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Rupert Neve Designs R10 Ten-Space 500 Series Rack
$999.00Not all racks are created equal. With abundant power and unrivaled build quality, the Neve R10 delivers peace of mind for engineers who demand a higher degree of confidence in their 500 series racks. ...12 Payments of $83.25
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IsoVox 2 Midnight VocalStudio Mobile Vocal Booth
$1,249.00Professional vocals wherever you practice or record, even quietly at home! Patented 360 XYZ Pro-Acoustics Shields & Protects against unwanted room sound / reflections & coloration. Vocal sound stays inside and gets...12 Payments of $104.08
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IsoVox 2 VocalStudio Mobile Vocal Isolation Booth
$1,249.00When is comes to recording an exceptional vocal track, a great microphone is only part of the equation. Another consideration is the environment in which you are recording. Every reflection off the walls, ceiling, a...12 Payments of $104.08
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Arturia Audiofuse X8 In Preamp Expander
$349.00The AudioFuse X8 IN is an essential tool for recording producers and sound engineers who are looking for additional high-quality analog inputs. By extending digital connectivity, AudioFuse X8 IN provides more channe...8 Payments of $43.63
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Avantone CLA10A Black Active Studio Monitors Pair
$999.00The Best Studio Monitor of All Time is reborn with the Avantone CLA-10 Active The CLA-10 Active is our homage to the golden age of music production. We collaborated with platinum studio stalwart Chris Lord-Alge ...12 Payments of $83.25
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Black Lion Audio PBR8500 8 Slot 500 Series Rack
$899.00The Black Lion Audio PBR 8-500 is an 8-slot 500-series rack/power supply with a unique, patented patchbay that provides unlimited routing options for your 500-series hardware. You’ll quickly route and re-route signa...12 Payments of $74.92
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Samson MixPad MXP144FX Stereo USB Mixer with Effects
$349.99Samson's MixPad MXP144FX 14-Channel Analog Stereo Mixer with Effects and USB combines uncompromising sonic quality with roadworthy durability. The MXP144FX boasts an ultra-low noise, high headroom design from every ...8 Payments of $43.75
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Teenage Engineering TX6 6 Channel Portable Mixer
$1,199.00The Teenage Engineering TX-6 is our ultra-portable, battery-powered 6-channel mixer and multi-channel audio interface. comparable to larger units, but with even more tech packed into one sturdy little machine. mix 6...12 Payments of $99.92
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Warm Audio WA76-A Vintage-Voiced Discrete FET Compressor
$649.00The WA76-A accurately reproduces one of the fastest and most powerful studio compressors of all time known for its extra “grabby” attack, powerful dynamic control, and vintage analog grit. Using premium and custom c...12 Payments of $54.08
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Roland V02HDMKII Streaming Video Switcher
$296.95 - $329.99Compact and powerful, the V-02HD MK II steps up your livestreams. Simple to use, this desktop device allows you to connect and switch two high-quality HDMI cameras and send them directly to your favorite streaming p...8 Payments of $41.25
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Primacoustic London Bass Trap 24" x 48" 2 Panels
$484.99Corner-mounted for optimal performance, the London Bass trap attenuates room modes to smooth response. The London Bass Trap features a 17" deep cavity absorbs bass down to 100Hz plus Class-1/A fire rated for safe us...8 Payments of $60.62
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Audient Oria Mini Room Correction System
$299.99If you can't trust what you’re hearing, you can't trust your mix. The truth is your room is likely holding you back. Introducing ORIA Mini, the room correction powerhouse that sits between your audio interface and s...8 Payments of $37.50
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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!