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Pioneer DJ VM50 5.25" Powered Studio Monitor
$209.00The VM-50 studio monitor combines slick, professional design with flexible DSP settings to deliver artists a clear, low-distortion listening experience, suitable for any setting. With music production and performanc...6 Payments of $34.83
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Mackie M-Caster Studio Live Streaming Mixer
$223.95 - $227.95The powerful M•Caster Studio is a compact Live Streaming Production Studio for streaming on mobile devices, laptops, and in the studio. Plug in your mic, sweeten your sound with ContourFX and StreamFX, then stream i...6 Payments of $37.33
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Audio Technica AT-UMX3 USB Desktop Audio Mixer
$139.95 - $159.00The perfect desktop audio mixer for novices and experienced users alike, the AT-UMX3 is a compact, feature-rich USB mixer that delivers high-quality sound for livestreams and other applications. Featuring a high-per...6 Payments of $26.50
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Mackie M-Caster Live Portable Streaming Mixer
$49.95 - $59.95M•Caster Live is the ultimate portable audio solution for streaming on mobile devices. Plug in your mic, sweeten your sound with ContourFX and StreamFX, then stream in minutes. With ContourFX, your voice will reach ...4 Payments of $14.99
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Neumann KH150 6" Powered Studio Monitor
$1,699.00Authentic sound with no coloration, the KH150 is a DSP-powered, bi-amplified studio monitor with deep bass response and outstanding resolution Neumann KH150 6" Powered Studio Monitor Features Linear fr...12 Payments of $141.58
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Yamaha URX22 USB Audio Interface with Touchscreen
$399.99Yamaha URX22 USB Audio Interface: Your Studio's Next Level You've put in the hours. You've learned the ropes. Your audio game is strong, but you've hit a wall. Your current setup just isn't cutting it, and your cre...8 Payments of $50.00
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Yamaha URX44 USB Audio Interface with Touchscreen
$449.95 - $499.99Yamaha URX44 USB Audio Interface: The Command Center for Your Creativity You’ve paid your dues. You’ve untangled more cables than a roadie, and you’ve spent countless hours honing your craft. Now, your creativity i...8 Payments of $62.50
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Yamaha URX44V USB Audio Interface with Touchscreen
$799.99Yamaha URX44V USB Audio Interface: Sight, Sound, and Swagger You’ve mastered the mix. You’ve conquered the compressor. You know your way around a DAW better than your own kitchen. But in this brave new world of str...12 Payments of $66.67
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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!