.5-Way Powered Studio Monitor Red
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Focal Sub One Dual 8" Active Powered Studio Subwoofer
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Focal Alpha Twin EVO Dual 6.5" Powered Studio Monitor
$639.00Focal Alpha Twin EVO Dual Powered Studio Monitor Get ready for a powerful and precise audio experience. The Focal Alpha Twin EVO is a precision monitor designed for producers who need high volume without sacrific...12 Payments of $53.25
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Focal Trio6ST Black 3-Way Powered Studio Monitor
$3,499.00Focal Trio6ST 3-Way Powered Studio Monitor Meet the Focal Trio6, the versatile monitor your studio needs. More than just a speaker, it adapts seamlessly to any mix. From tracking deep bass to refining delicate vo...12 Payments of $250.00
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Focal Shape 65 6.5" 2-Way Active Powered Studio Monitor
$769.00 - $799.95Shape 65 is the reference of Focal’s incredible Shape line. Although it’s dedicated to nearfield monitoring, this monitor enables extraordinary monitoring quality, in the lowest to the highest frequencies. Simply a ...12 Payments of $64.08
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Focal Solo6ST Black 2-Way Powered Studio Monitor
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Focal Shape Twin Dual 5-Inch Powered Studio Monitor
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Focal Alpha 80 EVO 8" 2-Way Full Range Powered Studio Monitor
$529.00 - $1,258.00The Alpha 80 Evo deliver the sound of the original work to assist you on your journey of producing music. Alpha 80 Evo has a 1" (25mm) Aluminium tweeter and a 8" (20cm) woofer with Slatefiber cone developed and manu...12 Payments of $104.83
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Focal Pro Sub 12 ST6 Powered Studio Subwoofer Red
$2,999.00Sub12 is a highly articulate subwoofer offering a level of definition, dynamics and sub-bass that is unrivalled in its price bracket. Thanks to its high excursion woofer and 1000W peak amplification, the Sub12's tra...12 Payments of $249.92
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Focal Shape 50 5-inch Active Powered Studio Monitor
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Focal Alpha 50 EVO 5-Inch 2-Way Powered Studio Monitor
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Focal Alpha 65 EVO 6-Inch 2-Way Powered Studio Monitor
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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!