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Gator GFW-ELITERK-2U 2-Space Studio Rack
$169.99The 2-space elite furniture series elegantly displays pro audio equipment in home recording studio / control room. 2-space provides room for preamps, audio interface, effects processors, or similar gear. Sturdy, 1”/...6 Payments of $28.33
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Golden Age Pre-573 MK III 500 Series Mic PreAmp
$269.95 - $299.99The PRE-573 MKIII is a one width module for the api 500 format that has the sound and the features that made the PRE-73 so successful and a few additional ones. The circuit still uses the preamp and output sectio...8 Payments of $37.50
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Golden Age PRE-73 Jr PREMIER Vintage Style Mic Preamp
$449.00The PRE-73 Jr PREMIER is a one-channel vintage style microphone- and instrument preamplifier. The signal path uses only discrete components like resistors, capacitors and transistors. The in- and output is transform...8 Payments of $56.13
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Golden Age Project Comp-54 MKIII Class A Compressor
$399.00The COMP-54 MKIII from Golden Age Project is a one-channel vintage style compressor. The signal path uses only discrete components like resistors, capacitors and transistors. The line input and output are transforme...8 Payments of $49.88
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Golden Age Project EQ-73 MKII Neve Style 3-Band EQ
$379.00The sound character of the EQ-73 MKII is warm, punchy, sweet and musical. These classic characteristics have been heard on countless recordings through the years and it is a versatile sound that works very well on m...8 Payments of $47.38
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Golden Age Project EQ-73 Premier Neve Style EQ
$499.00The class-A circuit used in the EQ-73 PREMIER is similar to the eq section in the classical 1073 module, without the high pass filter. Additional frequencies have been added and the mid frequency band uses two induc...8 Payments of $62.38
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Harrison Audio 32Classic MS MixStrip
$1,499.99 - $2,999.98The 32Classic MS is a high-performance 19” 1 RU analog channel strip featuring the Jensen transformer-coupled mic preamp found in the Harrison 32Classic console. It includes a front panel mic/instrument (Hi-Z) input...12 Payments of $125.00
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Harrison Audio Compressor 500 Series
$299.99In the realm of audio engineering, Dave Harrison, the founder of Harrison Audio, stands out as a pioneer in the development of music production technology. Ironically, Dave Harrison himself was initially skeptical a...8 Payments of $37.50
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Harrison Audio MR3eq 500 Series 32c 3-Band EQ
$269.95 - $299.99Initially developed for the Harrison MR3 studio console, the MR3eq stands out as one of Harrison's most popular EQ designs, renowned for its punchy, smooth sound and powerful sculpting capabilities. Introduced in 19...8 Payments of $37.50
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Harrison D510 Dante Module For D51R Rack Chassis
$999.99Save $600 Today! Price Was $1,599.99! Ends 9/30Ultra-flexible Harrison 500 Series System The Harrison D510r is an ultra-flexible ten-slot 500 Series rack system with expandable analog summing mixer, Dante AoIP interface, or USB interface options. Built on a ...12 Payments of $83.33
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Harrison D510MX Mixer Interface Module For D510R
$699.99Ultra-flexible Harrison 500 Series System The Harrison D510r is an ultra-flexible ten-slot 500 Series rack system with expandable analog summing mixer, Dante AoIP interface, or USB interface options. Built on a ...12 Payments of $58.33
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Harrison D510R 10-Slot 500 Series Rack
$999.99Ultra-flexible Harrison 500 Series System The Harrison D510r is an ultra-flexible ten-slot 500 Series rack system with an expandable analog summing mixer, Dante AoIP interface, or USB interface options. Built on...12 Payments of $83.33
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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!