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Yamaha MG20 20 Channel Stereo Mixer
$773.99The 20 input MG20 offers 16 mic/line inputs with D-PRE preamps overlapped with 20 line inputs, 4 busses, as well as 4 AUX outputs for connecting effects units and other external processing gear. Perfect for tours, r...12 Payments of $64.50
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Mackie Mix5 5 Channel Compact Mixer
$79.99The Mix5 5-channel compact mixer is reliably rugged, with the proven quality you expect from Mackie, the world leader in compact mixer design. Perfect for straightforward applications that incorporate a single mic w...4 Payments of $20.00
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Allen & Heath ZED12FX 12 Channel Multipurpose Mixer With USB And FX
$719.95 - $799.99The Allen and Heath ZED 12FX USB Mixer provides 12 audio channels including 6 DuoPreTM mic pre-amps for unsurpassed quality in its class. In addition to the DuoPreTM mic pre-amps, 100mm faders and MusiQ EQ sectio...12 Payments of $66.67
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ART CLEANBox Pro Dual Channel Level Converter
$94.95 - $105.99A rugged, compact, and portable unit, the CLEANBoxPro provides two channels of unbalanced to balanced level conversion and two channels of balanced to unbalanced level conversion. Balanced lines offer increased immu...6 Payments of $17.67
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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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Avantone AV10 MHF Aged High frequency Drop-In Replacement Tweeter
$119.00The Authentic Custom-Aged Replacement Tweeter for Avantone Pro CLA-10 / Yamaha NS-10M. The AV10-MHF Aged is a faithful re-creation of the original NS-10 high-frequency driver. We treated our best-selling AV10 ...6 Payments of $19.83
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Gator RI-STRK-14U-BLK 14U Wood Rack Cabinet Black
$189.99The Rok-It 14U Wood Rack Cabinet is the perfect solution for organizing and displaying your pro audio equipment in home studios, control rooms, and professional recording spaces. Designed for versatility and durabil...6 Payments of $31.67
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IK Multimedia ARC Studio Room Acoustic Correction Processor
$349.99The ARC Studio dramatically improves your mixing accuracy with any monitors in any room. There’s a reason all today’s highest-end studio monitors are adding active room correction – it supercharges their performance...8 Payments of $43.75
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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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Ultimate Support MS90 Studio Monitor Stands
$339.99 - $459.99The Ultimate Support MS90 Studio Monitor Stands offers unparalleleded innovation and strength for professional, project, and home studios alike. The MS90 is a column monitor stand that offers internal cable manageme...8 Payments of $42.50
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Pioneer DJ DM40D BT Desktop Monitors Pair
$239.00Optimal listening experience! The updated DM40D BT speakers offer Bluetooth connection capability and system upgrades to the compact DM-40 models, which have served DJs and producers well for several years. A...6 Payments of $39.83
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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!