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PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 Digital Mixer
$1,619.00 - $1,799.99PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 Digital Mixer The PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 is a 40-channel beast elegantly disguised in a compact, rack-mountable frame. This digital mixer is your ticket to large...12 Payments of $150.00
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PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 32 Digital Mixer
$2,549.00 - $2,999.99PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 32 Digital Mixer When you need the power of a large-format console but don't have the space for one, the PreSonus StudioLive SE 32 Digital Mixer is your new best friend. It’s a 4...12 Payments of $250.00
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PreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8 Channel USB Mixer
$359.95 - $399.99PreSonus designed the StudioLive AR8c USB-C 8-channel hybrid mixer with impeccable recording quality and an easy to use layout with all the features needed to get a great sound, and nothing you don’t need! This is q...8 Payments of $50.00
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PreSonus Eris Pro 4 4.5" Active Coaxial 2-Way Studio Monitor
$179.95 - $199.99The Eris Pro 4 reference monitors employ a single point-source coaxial design for clear and accurate sound reproduction. This design provides superior phase alignment between components and delivers a wide sweet spo...6 Payments of $33.33
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PreSonus Eris Pro 6 6" Active Coaxial 2-way Powered Studio Monitors
$259.99 - $264.95The Presonus Eris Pro 6.5 inch co-axial studio monitor is your ideal companion to get precision and accuracy in sound production. Constituting a single acoustic point source that provides a natural listening experie...6 Payments of $43.33
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PreSonus Eris Studio 4 4" 2-Way Active Studio Monitor
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PreSonus Sceptre S6 Powered Studio Monitor
$349.95The first time you hear the PreSonus Sceptre S6 Powered Studio Monitor , you'll discover fine nuances of your music that can't be reproduced by conventional designs. The Sceptre's panoramic soundstage, fine detail,...8 Payments of $43.74
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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!