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Samson MS200 Studio Monitor Speaker Stands Pair
$149.95Samson's MS200 Studio Monitor Stands raise your studio performance to a new level. Sold as a pair, these professional-grade monitor stands feature a steel-constructed design with a sleek black finish. The MS200 stan...6 Payments of $24.99
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Samson SA SPATCHPLUS 48-Point Patchbay Plus
$189.99The Samson S-Patch Plus 48-point Balanced Patchbay is a 48-channel, fully balanced patchbay that provides a convenient, central point to make all your audio connections. Featuring solid construction with 48 phone pl...6 Payments of $31.67
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Samson Resolv SE8 Active Studio Monitor
$279.99Accurate sound and 100 watts of power, the Resolv SE8 active studio monitor features a dedicated power amp and electronic crossover. Producing a true natural sound so you hear every detail of your music, the Resolv...6 Payments of $46.67
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Samson MixPad MXP144FX Stereo USB Mixer with Effects
$349.99Samson's MixPad MXP144FX 14-Channel Analog Stereo Mixer with Effects and USB combines uncompromising sonic quality with roadworthy durability. The MXP144FX boasts an ultra-low noise, high headroom design from every ...8 Payments of $43.75
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Samson SA SZONE S-ZONE Stereo 4 Zone Mixer
$479.99The Samson S-Zone 4-Input/4-Zone Stereo Mixer gives system installers all the features they need to control up to four zones of audio with a compact, single rack space unit. It features two balanced mic and four ste...8 Payments of $60.00
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Samson SM10 Rackmount Stereo Line Mixer
$349.99The Samson SM10 line mixer is a versatile and reliable addition to your audio setup! This generously packed Samson SM10 stereo mixer is perfect on stage, in studios, boardrooms, health clubs, restaurants, houses of...8 Payments of $43.75
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Samson Resolv SE5 Active Studio Monitor
$149.99When accurate sound reproduction is needed, producers choose the Samson Resolv SE5 Active Studio Monitor. Designed with the latest innovations in speark engineering, the Resolv SE5 monitor provides superb stereo im...6 Payments of $25.00
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Samson MediaOne 10S Active Studio Subwoofer
$249.99Samson’s MediaOne 10S Active Studio Subwoofer is the ideal subwoofer for all your multimedia needs. Whether you’re listening to music, producing tracks, watching videos or gaming, the MediaOne 10S offers premium per...6 Payments of $41.67
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Samson SM4U 4-Channel Rackmount Stereo Line Mixer
$249.99The SM4U features an array of connections for both wired and wireless audio sources. Plug-in a wired microphone to the XLR-1/4" combo jack, or go hands-free by connecting a Samson XPD Digital Wireless* system to the...6 Payments of $41.67
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Samson MA25 High Rise Mic Gain Booster
$99.99The Samson High-Rise is a compact, inline signal booster that provides up to +30 dB of transparent gain for connecting low-output microphones to mixers, audio interfaces, and preamps. Whether you are capturing spoke...6 Payments of $16.67
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Samson MixPad MXP124FX Stereo Mixer with Effects and USB
$189.95 - $199.99Samson's MixPad MXP124FX Compact, 12-Channel Analog Stereo Mixer with Effects and USB combines uncompromising sonic quality with roadworthy durability. The MXP124FX boasts an ultra-low noise, high headroom design fr...6 Payments of $33.33
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Samson MX3BT MediaOne 3 Inch Powered Studio Monitors
$119.99The MediaOne MX3BT desktop studio monitors are pairs of bi-amped speakers designed for multimedia applications. With balanced 1/4" audio inputs, a 1/8" Aux input, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and headphone outpu...6 Payments of $20.00
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Recording Equipment
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!