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Mackie MRS10 10" Powered Studio Subwoofer
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Mackie MobileMix 8-Channel USB Powered Mixer
$249.99The Mackie MobileMix is the easiest way to get legendary Mackie sound into your phone, tablet or DSLR camera. From live streaming with your phone to video production and mobile journalism, MobileMix delivers profess...6 Payments of $41.67
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Mackie Mix5 5 Channel Compact Mixer
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Mackie Big Knob Studio Monitor Control with USB I/O
$249.99Just add monitors! Mackie Big Knob Studio combines premium 192khz/24-bit recording with the proven performance of the world’s bestselling monitor controller. Capture world-class recordings via dual Onyx™ preamps and...6 Payments of $41.67
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Mackie Onyx16 16-Channel Premium Analog USB Mixer
$749.99Delivering professional studio-quality sound, the Onyx16 is a 16-channel premium analog mixer with multitrack USB. Record and playback to and from your Mac/PC via USB or recording your main mix directly to an SD car...12 Payments of $62.50
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Mackie 402VLZ4 4 Channel Ultra Compact Stereo Mixer
$134.95 - $149.99The 4-channel Mackie 402VLZ4 Ultra Compact Stereo Mixer features two Mackie Onyx mic preamps in an ultra-compact design that is an industry-leading performer ideal for professional low-input applications. Every fe...6 Payments of $25.00
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Mackie DLZ Creator XS Compact Digital Mixer
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Mackie CR45 Powered Studio Monitors
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Mackie CR35BT Bluetooth Powered Studio Monitors
$129.99The Mackie CR3.5BT Bluetooth Creative Reference Powered Studio Monitors combine professional-quality sound with a tone shaping knob for moving from studio reference to casual listening to party mode. Featuring a ...6 Payments of $21.67
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Mackie 802VLZ4 8 Channel Compact Stereo Mixer
$196.95 - $219.99If you require high quality but not a lot of inputs, look no further than the Mackie 802VLZ4 Compact Stereo Mixer ! The 8-channel sound board features 3 professional quality Mackie Onyx mic preamps in a desk-friend...6 Payments of $36.67
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Mackie Big Knob Studio Plus Monitor Controller
$349.99Big Knob Studio+ is truly a nerve center for any professional studio. Mackie Big Knob Studio+ delivers a modernized, smart monitoring control solution based on the bestselling Big Knob, plus integrated USB recording...8 Payments of $43.75
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Mackie Big Knob Passive Studio Monitor Controller
$69.99Mackie Big Knob Passive offers a rock-solid monitor control solution for any studio. Choose your source, choose your monitor and control it all with one Big Knob. Mackie Big Knob Passive Studio Monitor Con...4 Payments of $17.50
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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!