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Boss Micro BR-80 Digital Recorder
$383.99Built in microphones, multi-track recording, jam along tracks and so much more! The Boss Micro BR-80 Portable Digital Recorder is the ultimate pocket-sized recording and jam-along tool for guitarists and other musi...8 Payments of $48.00
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Rupert Neve Designs R6 Six-Space 500 Series Rack
$589.95 - $699.00Not all racks are created equal. With abundant power and versatile connections, the R6 delivers peace of mind for engineers who demand a higher degree of confidence in their 500 series racks. Power ...12 Payments of $58.25
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PreSonus EarMix 16M 16x2 AVB Networked Personal Monitor Mixer
$424.95 - $499.99A pro-grade AVB-enabled mixer that allows artists to dial in exactly what’s needed to achieve the best performance possible! Designed to work seamlessly with PreSonus’ StudioLive Series III family of mixers, yet com...8 Payments of $62.50
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Rupert Neve Designs 543 500 Series Compressor
$999.00Punchy, thick, and versatile. Originally developed for the dynamics circuit of the acclaimed Shelford Channel, the Neve 535 Diode Bridge Compressor captures the soul of Rupert Neve’s original 2254 compressor whil...12 Payments of $83.25
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Focusrite Scarlett OctoPre Multichannel Mic Preamp with ADAT
$579.99Scarlett OctoPre gives you eight additional inputs. It's the ideal way to expand your Scarlett - or any other interface with an ADAT input. Scarlett OctoPre features eight 2nd Generation Scarlett mic inputs - balanc...8 Payments of $72.50
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Zoom H6studio Handy Portable Digital Recorder
$359.95 - $399.99Pro Audio Everytime You Press Record The H6studio features large diaphragm XY microphones, four studio grade preamps, and 32 bit float recording with dedicated gain knobs. Built with F-Series technology, it’s th...8 Payments of $50.00
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KRK Kreate 5 Powered Studio Monitor
$149.95 - $169.00The KRK KREATE SERIES monitors bring amazing value and legendary KRK studio monitoring performance to musicians, engineers, producers, and content creators. Available in three sizes, these best-in-class two-way stud...6 Payments of $28.17
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Warm Audio WA76-D Single Channel Discrete Comp
$649.00 - $719.95The WA76-D accurately reproduces one of the fastest and most powerful studio compressors of all time known for its generous headroom, ultra-fast dynamic control, and rich analog tone. Using premium and custom compon...12 Payments of $54.08
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Zoom H6essential Handy Recorder
$329.99The flagship, H6essential, is Zoom's most robust handheld recorder. A recording powerhouse, the H6essential features 6 tracks of 32-bit float recording for unprecedented quality and unmatched versatility. S...8 Payments of $41.25
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Zoom F3 Portable Field Recorder
$299.99Featuring 32-bit float recording, the F3 effortlessly captures the quietest raindrops and the loudest explosions. Its small footprint allows for this recorder to be placed anywhere, as you capture and monitor up to ...8 Payments of $37.50
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Focusrite ISA Two Dual Channel Microphone Preamp
$999.99Great mic preamps are an essential component in any professional studio. The Focusrite ISA Two Dual Channel Microphone Preamp fits that bill with ease, providing two independent channels of the highest quality cla...12 Payments of $83.33
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Golden Age Comp3a Discreet Optical Compresser Limiter
$499.99A one channel vintage style Compressor / Leveler, the COMP-3A's signal path uses only discrete components like resistors, capacitors and transistors. The input and output is transformer balanced, using two different...8 Payments of $62.50
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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!