#146 - 5 Tips For Building Your Home Studio
Microphone - Investing in a good quality recording mic is a great first step when putting together your home studio. The Aston Spirit, or Rode NT2A are two great large diaphragm condensers to invest in…
Audio Interface - An audio interface provides a bridge that converts the signal from your microphone/instrument, into one that your computer can recognise. Check out the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 or Steinberg UR22, two great affordable sound cards if you are on a budget…
Acoustic Treatment - The shape and surfaces of a room can significantly affect recordings, mixing and mastering decisions if not acoustically treated properly. You can find acoustic treatment foam online, or if you're on a budget try blankets and duvets…
Pick Your DAW - Different DAW’s can offer different perks, however all are used for the same outcome, to create music! Do you research and invest in a DAW that suits your projects…
Environment - We all want good vibes in a studio! What we are surrounded by can spark creative ideas, avoid clutter, and decorate your home studio so it feels like a comfortable haven when you are creating!
Monitors - Investing in a quality pair of active studio monitors is so important if you choose to mix or master music from your home studio! Do you research before purchasing, and consider carefully where you will position them in your studio…
Purchasing equipment to build your home studio can be a bit expensive, but if you start with the basics like a good recording mic, monitors (headphone or speakers), sound card and your choice of software, it should be enough to get you going. We hope these top five tips are helpful if you are thinking about building up your own home studio, and remember, It’s not always about the equipment you have, but how you use it!
