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Allen & Heath ZED10FX 10 Channel Multipurpose Mixer With USB And FX
$479.99Offering several FX with tap tempo operation, the ZED 10FX takes the ZED 10 even further with shimmering reverb, delays, with even chorus and flange effects to enhance your overall sound. Perfect for small band mixi...8 Payments of $60.00
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Kali Audio WS62 Dual 6 Inch Active Studio Subwoofer
$539.95 - $599.00Kali Audio WS-6.2 Dual 6-inch Active Studio Subwoofer The Kali Audio WS-6.2 is proof that you don’t need a massive subwoofer to get massive, room-shaking bass. This dual 6.5-inch active studio sub delivers the po...12 Payments of $49.92
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Focal Alpha 80 EVO 8" 2-Way Full Range Powered Studio Monitor
$629.00 - $1,258.00The Alpha 80 Evo deliver the sound of the original work to assist you on your journey of producing music. Alpha 80 Evo has a 1" (25mm) Aluminium tweeter and a 8" (20cm) woofer with Slatefiber cone developed and manu...12 Payments of $52.42
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Solid State Logic SSL 12 12x4 USB-C Audio Interface
$499.99Solid State Logic SSL 12 12x4 USB-C Audio Interface The Solid State Logic SSL 12 USB-C interface is the high-performance bridge between your backpack and a world-class rack room. Taking the sonic DNA of the SSL 2...8 Payments of $62.50
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Rode RodeCaster Duo Compact Audio Studio
$419.95 - $498.00Rode RodeCaster Duo Compact Integrated Audio Production Studio For podcasters, streamers, and content creators, the RodeCaster Duo is the all-in-one audio production powerhouse you've been waiting for. This compa...8 Payments of $61.00
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Mackie ProFX10v3 Plus 10-Channel Analog USB Mixer with FX
$329.99ProFX10v3+ is a compact analog mixer and USB-C audio interface with features from a studio recording console. Equipped with essentials including one-knob compression, EQ, Hi-Z switches and 100 Hz low-cut filters, it...8 Payments of $41.25
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KRK RP5G5 Rokit 5 Generation Five 5" Studio Monitor 55 Watt 2-Way
$179.95 - $199.00KRK RP5G5 ROKIT Generation 5 Studio Monitor The KRK RP5G5 ROKIT Generation 5 is a precision tool engineered to take the guesswork out of your mix. Whether you're a seasoned producer or just starting out, the ROKI...6 Payments of $33.17
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IK Multimedia iLoud Precision 6 MKII Monitor
$899.99A 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 $75.00
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PreSonus Pro Sub 10 10" Powered Studio Subwoofer
$449.99Gone are the days when you have to struggle with lackluster bass and sub-par low-end in your mixes – the PreSonus Eris Pro Sub 10 is here to save the day! Ideal for recording artists, producers and other music profe...8 Payments of $56.25
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dbx 1215 Dual Channel 15 Band 2/3 Octave Graphic Equalizer
$470.00The DBX 1215 Dual 15 Band Graphic Equalizer was designed to meet the needs of the most demanding sound reinforcement environments, while offering the simplicity of straightforward controls. The DBX 1215 graphic ...8 Payments of $58.75
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Focal Pro Sub 12 ST6 Powered Studio Subwoofer Red
$2,999.00Sub12 is a highly articulate subwoofer offering a level of definition, dynamics and sub-bass that is unrivalled in its price bracket. Thanks to its high excursion woofer and 1000W peak amplification, the Sub12's tra...12 Payments of $249.92
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TK Audio Transformer Stereo Bus Harmonic Processor
$1,529.00 - $1,799.00The Transformer is a recording and mixing tool that transform your sound by using several different harmonic stages. The unit is divided into two sections, a harmonic generating section and a transformer coupled cla...12 Payments of $149.92
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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!