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13 Sure-Fire Ways to Make Your Expensive Home Studio Equipment Last a Lifetime

May 23, 2018May 22, 2018 by Brantley

You may think that after investing plenty of money and time building your very own home recording studio, the equipment will now just take care of itself. Unfortunately, this is simply not true as you’ll now need to take the steps necessary to protect your expensive home studio equipment in order for it to last a lifetime.

Not taking these steps will often result in your audio and recording equipment–such as your headphones, multi-track recorders, and digital audio workstation becoming damaged or perhaps even stolen. This article will provide you with 13 sure-fire ways to protect your studio equipment that will allow you to enjoy your home studio for many years or perhaps even a lifetime.

Are Dynamic Mics Best Suited for Recording?

May 23, 2018May 12, 2018 by Brantley

Contrary to what most of us believe when getting started, recording actually involves as much art as science. It takes time to master the skills and techniques that produce the best results. There are certainly different microphones to be used for recording, and there are key advantages as well as disadvantages to each one.

What are the Best Studio Monitors for Under 300?

May 24, 2018May 11, 2018 by Brantley

Studio monitors are a key component in bringing together the best sound and mix for any recording. There are those who argue it’s possible to get a decent sound from a lower priced studio monitor, but as with so many things in life, you truly do get what you pay for.

Recording in Mono vs Stereo

May 24, 2018May 11, 2018 by Brantley

A common question novice musicians and recording artists may have involves understanding mono vs stereo when it comes to recording. There are so many terms and factors to understand (EQs, compression, tracks, condenser, busses, etc.) that the most basic things can easily be overlooked.

Whether it’s better to record in mono or stereo comes down to numerous factors. The type of instrument, the number of microphones normally used, and the final aim (goal) for any particular track are all considerations that need to be made.

Mixing on Headphones vs Monitors

May 23, 2018May 11, 2018 by Brantley

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Once you’ve recorded all the tracks and you’re ready to get ‘mixing’ (putting in the effects, balancing the levels, and even determining positioning (pan) for each track), it’s time to do the job right. A lot of people have questions about whether it’s best to mix using headphones or monitors.

How to Pick the Best Mics that Will Supercharge Your Home Studio Recordings?

May 24, 2018May 4, 2018 by Brantley

Your mic is the most important part of the recording process. It even trumps your audio editing software and the instruments you use. There are many types of microphones on the market, such as condenser microphones, microphones with pop filters, USB microphones, mics that eliminate background noise, wireless microphones, and other specialized studio microphones.

The Only Behringer Composer PRO-XL MDX2600 Review You Need to Read Before Making a Decision

November 9, 2019May 4, 2018 by Brantley

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Behringer has been making quality audio equipment since 1989, but their relationship with music actually goes back to 1961. That’s more than 25 years of musical experience.

Movable vs. Fixed Acoustic Panels – Which Are Better for Home Studios?

May 24, 2018May 4, 2018 by Brantley

Setting up your studio just right is key to capturing high-quality audio. Just because you’re working from a home studio doesn’t mean you don’t want professional sounding results. One of the most important things you’ll put into your studio are acoustic panels. But what kind should you use?

There really is no straightforward answer to this question. When it comes to movable versus fixed acoustic panels, there’s a lot to consider. Let’s take a look at some of the many applications of acoustic panels to help you decide.

What Kind of Computer Should You Get for Your Home Recording Studio Needs?

May 24, 2018May 4, 2018 by Brantley

Let’s say you’re setting up a home recording studio. You’ve given it the acoustic treatment, and you have most of what you need–multi-track recording equipment, a multi-room audio interface, condenser microphones, open-back headphones and closed-back headphones, a digital audio workstation, and other essential high-resolution audio recording equipment, and pro tools to get your studio up and running.

The one thing that is missing, however, is a decent home recording studio computer to pull it all together. And choosing the computer is one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make. This is also one of the things you’ll find people are really divided on.

Do You Know How to Position Speakers in Your Home Studio for Optimal Sound?

May 24, 2018May 2, 2018 by Brantley

You’ve bought studio monitors, the digital audio workstation, audio interfaces, bass traps, condenser microphones, multi-track recording equipment, and other pro tools, as well as paid to get the room’s acoustics perfect. The final pieces in the recording studio jigsaw are high-quality surround speakers. However, shelling out all that money for your speakers means nothing when they haven’t been set up properly. You can’t just put them where you want to and hope for the best.