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Fluid Audio DS8 Desktop Monitor Stands Pair
$59.00The Fluid Audio DS8 stand elevates your monitors closer to ear-level which means you get better on-axis response. As the high frequencies coming from tweeters can be somewhat directional (or “beamy”), getting them ...h m s
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Allen And Heath AH-CQ12T-RK19 CQ-12T Rackmount Kit
$99.99Introducing the Allen And Heath CQ-12T Rackmount Kit! Perfectly designed for sound engineers and bands seeking to take their audio game to the next level, this game-changing product is set to revolutionize the way y...6 Payments of $16.67
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Zoom ZBCQ2N Battery Case for Q2n Q2n-4K
$35.95 - $39.99Custom designed for the Q2n and Q2n-4K Handy Video Recorders, the BCQ-2n battery case allows you to load up four additional AA batteries to extend the recording time by up to four times longer....h m s
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Gemini GEM12USB 12-Channel Mixer with USB and Bluetooth
$106.95 - $119.95The GEM-12USB provides you all the controls you need to customize your sound. The flagship GEM-12USB mixer is designed to make podcasting easy. Equipped with Bluetooth streaming, USB playback, customizable sound, an...6 Payments of $19.99
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Zoom ZSSH6E SSH-6e Stereo Shotgun Mic Capsule
$98.95 - $109.99SSH-6e Stereo Shotgun Mic: For Crystal Clear Recording More than Stereo The SSH-6e is a mid-side shotgun microphone which captures direct sound and ambience in fine detail. With precise control over th...6 Payments of $18.33
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Mackie CreatorSling Sling Bag for Creators
$89.99The CreatorSling from Mackie is an ultra-comfortable bag for on-the-go creators. Throw in your gear and get to your destination in style. A built in USB cable makes it easy to charge your devices from a backup batte...4 Payments of $22.50
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Zoom MSM1 Q4 or Q8 Microphone Stand Mount
$34.99The MSM-1 Mic Stand Mount can be used to mount your Zoom Q4 or Q8 to any mic stand or other tube. It can also be used with any three prong action camera mount. This mic stand mount with two prong action camera mount...h m s
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TASCAM AK-BT1 Bluetooth Adaptor
$49.00The Tascam AK-BT1 is a Bluetooth adapter that enables wireless remote control for compatible TASCAM products. When used with the product control app on a smart phone or tablet, remote control and other available fun...4 Payments of $12.25
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Hosa F5SH6 CAIG DeoxIT FaderLube 5% Spray
$19.99Hosa F5SH6 CAIG DeoxIT FaderLube Contact Cleaner Spray is specifically designed for use on conductive plastic and carbon compounds. This F5SH6 contact cleaner spray was designed for use as a general treatment for c... -
Alto Professional TRUEMIX 500 5-Channel USB Mixer
$89.00Whether you’re a sound engineer, band, home recording enthusiast, or anyone in between, the Alto Professional TrueMix 500 5-Channel USB Mixer is the ideal solution for any audio mixing application. Packed with an ar...4 Payments of $22.25
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PreSonus EM-Mount EarMix 16M Personal Mixer Stand Mount
$72.99The EM-Mount is a mounting kit designed specifically for the PreSonus EarMix 16M AVB Personal Monitor Mixer, allowing it to be mounted on either a microphone stand or music stand. It supports two mounting options: i...4 Payments of $18.25
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Zoom EXH-6e XLR/TRS Capsule For H6
$92.95 - $109.99Expand Your Recording The EXH-6e features 2 XLR/TRS inputs and a 3.5mm stereo mic/line input for an added level of flexibility in your recording. Plug in microphones, instruments, mixers, and more. Zoom...6 Payments of $18.33
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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!