2007-02-01 09:56:48 · 8 answers · asked by drickque 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
Home recording studios are on the rise. It’s possible for amateur musicians to outfit a home studio so it can compete with expensive pro studios. Musicians of all stripes want a place they can lay down tracks any day of the week, rather than having to reserve studio time. There’s a lot to choose: here’s a primer.
2007-02-01 09:57:51 · answer #1 · answered by H B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got by pretty cheap.
Computer: any 2GHz Celeron for around $200 will do just fine. Get one with 2 CD burners.
Sound card: MUST BE 24-bit 96 kHz. Soundblaster Live! 24-bit is only about $25
Recording software: Cakewalk home edition 9 (they are up to version 10 or 11 now). around $100.
Mixer: Behringer 2442 bought on E-bay for $60
PA and speakers: Radio Shack PA250 w/ RCA 3-ways, clearance price under $200
Microphone: Marshall MXL SP-1 $40 (and it sounds just as good as a $400 condenser mic.)
I also have some cheap dymamic Shure58 clones.
Cables, stands, other mechanical equipment under $150.
total around $825. I just don't see how you can do it any cheaper, unless you go with a Tascam 4-track or a digital 8-track recorder.
As for how to hook it all up. That DIY website is pretty good, as are some of the other websites, mentioned.
2007-02-01 18:37:23 · answer #2 · answered by tlbs101 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're looking to make a studio? that's great man! you're gonna save a bunch of time and money. Pro studios are always the best option but if you're on a budget then you are better off doing it yourself.
If you want a bunch of info then check out my website you may find it very useful, it's all free and you can get mixing and mastering tips too! I got a full guide on that subject
http://www.casperwhitworth.com/setting-up-your-home-studio.html
2014-02-26 14:02:19 · answer #3 · answered by Simon 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would use a room like your garage... and pad the walls. Set up a computer with good recording software and a cd burner. If you are looking for free software for a mac... garage band is ok... i mean it works :) there is just way too much to explain... it just depends on how much you wanna spend :D
2007-02-01 18:00:14 · answer #4 · answered by fidowido99 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would go to a pro audio place like guitar center and pick up info there for starters.
2007-02-01 18:08:05 · answer #5 · answered by cadaholic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This site is basically a marketing site for zzounds.com, but it has some good info to get you going.
2007-02-01 18:00:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look on the internet.
homerecording.com/diy.htm
2007-02-01 18:01:08 · answer #7 · answered by Joan H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a camcorder and put it in your home room or a room in ur home.
2007-02-01 18:00:06 · answer #8 · answered by Nora G 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋