I don't have anything yet. I don't really even have a clue as to what I should get (I rap and want to make beats).L'espion Noir said:what do you currently have
It does have a USB port, but not for importing files. It’s for archiving and transferring to a PC.two5tolife said:He wouldn't have to record it, the dp has a usb in/out. All he would have to do is transfer an mp3/wav file to the 40 gb hard drive on the dp!
But your idea is a good plan B!
I agree with stray on this I would go with monitors instead of headphones though because it's all about the mixdown baby! I will probably be shot for saying this but what the hell I use Roland Monitors. Yep you heard it I use the Rolands that are about 79 dollars they are Sheilded to prevent feedback from you CPU. They maybe even cheaper now they are good for starting out. I started out with them and just never upgraded. I think I will now I had them since 98 and one I think is starting to show it's wear. I'm use to them and they are small enough to fit on most desk.stray411 said:He’ll be able to record vocals with that, but trying to record from the line out of a stock soundcard into the Fostex is a bad idea. Absolutely no reason to buy something like that, unless he needs portability.
With your budget and inexperience, I’d suggest Fruity Loops, a decent soundcard with a built in preamp for your mic and something to listen on. Headphones should be fine for now. AKG 240S and Sony MDR7506 are both real popular, $100 or so.
You can make beats in FL, then bring them into ACID Express to record your vocals. Or you can buy the Producer’s Edition of FL Studio, which does audio recording too. Then you won’t need ACID.
FL (regular version)- $100
ACID Express - Free
Headphones - $100
MXL 990 - $60
Edirol UA25 USB 2 x 2 Audio Interface with Dual Preamps - $240
$500 total.
After that, I’d buy some monitors.