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I am just starting or plan on starting a studio, but the only problem is that I know nothing about the business. Right now I really need to know what basic equipment I'll need and any helpful tips. Like I said, "I don't know too much of anything!" I would appreciate your help.
 
Stick around kid . . . we go all over it . . . f-wards and b-wards . . . then start over again. Here are some things that you will require - desire, persistance, bulldog tenacity and deep pocketses.
 
"Start a studio" sound to me like you want to start something commercial. In that case: Learn the business, get the contacts, and learn how to record FIRST.

If you, on the other hand, want to build yourself a neat little homestudio for no other puropse than recording yourself, then this is the place to find info!
 
Thanks

Thanks for your reply. Money is not a problem, but I don't want to buy the highest price equipment to learn on. I plan on opening a real studio in a few years but before I do I need some experience, that's why I'm starting a home studio. I have no equipment now and I was thinking about a pc recording setup.

I'm patient and determined and am ready to learn.
c7sus said:
Do you wanna record yourself or your band or other folks? Why is it you wanna put together a studio?

As far as "basic" equipment..... well, that's a pretty wide open field.

What is your budget?

Think about how many simultaneous ins and outs you need.

Do you want to record to computer hard drive or some other media? Do you have much computer experience? Mac or PC?

What gear do you currently own? Mixers? Monitors? Mics? FX?

I could go on and on here. Try doing a search around here. You will be doing yourself a huge favor to read and understand as much as you can before you buy anything. I studied this stuff for 2 years before buying into a PC recording setup. Check out magazines and other websites because this field is changing just about every three months or so. New cards, new drivers, new technology. The fundamentals of recording don't change that fast, but the technology does.

Anyway, welcome! You have found the best site on the web for this type of information. Search and enjoy....
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Your right

Your right, I do plan on doing something commercial in the future, but before I do it I want to start a home studio to learn and get use to the equipment and learn how to record.

Another question, "How do I learn the business and get contracts?"
regebro said:
"Start a studio" sound to me like you want to start something commercial. In that case: Learn the business, get the contacts, and learn how to record FIRST.

If you, on the other hand, want to build yourself a neat little homestudio for no other puropse than recording yourself, then this is the place to find info!
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The Bible for the music business is:
"This Business Of Music" (Billboard Publishing)
If you want to own a studio you will need it sooner or later.
As for learning recording basics, get
"Home Recording" by Peter McIan. It's a bit dated, but is a complete engineering course in one book.
Good luck!
 
Re: Your right

Originally posted by swuave7
Your right, I do plan on doing something commercial in the future, but before I do it I want to start a home studio to learn and get use to the equipment and learn how to record.

Good plan.

Another question, "How do I learn the business and get contracts?"

Best way is probably to get INTO the business. The traditional way is to start as a tape op in a recording studio, but I don't know if thats still true. :)
 
This Business of Music, as mentioned, is a must have for legal info whether you are a performer, songwriter, recording engineer, publisher ... anything. And it will help see things from others perspective as well that you enter into agreements with.

Just by building a studio won't mean business, obviously. Sure you may be able to get a few local bands in to make some demos, but with home computer studios stealing much of that market away (and more and more every day) your best bet is to go all pro.

But, I would start with some basic stuff. For learning the ropes, a computer based recording system is inexpensive and can teach you a lot as well as familiarizing you with your direct competition.

A pro studio will build largely from word of mouth, so as also mentioned, you're best to try to get some practical studio experience working for one already established in your area. Your initial duties may seem rather menial, but over time if you are good and work hard at it you will not only develop skills but also a reputation and possible future clients.
 
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