starting setup for hip-hip/indie/electronic home studio work

[hugszx]

self-explanatory! i use ableton and i'm working on music that incorporates live instruments into the midi software i use (video gamey synths, drum machines, etcc etc.) i really only need to record one instrument at a time, and that's usually just acoustic guitar, electric bass and vocals. so yeah, i was wondering what would be a good mic(s)/interface/misc setup for someone hoping to record in this format. as far as price goes, as well as it doesn't cross around $500 dollars, i'm down. i just want a good mid-fi-ish setup so i can have a dependable way to music that sounds dope. let me know what ya think!!

also, visit https://soundcloud.com/hugs-10 to get an idea of the music i'd be making.

 

[ecc83]

Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 | Sweetwater.com

Anytime "MIDI" is mentioned, low latency follows. The above AI is as low as you will go even for $500!

The sound quality is way, way above "mid-fi"! (but to be fair most AIs are) . OK you get two inputs and outputs you say you don't need (now!) but the AI is way under budget so put the extra $$ into monitors, better cans or room treatment.

Dave.