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Recording your own music at home - the gear I love.
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items Ever wanted to produce and record your own music at home? This list will give you a guide to get started with your home recording studio.
These are the headphones I am currently using which I have had for over a year now without any problems - Australian made Rode studio headphones are perhaps the most solidly built headphones out there with a good sound at a reasonable price.
A good set of studio headphones is essential for recording and listening when you do not want to disturb the people next door. I personally prefer closed back headphones since these are more versatile for recording as you do not get sound leaking out...
A good set of studio headphones is essential for recording and listening when you do not want to disturb the people next door. I personally prefer closed back headphones since these are more versatile for recording as you do not get sound leaking out...
Amazon.com.au: Rode Headphones
I personally use a Focusrite audio interface for all my current recording work. I find it to be solidly built, reliable (had it for years) and comes bundled with some very nice software. Plug and play connected and powered by a usb cable straight into your laptop or desktop comp...
Amazon.com.au: Focusrite
A small set of studio monitors is helpful for mixing your recordings. There are a few budget models out there that produce a decent sound while still not taking up a big space which makes them perfect for bedroom produced recordings. Mackie, Yamaha a...
Amazon.com.au: Studio Monitor Speakers
I love my Korg Microkey midi keyboard. This is very portable and also comes bundled with some nice software. Korg gear is typically solidly built and I have had mine for several years now.
Usb powered.
Usb powered.
Amazon.com.au: Korg Microkey
Presonus also produces a very nice audio interface. Comes bundled with the Studio One DAW.
PreSonus Computer Audio Interfaces
A studio condenser microphone and stand is essential if you want to record vocals or an acoustic instrument.
Amazon.com.au: Studio Microphone
The SM58 is a rugged dynamic microphone designed for stage use and live performances. If you are recording in an environment that is not absolutely quiet then this microphone can be used since it is less sensitive to picking up background noise. Stil...
Shure SM58 Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Microphone stands are essential when recording. Choose a boom type stand since they are the most versatile, allowing you to place your microphone on the perfect position.
Amazon.com.au: Microphone Stand
A good shielded XLR microphone cable is going to help deliver a strong signal without picking up interference.
Microphone Cables
I currently use a mac mini for all my recording work as well as my other activities. Not as portable as a laptop but solid for what I need to do.
Amazon.com.au: Apple Mac Mini
For portability and a decent about of power I have found the Macbook pro to be a good machine. Plus it comes with Garageband which is a decent beginners DAW for those who want to get their feet wet with recording their own music.
Amazon.com.au: Macbook Pro