I've been writing some acoustic songs that I want to start getting down on tape. I'm completely new to recording. I could probably just buy some sort of USB mic and use GarageBand, but what's the fun in that?
What would cost me for a 4-track tape recording setup on a tight budget? How much should I spend on the recorder? I have a Blue Encore 100 dynamic mic lying around, but would I need some sort of expensive preamp for it? Also, how much should I spend on the actual cassette?
For now, I just want to record songs with 1-2 acoustic guitar tracks and 1-2 vocal tracks (just 1 at a time). I'm not too picky about sound quality, but I do want it to sound decent. Mostly I want to learn a new craft, and I'm excited at the kind of rawness of making something semi-performative in analog, imperfections and all, which I think will fit the songs I'm writing.
I'm new here and appreciate any help you could offer. Thanks a ton!
What would cost me for a 4-track tape recording setup on a tight budget? How much should I spend on the recorder? I have a Blue Encore 100 dynamic mic lying around, but would I need some sort of expensive preamp for it? Also, how much should I spend on the actual cassette?
For now, I just want to record songs with 1-2 acoustic guitar tracks and 1-2 vocal tracks (just 1 at a time). I'm not too picky about sound quality, but I do want it to sound decent. Mostly I want to learn a new craft, and I'm excited at the kind of rawness of making something semi-performative in analog, imperfections and all, which I think will fit the songs I'm writing.
I'm new here and appreciate any help you could offer. Thanks a ton!