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Heritage Audio Super 8 Eight Channel ADAT Mic Pre
$3,999.00Meeting the demands of today's musicians, producers and engineers!All-in-one package with the SUPER 8 to get eight high quality signals recorded into your DAW. For the first time we are introducing a package with 8 ...12 Payments of $250.00
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Heritage Audio TUBESESSOR All Tube Optical Compressor
$1,595.00 - $1,999.00The TUBESESSOR provide a very pleasant, more natural, smoother result to take your music to another dimension. An alog excellence is achieved by combining an all tube-based amplification stage with an outstanding UT...12 Payments of $166.58
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Hosa DG100L-2DB CAIG DeoxIT Equipment Care Kit
$34.99Clean and protect your equipment with the Hosa CAIG DeoxIT Equipment Care Kit. Improves metal-to-metal connections and contacts plus it improves their reliability and longevity. Keep your electronic equipment sound...h m s
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Hosa F100L-L25C CAIG DeoxIT FaderLube Dropper 25mL
$32.99DeoxIT FaderLube (formerly CaiLube) is a precision lubricant designed for use on conductive plastic and carbon compound controls. It is also ideal for use on conductive membrane switches and components. Hosa F10... -
Hosa PDR-369 12 Point XLR3F to XLR3M Patch Bay
$184.95The PDR-369 XLR Patch Bay by Hosa Technology is designed to provide 12 channels of balanced audio throughput for any situation. It is ideal for making rear-panel microphone mixer inputs easier to reach. Ho...6 Payments of $30.83
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Hosa RMT-254 19-inch Rack
$71.95The RMT-254 Desktop Equipment Rack by Hosa Technology is designed to keep your equipment fixed in place and at your reach. It is ideal for preamps, outboard gear, and audio interfaces. Features include: Hosa RMT...4 Payments of $17.99
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Icon LivePod Plus Microstudio for Live Streaming
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IK Multimedia iLoud Precision 5 MKII Monitor
$799.99A new level of perfection The new iLoud Precision MKII significantly upgrades nearfield monitoring while preserving its predecessor's groundbreaking performance. It integrates state-of-the-art DSP with a superio...12 Payments of $66.67
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IK Multimedia iLoud Precision MTM Powered Studio Monitor
$814.95Handcrafted in Italy, iLoud Precision MTM is a breakthrough in nearfield monitoring. It combines state-of-the-art DSP with a superior electro-acoustic system, a combination only possible with IK’s unique 25 plus yea...h m s
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IsoAcoustics ISO 200 Large Studio Monitor Isolation Stand
$156.95Taking your sound to the next level, the ISO 200 large studio monitor stand delivers an authentic sound with superior isolation. Designed for medium size speakers and studio monitors. These stands provide 14 variat...h m s
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K&M 26772 Desktop Studio Monitor Stand Black
$82.99The K&M 26772 is an attractive table stand for studio monitors and loudspeakers. The height adjustment is variable between 6.575 and 10". 4 rubber pads each for floor and tray provide for stability and noise filtrat...4 Payments of $20.75
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K&M 26774 Desktop Studio Monitor Stand
$128.99Attractive table stand for studio monitors and loudspeakers. The height adjustment is variable between 6.575 and 10". 4 rubber pads each for floor and tray provide for stability and noise filtration. The recommended...6 Payments of $21.50
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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!