what do i need to start my own recording studio?

Question

i want to start my own label record with y own recording studio... so i want to know what kind of equipment i need to start my own recording studio?

Answer 1

The most important thing about a recording studio isn't necessarily top-notch equipment. Just about anyone can turn their PC or Mac into a decent recording platform. If you really want to do this for a career, it's knowledge, experience, and a good ear for the sound you want to produce that will make you successful. Before investing any money in equipment, invest in just that: knowledge of the industry, experience in working in a studio, and developing your ear.

To begin, contact some recording studios near you, and try to get a job, even if all you do is volunteer to help out as an assistant of some kind. You can gain a lot just from putting yourself in the environment; wrapping cords, putting equipment away, and watching and listening to the sound engineer and producer interact with the artist(s).

People typically think that having a studio means working with hot up and coming artists. However, you'd be surprised that many (if not most) studios make a living by producing soundtracks for radio commercials, and providing voice-over production for TV and film.

Many independent bands will hire time in a studio to produce their own music. Guess what - it's not all what you might consider good. So, you will need to learn to make the best recording, and pull the best performance out of musicians and bands that you might not care for. It's a job, and it isn't glamorous, but a talented sound engineer or producer are capable of listening to the sound a band is going for, and pushing them towards excellence.

Look into the various schools around the country that specialize in audio engineering. Your local community college or technical institute may have courses that can get you started. There are a lot of resources on the web, and there are books you can find at your local library or bookstore that will give you a leg up on what you'll need to get going too.

Last, listen to LOTS of different kinds of music. Try to step outside your current musical taste. There is a lot to be learned about recording technique, and the nuances of it that can come through in different kinds of music. The best modern artists of today are successful in that they can take what has been done in the past, and are able to borrow, develop and push the sounds forward and make them their own.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

* Start and Run Your Own Record Label, Revised and Expanded Edition by Daylle Deanna Schwartz
* Label Launch: A Guide to Independent Record Recording, Promotion, and Distribution by Veronika Kalmar
* Music Business Made Simple: Start An Independent Record Label by J.S. RUDSENSKE
* The Savvy Studio Owner: A Complete Guide to Setting Up and Running Your Own Recording Studio by John Shirley, Richard Strasser
* Make Money with Your Studio: Setting Up and Operating a Successful Recording Studio by Tom Volinchak
* The Studio Business Book, Third Edition by Mitch Gallagher
* How to Build A Small Budget Recording Studio From Scratch: With 12 Tested Designs (TAB Mastering Electronics Series) by Michael Shea

I also posted links to some free articles in the source box.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 3

Well, I've heard that it is a good idea to start with a cd duplicating or pressing machine and a basic recording setup for the record label so that you can produce cd's in house. Then later you should invest in some better recording equipment and try to get clients.

Answer 4

Your gonna need money and lots of it. My friend has a mini studio in his house, and before you start doing anything you have to plan the basics. I sugest you start from the bottom like the recording software.

Answer 5

You need a lot of cash and an endless checkbook. Think about doing the label part but job out the recording part.

Answer 6

money.