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Bedroom Band
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items Instrument and recording recommendations from practicing in your room to playing gigs.
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Bass Guitars
Guitars
Sound Gear
Strings
Vocals
Bass Guitars
These are the basses I have played live and/or recorded with over the years.
Functional and affordable 5 string bass. Versatile for all genres, and features a thinner neck than you would expect for a 5-string, allowing for greater playability. Great 5-string for people who are accustomed to 4-string basses and are looking t...
Schecter Stiletto Studio-5
A stylish 5-string beast in the mid-high end price range. Neck-through design and a wide 24-fret fretboard make this a great choice for those who want a full size and sturdy bass. Versatile with great sound.
Ibanez BTB 5-String Bass
Guitars
A great choice for the metal heads. Super stylish with a flair of class, I highly recommend this guitar to the both beginner and experienced player.
Schecter Hellraiser C-1
Sound Gear
Great for those who want to practice at home or just want a really big speaker for music at parties. I’ve never played with these PAs live but don’t see why you couldn’t. Loud and easy to use, they are suitable for a variety of needs.
Harbinger P.A. Systems
Great quality and affordability, these cables are a great choice for both live shows and bedroom practice. They also come with a lifetime warranty that protects against manufacturer defects and failures, one that I’ve used myself without issue.
PigHog Electric Instrument Cables
Strings
These are the only strings I use. Bright, clear tones, in a variety of string gauges and styles, Ernie Ball strings will help dial in the unique sound you’ve been searching for.
Ernie Ball Electric Guitar Strings
These are the only strings I use. Bright, clear tones, in a variety of string gauges, Ernie Ball strings will help dial in the unique sound you’ve been searching for.
Ernie Ball Bass Guitar Strings
Another great string choice for both electric and acoustic guitars. Bright sound and versatility.
D'Addario Guitar Strings
Another great choice for bass strings. Bright and rich sound with a great variety of gauges and finishes to choose from.
D'Addario Bass Guitar Strings
Vocals
From practicing in your bedroom to hosting karaoke night, this mic stand is all you need. While not world-tour quality, this is an affordable way to get started on your musical journey. Pair this with a Harbinger PA system and cheap microphone and ...
Amazon Basics Adjustable Mic Stand
The literal GOAT of microphones. These things are built like tanks and sound great for any use you can think of.
SM58® - Vocal Microphone
While not recommended for live shows, this affordable bundle has everything you need to get started with vocals. Also great for hosting karaoke or other events where a microphone is needed.
Peavey Complete Mic Kit