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Rode StreamerX Audio Video Interface With NTH100M Headset Bundle
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Rode Ultimate Pack
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Rode VESAMOUNT Adjustable Mounting System
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Roland DK01 Dock for Boutique Synthesizers
$95.99The DK-01 is a simple, elegant case for mounting a Roland Boutique module. Once docked in place, the module can be used in a flat position, or tilted to two different angles for easier viewing and sound programming....4 Payments of $24.00
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Roland UVC02 Web Presentation Dock
$209.95 - $219.00Original Price $299.95 - Special Sale - $249.95 - Save $50Look and Sound Your Best in Video Meetings and Presentations! The Roland UVC-02 is a simple-to-use connection hub for using a high-quality camera and microphone with web conferencing software. The Roland UVC-02 is a...6 Payments of $36.50
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Roland VR-6HD Direct Streaming Audio Visual Mixer
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Rupert Neve Designs 5017 Mobile Pre DI Comp
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Rupert Neve Designs 5025 Dual Shelford Microphone Preamp
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Rupert Neve Designs 5059 Satellite 16x2 Summing Mixer
$3,999.00Built around many of the topologies and custom transformers made famous with the 5088 mixer, the 5059 is a 16x2+2 summing mixer designed to deliver the ultimate out of the box sonics and control in a 2U, rack-mounta...12 Payments of $250.00
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Rupert Neve Designs 5211-S Dual Channel Microphone Preamp
$1,999.00Everything a mic preamp should be! Simple and elegant, the 5211 is the natural evolution of what is arguably the most famous gear in audio recording history: Rupert Neve’s microphone preamps. With two channels of th...12 Payments of $166.58
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Rupert Neve Designs 535 Diode Bridge Compressor
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Rupert Neve Designs 551 500 Series Inductor EQ
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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!