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My Music Gear
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items This is a list of everything I use in my little home studio to record my music! Since I myself do not have a crazy budget, a lot of these items are budget friendly or I try and provide alternatives (that I have used) to use instead!
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My home studio setup
Essential Non-essentials
My home studio setup
Everything I use #inmyroom
I do not have this version with bluetooth so I cannot speak on the bluetooth connectivity, but these monitors are great inexpensive and perfect for a home-studio setup.
Mackie CR5-XBT 5 inch Multimedia Monitors with Bluetooth
Guitar center has the version without bluetooth and the price is cheaper as well. Again love these monitors!
Mackie CR5-X 5" Powered Studio Monitors (Pair)
Super sturdy, easy to setup, and inexpensive. All the boxes you could want checked off. I keep my monitors on these and never have had an issue. They are also clamped to my adjustable desk and they have not failed!
suptek Clamp-on Speaker Stand Set, 2 Pack
Do not let the inexpensive price scare you, this desk is sturdy as long as you follow the directions to a tee when constructing. The directions can get a little confusing at times so go slow, but overall I love this desk HIGHLY recommend!
SMUG Adjustable Electric Standing Desk 40x24
I have been using this stand since 2019 and it works like new. Great longevity and holds my Shure microphone very well.
TONOR Adjustable Mic Arm Stand with Pop Filter
Probably one of the most expensive items in this list but it is worth it. The quality of this microphone is unmatched and there's a reason why you see it used almost everywhere. Podcast, Youtube, Live performances, etc… It's a nice well rounded micro...
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Sadly this microphone was discontinued so you do have to do a bit more searching, but it has great quality and compared to the Shure it's a lot easier on the wallet and I made it work when first starting out and I am sure you can as well.
Blue Snowball iCE Microphone - Black (Renewed)
Beautiful controller and it's lightweight. I use it when producing and it works seamless with Logic Pro X on my Macbook
Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3 61-key Keyboard Controller - White
I LOVE THESE! I literally use these as my desk headphones to listen to music, watch youtube, movies, or whatever. If it requires audio and I am just at my desk best believe I am listening through these. For mixing they are also perfect, great range o...
Audio-Technica ATH-M30x Closed-back Monitoring Headphones
This is the 3rd generation and they do have a newer gen that is a bit more expensive. If you have the budget for that go right ahead but this one is also perfect. I like the layout a bit more as well because both of the inputs are on the front instea...
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
You will need a reliable SSD to store all your projects, libraries, files and etc on. They vary in prices depending on color and other factors but they do go on sale sometimes. I have been using mine for the last 3 years with no problems.
SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD - USB-C
I live by this Macbook. It was my first ever macbook and I have been using it for the past 5 years and it still runs smoothly, quickly and efficiently. Because it is older you can also find some greatly reduced priced ones. I have been using this Mac...
Apple MacBook Pro 2020 M1 13" 8GB 256GB Renewed
Essential Non-essentials
Nonessential items that are optional but you will be grateful to have them around.
This surge protector stays on my desk. I use it mainly for my Mac book charging block. I love the flat plug design because before I moved, my plug was behind a different desk where there wasn't much room for a traditional plug to fit but the flat des...
GE 12Ft Outlet Extension Cord & Surge Protector
I keep this surge protector underneath my desk with my desk plugged into it, my studio monitors, desk lamp, and camera battery charger. The extra plugs are handy for when I am recording videos and need to set up my ring lights.
GE 10-Outlet 2 USB-A 1 USB-C Surge Protector with 8 ft. Braided Cord, Black 41357
Another product I have been using for years. This was actually given to me by my dad but I love this mouse. Works great, no lag, and it doesn't drain the batteries quickly at all. Plus comfortable grip!
Logitech M510 Wireless Mouse - Graphite
Easy assembly, reasonably priced, and comfortable to sit in for hours. If you want a wide chair you can sit criss-cross in or just have extra room, this is the chair for you.
Marsail Armless Office Desk Chair - Light Beige