Britashia555
New member
Hi everyone, I don't even know where to start?!. I haven't even gotten equipment yet .
Home recording Beginner
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TheSynthDev
Member
Hi there!
Welcome to the forum! We're glad to have you here.
First of all, it's important to do your research before purchasing any recording equipment. There are a lot of different options out there and it can be confusing to know which ones are right for you.
There are a lot of great resources online that can help you figure out what you need. Once you have an idea of what you need, try visiting some local music stores to get advice from the experts. They'll be able to help you find the best equipment for your budget and needs.
Good luck and happy recording!
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Jason Hook. Audio Enthusiast and Software Developer
Remove or Isolate Vocals from any Song
https://www.UnMixIt.com/
Welcome to the forum! We're glad to have you here.
First of all, it's important to do your research before purchasing any recording equipment. There are a lot of different options out there and it can be confusing to know which ones are right for you.
There are a lot of great resources online that can help you figure out what you need. Once you have an idea of what you need, try visiting some local music stores to get advice from the experts. They'll be able to help you find the best equipment for your budget and needs.
Good luck and happy recording!
--
Jason Hook. Audio Enthusiast and Software Developer
Remove or Isolate Vocals from any Song
https://www.UnMixIt.com/
TalismanRich
Well-known member
Hey Brit, Welcome
Lets start at the beginning. What are you wanting to record? Acoustic guitar/singer songwriter stuff? Bluegrass players? Grand piano? Operatic voice? 5 Piece heavy metal band on stage? 50 piece orchestra in a hall?
Each of these scenarios will need a different set of tools. Give us a bit of info on what you are trying to record, and a bit on your budgetary limits (yeah, I know, what can I do with $100?). Seriously, once we know those things we can give you options, with things like which mics may be appropriate. We can also give you some options on things like software.
At a bare minimum, you COULD record with a USB mic and Audacity for about $30 but you quickly find out that that setup is limited in quality and capability. Play it back on cheapo computer speakers. It will sound like crap but it can be done. It's best to stop before you go down that road. It's like trying to build things with Playskool plastic tools.
There are stand alone units from folks like Zoom and Tascam that let you record anywhere without having to worry about a computer. You'll need some way to monitor your signal, either good speakers or good headphones (or both). Then you have the option of finishing things in a computer or on the device itself. Most come with recording software like ProTools First or Cubase LE which are scaled down versions of their full blown digital workstation software. The recordings can be quite good.
If you're looking to do professional sounding recordings, then you need to look a step better in quality. You need a full DAW. You'll want a good audio interface, mics and monitors. How many and which ones will vary on the job. Is your computer up to the task? Apple or Windows, or a I-phone? Again they can be made to work, but might be the wrong tools for the job.
GIve us some information and we'll give you all the help we can.
Lets start at the beginning. What are you wanting to record? Acoustic guitar/singer songwriter stuff? Bluegrass players? Grand piano? Operatic voice? 5 Piece heavy metal band on stage? 50 piece orchestra in a hall?
Each of these scenarios will need a different set of tools. Give us a bit of info on what you are trying to record, and a bit on your budgetary limits (yeah, I know, what can I do with $100?). Seriously, once we know those things we can give you options, with things like which mics may be appropriate. We can also give you some options on things like software.
At a bare minimum, you COULD record with a USB mic and Audacity for about $30 but you quickly find out that that setup is limited in quality and capability. Play it back on cheapo computer speakers. It will sound like crap but it can be done. It's best to stop before you go down that road. It's like trying to build things with Playskool plastic tools.
There are stand alone units from folks like Zoom and Tascam that let you record anywhere without having to worry about a computer. You'll need some way to monitor your signal, either good speakers or good headphones (or both). Then you have the option of finishing things in a computer or on the device itself. Most come with recording software like ProTools First or Cubase LE which are scaled down versions of their full blown digital workstation software. The recordings can be quite good.
If you're looking to do professional sounding recordings, then you need to look a step better in quality. You need a full DAW. You'll want a good audio interface, mics and monitors. How many and which ones will vary on the job. Is your computer up to the task? Apple or Windows, or a I-phone? Again they can be made to work, but might be the wrong tools for the job.
GIve us some information and we'll give you all the help we can.