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Jan 27, 2012 Music
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January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
I want to start recording my own music and possibly record some songs with my band… but I don’t know what equipment I need, and I’m on a tight budget. …any help? thanks
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
Although a good computer would be great, they are also really expensive. I’m sure your current computer will be just fine for the basics.
I hate do this, but you got some poor information here.
Whatever you do, don’t waster your money on a USB Microphone. They are garbage. And don’t use Recording Software that comes with your computer.
Recording yourself and recording your band are two different things. When you record yourself you only need two inputs. But recording a band can take anywhere from 2-16 inputs depending on how elaborate you want to get with the microphones.
So let’s just focus on a basic setup for you. I recommend one of these two USB audio interfaces. USB audio interfaces come with good recording softwares. They also allow you to plug in up to two inputs (Mic and Guitar).
Tapco Link – USB Audio Interface – $150
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/LinkUSB
This comes with Tracktion, which is a real recording software. Allows you to multi-track record, edit, mix, and master. It also comes with good filters and effects.
Presonus Audiobox – USB Audio Interface – $150
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/AudioBoxUSB
This comes with Cubase, which is one of the most popular recording softwares used today. It’s a little tougher to learn than Tracktion.
A firewire interface will give you better quality and less lag, but since you are on a tight budget, we will stay as low as we can.
You also need a microphone. I’m going to recommend the Shure SM58. Although not technically a studio mic, it will work with recording, and it gives you a lot of flexibility, if you do decide to record your band in the future. And you can also use this mic live.
Shure SM58 – Dynamic Mic – $99
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SM58
If you ever do eventually want to record your band. Invest in a mixer with firewire. It’s the best way to go.
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Onyx1220
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/OnyxFWCard
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
Just looking to record home demos and not spend a lot of money, but I want room to work and add to the demos.
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
Garageband, if you have Mac OS: X Tiger. Tiger should come with Garageband, an easy to use application to record and do other neat stuff with music, or you can use iMovie HD… but that works better with a web cam
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
I’m 14. Have a band. In it are 2 guitarists drummer bassist singer. I’ve played guitar for 9 years and play 11 other instruments. I would like to record everything with a good quality and also record full band good quality, what do I need?
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
You need, microphone(s), xlr cords, a sound board, a computer program that will allow recording, and a way to get your signal from the board to the computer (USB device).
You can get away with one mic and record everything separate and combine in the program, a bad mic can make a good recording sound bad. You can get a Shure SM58 for $100.
You can get a small Behringer sound board for under $200. Some of the Behringer boards are coming with a USB adapter for your computer. If not you can buy one for under $100.
Cake walk makes some decent recording programs for affordable prices. The best way to do it is on a Mac computer with a pro logic program.
Be sure to pad the walls and ceiling in the room where you record. You don’t want sound bouncing around. You want a nice clean sound.
Go to Musician’s Friend and spend the money on a good “home recording” book. Every little thing makes a difference from mic placement to effects.
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
my song , just like any song, goes high for the chorus and is low for the verse, which effects the levels when recoding, should i be recoding in bits, like do each one separately
and also
are home made portable vocal booths good or not, whats an alternative option for recording at home?
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
You should record your verses each individually until you get them right, you only need to record the chorus once(some chorus’s are an exception though), and use your best attempt for your song. You should be using a good compression affect to level out your vocals so you can accurately mix also. A portable homemade recording booth is good if you can insulate it with something to absorb sound like foam padding. Portable recording booths are alternative in themselves. Its preferred to have a soundproof booth that isn’t portable, but built with sound proofing and sound absorbing properties in the walls and glass. The portable ones are designed more for hotel rooms, and on the road.
Hope this helps
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
I am interested in recording my own music and I wondered, what kind of recording devices were available even back before the digital age. Like for bands to record demos/basement tapes in the 1960s-70s? Just curious. Thanks.
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
Most used those big ‘reel-to-reel’ tape machines capable of 4 track recordings. Later, replaced by the easier concept of cassette tape and 4 track/8 track recorders.
You can still ‘check out’ reel-to-reel machines at any local library (in USA)…. 
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
I am planning to buy the art tube preamp, would I need anything else for this to work? The preamp can take both mike and instruments, so is it simply a case of plugging mike/guitar into preamp, and then plugging that into the laptop? I will just use audacity to record. Thanks
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
The only reason you’d need a better soundcard is if the one you currently have is really pretty awful – i.e. a motherboard with a built in soundcard; and even then it’d do for most recordings. If you have a laptop you may need to buy an external soundcard (such as a Digidesign M-Box) if you want a new one.
As with most things, if you want better results you will need better equipment – but again, you can spend a lot more with only minimal improvements in quality. You will definitely get a better quality using a preamp and by using a few basic plug ins and EQ – otherwise unless you want professional quality (in which case you will need to know a LOT more about EQ and mastering etc) it will probably suffice.
There’s some pretty good websites out there on EQ, it’s a difficult thing to be able to pick up without knowing some tricks. Try; http://emusictips.com/sound-mixing-10-essential-tips/
http://audiotuts.com/mixing-mastering/how-to-master-a-track-in-15-minutes-or-less/
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
I am using cakewalk sonar,, and i want to record two separate tracks.. is it possible?
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
Yes…it is possible, but it will suck. If you are doing any serious recording, get a real sound card and midi.
I use HT Omega sound cards…4 Strikers and one Claro HALO. M-Audio has some more sophisticated cards (although they are not better).
Avoid Creative cards like the plague…buggy as hell and really bad drivers.
I use Ableton and Adobe for most of my stuff, but I have friends that have used these cards with Cakewalk.
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
I want to plug my mic into a machine and record my songs onto a CD. Is there such a machine in the UK. I do not just want software for my computer. I want a separate basic stand alone machine for my personal home use. Is there such a machine?
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
Here is a decent recorder that fits what you’re looking for.
http://recordingquestions.com/gear/fostex/mr-16hd-cd/470
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
What home recording systems did they have in the 1960s for recording vinyl records? How did they record Vinyl records at home? Was this a common?
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
actually most people didn’t do much in the way of home recording. If we needed to record something it was on reel to reel tape. You had to go into a professional recording studio to have a record recorded.
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
hi i am a beginner in recording. i have a lexicon alpha with the basic cubase le 4 that came with it. I am really hoping to upgrade, and get a much MUCH better recording software and the whole shahbang. Ive heard that protools is really good and easy to use, but what do you think
January 28th, 2012 at 2:09 am
Similar to most software programs, Dubturbo is definitely an incredible solution to work with in creating beats and recording pieces in premium quality results. Unlike recording sounds by using mics and amplifiers, Dubturbo enables you to create and record his production instantly on the software program. You don’t need to spend any money on recording studios or design your place sound proof.
DubTurbo software is the best option for novices, because besides this software you can download some video tutorials. So by means of this program, it is quite simple to make your first track within an hour. Dub Turbo allows users to add their own songs and then allows adding some awesome effects. When your music making process is being completed, you may burn it into CD or alternatively you can convert it into WAV, MP3, or whatever you want.