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Samson MS200 Studio Monitor Speaker Stands Pair
$149.95Samson's MS200 Studio Monitor Stands raise your studio performance to a new level. Sold as a pair, these professional-grade monitor stands feature a steel-constructed design with a sleek black finish. The MS200 stan...6 Payments of $24.99
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PreSonus Eris Studio 8 8" 2-Way Active Studio Monitor
$209.99Whether you’re a seasoned professional recording artist or producer, or just starting out on your musical journey, the PreSonus Eris Studio 8 8" 2-Way Active Studio Monitor is exactly what is needed for crystal clea...6 Payments of $35.00
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PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 24 Digital Mixer
$2,499.99PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 24 Digital Mixer – Your Studio’s New Central Nervous System You’re looking at the audio equivalent of a Swiss Army knife that’s been crossbred with a command center from the Star...12 Payments of $208.33
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On Stage WS7700B Large Studio Workstation Black
$698.95Get more done with our WS7700 Workstation. This sturdy desk has a place for computers, studio monitors, MIDI controllers, rackmount components, and recording and mixing equipment, making it easy to keep gear organiz...12 Payments of $58.25
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Warm Audio WA12 MKII Classic 312-Style Analog Microphone Preamp Black
$449.00Warm Audio WA12 MKII Classic 312-Style Analog Microphone Preamp If your recordings are sounding a little thin, flat, or just plain lifeless, the Warm Audio WA12 MKII is here to be your mix’s fairy godmother. This...8 Payments of $56.13
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Universal Audio 6176 Vintage Channel Strip
$2,999.00The Universal Audio 6176 Channel Strip, for the first time, combines Universal Audio's highly acclaimed 610 tube microphone preamp with their legendary 1176LN compressor to create the ultimate single channel signal ...12 Payments of $249.92
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KRK Kreate 3 Powered Studio Monitors Pair
$179.00KRK Kreate 3 Powered Studio Monitors The KRK Kreate 3 monitors are designed for creators who need professional audio performance in a compact space. Whether you’re editing video, producing music, or streaming con...6 Payments of $29.83
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Kali Audio IN-5 5" 240 Watt 3-Way Powered Studio Monitor
$449.00Hear every note and nuance with the Kali Audio's IN-5 3-way studio monitor. Dial in precisely the sound you want because your mix is presented with clarity and accuracy. Kali Audio's IN-5 is a 3-way studio mon...8 Payments of $56.13
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Adam Audio T7V 7" 2-Way Active Nearfield Studio Monitor
$579.98Meet the Adam Audio T7V: Honest, High-Definition Monitoring The Adam Audio T7V is a nearfield studio monitor for creators who demand clarity, detail, and honest translation. With a 7" woofer and Adam’s proprietar...8 Payments of $72.50
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Mackie CR35 Powered Studio Monitors
$84.95 - $99.99Mackie CR3.5 Creative Reference Powered Studio Monitors combine professional-quality sound with a tone shaping knob for moving from studio reference to casual listening to party mode. Featuring a selection of inputs...6 Payments of $16.67
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Adam Audio A8H Left 8" Active 3-Way Studio Monitor
$1,699.99Offering the most advanced features found in the A Series. The A8H left 8" active studio monitor delivers a clean sound that is ideal for mixing, mastering and critical listening applications. A Solution f...12 Payments of $141.67
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IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII Studio Monitor
$399.99 - $799.99IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII Powered Studio Monitor (Pair) The IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII Powered Studio Monitor Pair is a comprehensive monitoring solution designed to deliver professional-grade accuracy in an...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!