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Mackie MR524 5" 2-Way Powered Studio Monitor
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Mackie MR624 6" 2-Way Powered Studio Monitor
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Mackie MR824 8" 2-Way Powered Studio Monitor
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Mackie Onyx24 24-Channel Premium Analog USB Mixer
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Mackie RotoPod Bracket for CR1604VLZ
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Midas DP48MB Mounting Bracket for Midas DP48
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Nanlite Halo 10B Bicolor USB Powered Ring Light
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Nanlite Halo 16 Bicolor 16in LED Ring Light For Video
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Neumann KH 750 DSP Active Powered 10" Studio Subwoofer
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Neumann KH 80 DSP 4" 2-Way Active Bi-Amplified Studio Monitor
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Neumann KH 805 II 10 Inch DSP Controlled Studio Subwoofer
$2,899.00Next Generation Subwoofer The KH 805 II improves on its predecessor in acoustic performance and adds new features. Thanks to a novel long-throw 10” woofer with Extremely Linear Force Factor (ELFF) technology and...12 Payments of $241.58
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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!