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Allen And Heath CQ-18T Wireless Digital Mixer
$1,199.99Allen and Heath CQ-18T Compact Desktop Wireless Digital Mixer Mix like a pro without breaking a sweat (or your back, for that matter). Meet the Allen and Heath CQ-18T: a compact digital mixer that combines prof...12 Payments of $100.00
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Yamaha HS5 5 Inch Powered Studio Monitor
$169.99 - $849.97Yamaha HS5: Accurate Monitoring in a Compact Studio Footprint The Yamaha HS5 powered studio monitor has one mission: to deliver brutally honest sound reproduction for modern music production. In a world of spea...12 Payments of $70.83
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Yamaha HS8 8 Inch Powered Studio Monitor
$339.14 - $1,297.97Yamaha HS8W 8 Inch Powered Studio Monitor The Yamaha HS8 Powered Studio Monitor yields remarkably flat response from an 8 inch and 1 inch tweeter that have been redesigned by the engineers at Yamaha to deliver un...12 Payments of $66.50
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Yamaha HS8S 8 Inch Powered Studio Subwoofer
$379.95 - $424.99Yamaha HS8S 8 Inch Powered Studio Subwoofer When it comes to delivering impeccable low-end clarity, the Yamaha HS8S 8-Inch Powered Studio Subwoofer doesn’t just step up — it shakes the floor. Designed with precis...8 Payments of $53.12
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Solid State Logic Revival 4000 Analogue Mic Pre
$1,799.00 - $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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Allen And Heath CQ-12T Wireless Digital Mixer
$899.99Allen & Heath CQ-12T Compact Desktop Wireless Digital Mixer Ready to ditch the audio engineering headaches? Meet the Allen & Heath CQ-12T, the compact mixer that fits in your backpack but sounds like it b...12 Payments of $75.00
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Allen & Heath Qu-5 32-Channel Digital Mixer
$1,999.99Allen & Heath Qu-5 32-Channel Digital Mixer For engineers who crave cutting-edge power in a familiar, compact footprint, the Allen & Heath Qu-5 is a game-changer. Building on the beloved Qu-16 design, the...12 Payments of $166.67
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Zoom Q8n-4K Handy Video And 4-Track Audio Recorder
$399.99Zoom Q8n-4K Handy Video And 4-Track Audio Recorder The Zoom Q8n-4K is the ultimate multi-tool for content creators, combining crystal-clear 4-track audio with breathtaking 4K video in one compact package. Whether...8 Payments of $50.00
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Adam Audio A77H Dual 7" Active True 3-Way Midfield Studio Monitor
$1,499.99Adam Audio A77H Dual 7" Active True 3-Way Midfield Studio Monitor The Adam Audio A77H is a powerful, precise, and profoundly articulate 3-way midfield monitor built for creators who refuse to compromise. With its...12 Payments of $125.00
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Warm Audio WA-1B All-Tube Transformer-Balanced Optical Compressor
$1,169.00 - $1,299.00Warm Audio WA-1B All-Tube Transformer-Balanced Optical Compressor The ultimate compression tool for recording engineers is the Warm Audio WA-1B All-Tube Optical Compressor. This tube opto design has been recreate...12 Payments of $108.25
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Yamaha MG10XU 10 Channel Stereo USB Mixer with Effects
$250.74Yamaha MG10XU 10-Channel USB Mixer with Effects Meet the Yamaha MG10XU: the compact mixer that's your perfect partner for intimate gigs, busy home studios, and every creative content project. Yamaha, the audio ar...6 Payments of $41.79
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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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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!