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Solid State Logic Revival 4000 Analogue Mic Pre
$1,999.99Solid State Logic Revival 4000 Analogue Mic Pre The Solid State Logic Revival 4000 is here to transport your tracks straight into the golden age of analog, all housed in a single, slick 1U rack. For decades, the ...12 Payments of $166.67
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Solid State Logic Fusion Mixbus Processor
$2,699.99Solid State Logic Fusion Mixbus Processor The Solid State Logic Fusion Mixbus Processor brings analog character to the heart of modern hybrid studios. This 2U stereo outboard processor goes beyond basic audio pro...12 Payments of $225.00
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Solid State Logic Super 9000 Analogue Mic Preamp
$1,999.99Solid State Logic Super 9000 Channel Strip The Solid State Logic Super 9000 channel strip is the direct descendant of the legendary SL 9000 J and K series consoles, packed into a sleek 1U rack space. This isn’...12 Payments of $166.67
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Solid State Logic SSL 12 12x4 USB-C Audio Interface
$499.99Solid State Logic SSL 12 12x4 USB-C Audio Interface The Solid State Logic SSL 12 USB-C interface is the high-performance bridge between your backpack and a world-class rack room. Taking the sonic DNA of the SSL 2...8 Payments of $62.50
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Solid State Logic The BusPlus SSL Bus Compressor
$2,999.99Solid State Logic The Bus Plus SSL Bus Compressor For decades, the SSL Bus Compressor has been the secret ingredient for top engineers and producers, the essential tool for making mixes sound bigger, fuller, and ...12 Payments of $250.00
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Solid State Logic 500 Series B-Series Dynamics
$899.99The 4000 B Dynamics (B-DYN) 500 series module takes the dynamics processor found in the channel strip of the SL 4000 B console and puts it into 500 Series format. Released in 1976, the 4000 B was the first console e...12 Payments of $75.00
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Solid State Logic Ultraviolet EQ
$699.99The ULTRAVIOLET Stereo Equaliser (UV EQ) brings the renowned minimum phase-shift Violet stereo EQ section from Fusion into a 500-series format. It features two fully parametric SSL mid-band EQs with precision 'Focus...12 Payments of $58.33
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Solid State Logic PureDrive Quad 4 Channel Mic Pre
$1,399.99PURE DRIVE QUAD continues the Origin legacy into rack format, delivering four microphone preamps with ORIGIN’s renowned PURE and DRIVE modes. However, it takes it further, adding a new ‘Asymmetric’ DRIVE, advanced d...12 Payments of $116.67
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Solid State Logic 500 Series E-Series Dynamics Mk2
$899.99The new E Series Dynamics Module for 500 Series racks reproduces the legendary sonic signature of an early 80s classic, the SL 4000 E console channel strip, which was featured on countless recordings from the 1980s....12 Payments of $75.00
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Solid State Logic E-EQ Mk2 500 Series Equalizer
$899.99The E-Series EQ 500 series module reproduces the legendary sonic signature of an early 80's classic, the equalizer section of the Solid State Logic SL 4000 E console channel strip, which has featured on countless cl...12 Payments of $75.00
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Solid State Logic 500 Stereo Bus Compressor Mk3
$1,599.99The legendary sound of the SSL Stereo Bus Compressor has been uniting mixes for over 40 years. Often imitated but never equaled, the center section compressor from the 1980s Solid State Logic G-Series analog console...12 Payments of $133.33
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Solid State Logic PureDrive Octo 8 Channel Mic Pre
$2,499.99PURE DRIVE OCTO continues the legacy into rack format, delivering eight microphone preamps with ORIGIN’s renowned PURE and DRIVE modes, but takes it further, adding a new ‘Asymmetric’ DRIVE, advanced digital conn...12 Payments of $208.33
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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!