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PreSonus Eris Studio 5 5" 2-Way Active Studio Monitor
$149.99The award-winning PreSonus Eris Studio 5 5" 2-Way Active Studio Monitor will help take your mixes and masters to stratospheric levels of quality. Boasting richer low-end and more precise high-frequency response, thi...6 Payments of $25.00
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dbx 215S Dual Channel 15 Band 2/3 Octave Graphic Equalizer
$280.00The DBX 215S Dual Channel 15 Band Graphic Equalizer  meets the needs of the most demanding sound reinforcement environments, while offering the simplicity of straight forward controls. The DBX 215S graphic equali...6 Payments of $46.67
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Mackie 802VLZ4 8 Channel Compact Stereo Mixer
$196.95 - $219.99If you require high quality but not a lot of inputs, look no further than the Mackie 802VLZ4 Compact Stereo Mixer ! The 8-channel sound board features 3 professional quality Mackie Onyx mic preamps in a desk-friend...6 Payments of $36.67
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ART Solo VLA Single Channel Multi-Voice Compressor
$275.99Whether it’s to fatten up an instrument take, smooth out a vocal performance or prevent clipping while laying down tracks, the ART Solo VLA will elevate your projects to the next Level. The Solo VLA has lots of soun...6 Payments of $46.00
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Heritage Audio OST-4 V2 Four Slot 500 Series Encl
$419.00The OST-4 V2.0 500 series enclosure is designed for racking any and all 500-series modules and devices, including ‘double wide’ modules and even the most demanding Class A and vacuum tube designs. The OST-4 V2.0 ...8 Payments of $52.38
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On Stage MIX-400 V2 Mobile Equipment Stand
$205.95The On Stage MIX-400 Mobile Equipment Stand provides sturdy, easy-to-move access to mixing or performance gear. The side rails and front bumper adjust to hold equipment of various sizes firmly in place. Adjustable h...6 Payments of $34.33
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Mackie Big Knob Studio Plus Monitor Controller
$349.99Big Knob Studio+ is truly a nerve center for any professional studio. Mackie Big Knob Studio+ delivers a modernized, smart monitoring control solution based on the bestselling Big Knob, plus integrated USB recording...8 Payments of $43.75
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Decksaver Cover for Allen and Heath CQ18T Mixer
$99.99The Allen & Heath CQ-18T has emerged as a highly sought-after cover in our range, thanks to its versatile capabilities in managing mixing, recording, live performance, and digital audio workstation (DAW) integra...6 Payments of $16.67
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Gator GFW-ISOPAD-MD Studio Monitor Isolation Pads Medium
$44.99The medium studio monitor isolation pads feature an innovative and stylish design with functionality. The GFW-ISOPAD-MD large monitor pads provide sonic isolation between your monitors and whatever your monitors are...h m s
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Black Lion Audio PBR TRS 3-LIT 48-Point LED Patchbay
$399.00Eliminate confusion when routing your racks of precious gear with the PBR TRS 3-LIT patchbay. Built to proven Black Lion Audio standards of build quality and signal conductivity, the PBR TRS 3-LIT features customiza...8 Payments of $49.88
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Hosa SLW-333 Passive Audio Switcher for Powered Studio Monitors
$174.95The SLW-333 Audio Switcher by Hosa Technology provides three signal routing options, eliminating the need to re-wire equipment. It is ideal for comparing an audio mix on three sets of powered studio monitors, or for...6 Payments of $29.16
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M-Audio BX4 BT Powered Reference Monitors
$179.00The M-Audio BX4BT Multimedia Reference Monitors offer the flexibility to playback audio from any Bluetooth streaming device with excellent studio quality sound. This opens the possibilities of playing audio from any...6 Payments of $29.83
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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!