BEGINNER HOME STUDIO SETUP (and why every musician needs one)

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10 things to fill your home studio with! Essential for recording guitar, making and producing music, and so much more!
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@stufromoz8164 3 жыл бұрын

You dont always have to buy everything new, plenty of studios are filled with equipment that has been purchased second hand from various places such as pawn shops, second hand dealers , local internet sites , ebay,local papers etc etc etc.....

@PaulDavids 3 жыл бұрын

Ahh, great tip!

@ccelik97 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I saved quite a bit of money by finding some weird&uneducated people that bought some gear but couldn't even figure out how to use them, got frustrated so tried to sell as quickly(and hence, cheaply) as possible lol. Biggest 2 examples are my audio interface & wah pedal (535Q it's really configurable). And to some extent, my guitar (although it wasn't 2nd hand) as a weird guitar shop guy got frustrated after not being able to find anybody to sell an ironbird as nowadays everybody wants to play the dumb pop singer that uses the guitar as an accessory rather than an instrument (so neck dive is a no go for them meanwhile I fixed it simply by changing the location of the strap pin lol).

@aminormemory-musicartist 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have saved a lot of money by keeping an eye out for decent second hand gear, and by regularly visiting my local music store to see if they have any special deals or sales on. Knowing what you need/want is important, and then don't always go buy it straight away. Keep an eye out and you might find a good alternative at a more affordable price.

@BrianKeeganMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Can confirm, I bought a secondhand TLM 102 for over $200 cheaper. One of the best purchases I've ever made.

@philfrank5601 3 жыл бұрын

@@ccelik97 Oh, you're so much smarter than all those dumb people around you, YOUR THE BEST

@jonathansmith4525 3 жыл бұрын

“Your best investment is to buy more guitars.” 🤣😂🤣

@carsonrandolph3557 3 жыл бұрын

My wife even started laughing at that one.

@Lcr34 2 жыл бұрын

Trust me its a therapy.

@daro9582 2 жыл бұрын

Was there anything else after that, I just clicked on the next video

@meetaverma8372 2 жыл бұрын

I mean that a fact

@nhyirabaaduminka 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@arnumorales 2 жыл бұрын

Two more tips: If you are in a very tight budget, you can use most of digital modelling guitar amps as audio interface to record, just check if your amp has a USB port. Amps like Fender Mustang and Katana boss can help you while you save money for an audio interface. And lastly, invest in a comfortable chair. If you are going to spend lots of time sitting in your home studio, best thing you can do is to have a comfy chair, your back and butt will appreciate it. Health and safety is THE most important.

@ThaJay Жыл бұрын

I say on a minimal budget, stick your guitar straight in the audio interface and use software for the amp emulation. A low latency interface is nice, then you have many possibilities while you save for more gear. Use your computer keyboard as a piano or drum pad and use any headset mic for recording other stuff if you need to. Play around like that for a while to find out what the next upgrade should be. It can be super minimal.

@kinarroo2135 6 ай бұрын

😭😭😭 omg what are you guys talking about. I really want to produce music, but alright. I'll read more🥹

@zsomborkovac5251 6 ай бұрын

Damnn the comfy chair is a great tip!!! I was wondering why I don't feel comfy and want to lay down all the time in my new room/studio, but now I realised that I have a wayy better chair at my old place and thats why I felt better there. Thank you for that hahah

@Psycho_SugarCraze 6 ай бұрын

There's still so much to learn 😭😭😭@@kinarroo2135

@ZyroPapuchon18 3 ай бұрын

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@viennakue7299 2 жыл бұрын

I love how you explain everything slowly and so that we understand how everything works together. Such a pleasant presence

@Stratomacaster 3 жыл бұрын

0:00 That is hilarious. My desk DOES look like that because it's the same Ikea desk.

@LiamPearce246 Ай бұрын

Dude that's sick

@MatthewScottmusic 3 жыл бұрын

Show me the way Paul Davids!!

@christopher-miles 3 жыл бұрын

i still can't work out how you don't have more subscribers. peace!

@Dashcam_Drivers_Switzerland 3 жыл бұрын

That’s the way

@emitremmus1004 3 жыл бұрын

@@christopher-miles It's crazy how he doesn't have over a million

@KenanGuitar 3 жыл бұрын

So how does Paul david?

@emitremmus1004 3 жыл бұрын

@@KenanGuitar Have over a million? He just makes junk-food for musicians. It's athletically pleasing and just enough "facts" so people can justifiably tell themselves it was worth while. Touring musical don't have enough time to make 90 hour editing sessions.

@krispymc77 Жыл бұрын

You're a dead set legend mate, no bullshit. I've been watching your vids for a long time, even my Mrs and kids will sit down with me only to realise they have spent 4 hours of their day listening to you educate them on stuff they have nothing to do with. The look on their faces when they realise whatever it was that they were meant to be doing is no more, Priceless

@SteveJones9 Жыл бұрын

Ur so fckn aussie mate

@paulhoyos4974 3 жыл бұрын

You’re such good influence to all people who love music. So many good advices. I appreciate your vids, Paul.

@vasilkraychev8194 3 жыл бұрын

"Every one thing you buy for the studio makes you buy two other things" Lao Tse

@chang912 3 жыл бұрын

I thought this is said by sun tse

@thehonkening1 3 жыл бұрын

@@chang912 LOL Im pretty sure his name is shih tzu

@The123carrera 3 жыл бұрын

@@chang912 Sun tazoo as Pauly walnuts says

@bluesmama5 3 жыл бұрын

I Tse

@mr.deafeningguitar1547 3 жыл бұрын

Hillarious... :)

@zayb2023 3 жыл бұрын

i was looking for a video like this for ages when i started my channel years ago. It took me ages to figure out all the different things i needed for a home set up. Glad an awesome video like this exists to help players who are new to recording.

@babakashtari6470 3 жыл бұрын

A few months ago I started a new studio for my self, the last home studio I had was back in the late 90s, and OMG things have changed. I had never used midi before, every thing I did was recorded live, between my kids and I we produced 4 albums. I watched your great video and I totally agree with your comment at the beginning of the video , the more guitars the better.. I have gone from live recording to writing classical pieces like symphonies to now where I am finding my self enjoying writing film score pieces of music where the film is in my head. But all for my self not anyone else. I love it.

@Stellarainn 2 жыл бұрын

You should definitely share it!!!

@melaniepenelope_ 11 ай бұрын

Share them with the world!

@noiZtheartist Жыл бұрын

I love how organized this is!!!!! There's no wasted time it's all the crucial pieces with explanations of why it works this way and what it does and all in a soothing asmr way LOL Best studio setup vid I've ever seen hands down!!!

@delhibill 3 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done. I've built up my home studio over the past year building on instruments and gear I've been collecting over the years. It does all come together, toughest part is learning the DAW (I jumped into Bitwig Studio). All this is hopefully an investment for years to come. You've covered all the bases. Thanks!

@heyfriend9202 2 жыл бұрын

Audio interfaces usually come with software sufficient for recording. I suggest testing different software like Ableton, Cubase etc. as free versions for a while before purchasing hardware. They are quite different from each other. Using the same software as your friends really helps.

@incongruous4 11 ай бұрын

I would suggest not spending any money on software when you're just starting and messing around. You can sell your hardware pretty easily like your interface, but no one's going to want to buy your ableton live if you decide this isn't for you. Better off pirating your daw and vst's until you're experienced enough to start making money off of it

@shredderofstrings3223 10 ай бұрын

@@incongruous4Can you still make money off of music you release even if recorded with a ripped daw? There's no legal bad no-no men that will try to be like yo UR GOING TO JAIL or nothin like that?

@incongruous4 10 ай бұрын

@@shredderofstrings3223 I don't think you'll be on a large corporations radar if you sell 10 cd's lol. If you do get caught, which is next to impossible, but say if you do there's no way you're going to jail. At worst you'll get a fine you have to pay. But really, it's more of a moral question of if you're okay with pirating than a legal question. 99.999% sure you won't get caught.

@shredderofstrings3223 10 ай бұрын

@@incongruous4 cool, 😎 thanks

@incongruous4 10 ай бұрын

@@shredderofstrings3223 Good luck! all the best

@vikingwooduk 2 жыл бұрын

Paul I've been following you for a few weeks now learning guitar techniques as I start my guitar journey and now setting up a small studio, I find this on your channel. Thank you so much for this tutorial and guidance, VERY helpful indeed.(Dank je wel en vriendelijke groeten) Mike (UK)

@fernandeznjenga6630 Жыл бұрын

You're a great teacher, coz it is clear that your goal is to help your audience understand & not to show what you know like some videos out here. Thank you for the inspiring advice at the end & even for sharing your story. I'm a big fan.

@Abracadeez 3 жыл бұрын

2:58 I was listening with headphones and was caught off guard by that. Excellent editing my friend! You truly are a master

@AllethianTunes Ай бұрын

i know right?!

@koosvanrensburg8563 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Paul great advice as always, one recommendation I would add as a great bonus would be A TEACHER. I say this because I started out actually being gifted an interface and a copy of a DAW by someone and yet found my self frustrated for months because of not knowing basic terms or concepts related to recording and production. It wasn't untill I saw your video on recording guitar that I was able to USE THE GEAR PROPERLY and finally make a recording I was pleased to hear afterwards. Needless to say It got me started on the road but I think the value of having someone to teach one how to use the tools cannot be underestimated.

@X-99-X 2 жыл бұрын

While this is true, KZfaq is goldmine for knowledge. there are fantastic tutorials on here

@giuseppealviti1115 Жыл бұрын

Paul what a magic person you are! listening to you i re-started to play my old guitar, thanks to your passion. That's great. Thanks a lot

@NllBll 2 жыл бұрын

When I started my little home studio, I used Garageband ( already installed )on my old Mac PowerBook, a Line6 Tone port ux2 and as a monitor a very nice stereo tube radio by Graetz from 1964. It still sounds great and every thing is working now about 15 years, no problems at all ! Thank you for this well made channel, by the way.

@naamakala789 3 жыл бұрын

Even when Paul talks about topics that don't really apply to myself I'm still excited to watch because he makes everything seem so damn interesting. :D

@hambletown 3 жыл бұрын

Literally just started recording and this video couldn't have come at a better time. Thanks for all your hard work, Paul!

@dustyballs994 2 жыл бұрын

Been playing for over 20 years with tube amps and pedals, but have recently purchased a boss GT1000 core and I’m quite impressed , I’m currently using it 4 cable method but wanting to learn more and more about IRs and recording at home so thank you this was very helpful in giving me a direction as I literally had no idea where to start

@eddiecabreja9390 8 ай бұрын

he really motivated me at the end,"just start doing it, its amazing". inspirational fr

@bebop425 3 жыл бұрын

I think you introduced the condenser mic as dynamic. Good video for those starting out to record!

@erdiguney3334 3 жыл бұрын

yes, i realized that. but he corrected seconds later.

@andrewsrea 3 жыл бұрын

I like your advice to let the gear evolve vs. the (wrong) thought that a person needs all the fancy gear to record. IHMO, the most important things in the studio are non-gear: 1.) Well trained and cared-for ears and 2.) Transparent organization & processes which enable creativity.

@JAGNFL 2 жыл бұрын

While I agree that your two non-gear things are important, they're both absolutely useless to record music with, so you need gear lol

@flyonwall360 Жыл бұрын

I miss my old Yamaha MT-2X 4 track. A good VHS HiFi was great for bouncing tracks and the final mix down. Ansel Adams once took a 2 week treck to Yosemite and his glass plate negatives were damaged. He had 12 negatives left to last him 2 weeks. Every shot had to count. Composition and exposure had to be perfect, and they were. Sometimes you get more when you have to work with less.

@LONLEYMIX999 Жыл бұрын

Manx flexing 😂jk jk

@dralinrichardson 11 ай бұрын

FINALLY!!! a reviewer who shows the pieces and DEMONSTRATES the actual play and interaction of instrument and engineering!!!! thank you

@Sleepgarden 3 жыл бұрын

When he did that thing with the left and right but pointed to HIS left and not mine, my brain was like "hold up, what was that?"

@thomascreekguitar 3 жыл бұрын

I think Plugins for your DAW make a huge difference. The room I record in sucks but spending a couple bucks on some plugins have really helped in making the room sound far better.

@roscius6204 Жыл бұрын

Big part of the home studio fun is how personalized it can be ....but nothing dulls inspiration quite like set up time. So aim for a space and system that's ready to go and allows/inspires you to be creative

@seanperkinsmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, Paul! This communicates the need for a home studio with absolute grace.

@disgruntledwookie369 3 жыл бұрын

I am 100% sure Paul reads my mind to come up with his video ideas, the timing is always impeccable :D

@gilbertomorales4402 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I am also a PC guy and do all my music recording/production on a custom-built PC. Great to see another PC champion out there for music production. Thanks!

@carlkerkman7028 Жыл бұрын

I find a small 8 channel mixer to be super useful for signal routing to several devices - a central point to control all the various inputs/outputs - great for gigging as well.

@rivervaughanmusicstuff5771 2 жыл бұрын

My studio is comprised of a cheap pair of Audio Technica headphones ($50 US or so), Scarlett Solo 3rd gen ($100-120), AT2020 Condenser Microphone ($100) and a $200 used laptop running Windows 10. I like Reaper as a DAW because it has a bunch of free tools, both made by reaper and it's community, and it is highly affordable at $60 for a lifetime license for personal and commercial use under $10,000 a year profit. It also has a free 60 day trial with no limitations on the software and I used the free trial for 4 years without any complications. It's also very small at 19mb for the whole program. I put it on a flash drive and set up my Google drive to grab all of my projects and takes so I can launch it on any computer in my house or take it on the go without using any disk space on my computer. Very handy, especially on the go. I just need an internet connection and my flash drive to work on anything.

@boucwol 5 ай бұрын

how much did they pay you to say that 😭

@rivervaughanmusicstuff5771 5 ай бұрын

@@boucwol I wish I was paid to say that

@OctoberB.-mr6fv 2 ай бұрын

Man’s like the Neo of audio Matrix!

@TheOdieD3 3 жыл бұрын

Clever video. So polished. You always put a ton of work into production. I always appreciate it. Bedankt kerel.

@rhodesyt2106 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, I admire his dedication to the videos he uploads.

@MarcEdwindelosReyes 3 жыл бұрын

I swear when he picked up that mic I was so ready to hear Paul sing.😋

@onesource9527 3 жыл бұрын

'A man's got to know his limitations.' - Dirty Harry

@christianbannard4313 3 жыл бұрын

I was expecting "Imagine" by John Lennon!

@BJ-fj6jw 2 жыл бұрын

Listen... Paul Davids...Thank you so much for explaining this to a beginner. Only 1 minute 40 seconds into your video, and I had to stop to say thank you for approaching this complex "non-musical" (if you get what I mean) part of making music understandable. I really like how you say "why every musician needs one." Thank you for empathizing with those of us who equates home studio setup to operating the dashboard of a flying saucer. Bless you for keeping it simple. I'm also reading the valuable comments of your many subscribers, of which I am one.

@tonypalamara770 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this very general introduction Paul. Perhaps consider turning this into a series where each episode focuses on one aspect of the 10 things that you covered in this video

@0Stella 3 жыл бұрын

This was wicked, Paul. I'd say the best investments I made recently to save me climbing in and out of my wardrobe every time I need to record vocals is a Kaotika eyeball to go around my mic. Also, a Cloudlifter or the SM7B to bring the signal up. I'm so glad I bit the bullet for those things. Again, being a singer who is slowly working my way into self-producing, I prioritised those items over studio speakers (I still have none) because headphones are fine for what I'm doing and the various YT videos I'm putting up. Brilliant video, thanks!

@kabirprakash 3 жыл бұрын

God bless you my friend ! It's a perfect evening in India and I am loving every bit of it while watching this video. 🙏

@dhh488 3 жыл бұрын

Stay safe Kabir.

@kabirprakash 3 жыл бұрын

@@dhh488 you too

@bmoraga01 2 жыл бұрын

Paul, thanks for posting. Very informative and important video for those of us wanting to make a home studio, but with no idea how to start. You took a complicated subject and explained it in a simple and straight forward manner. Cannot thank you enough! Greetings from southern California.

@rickelliott6946 3 жыл бұрын

I started with a Focusrite 18i8 second generation interface. Nice feature is the two (2) headphone inputs, 8 instrument inputs, 4 with phantom power and the ability to mute the monitors while recording and immediate playback when not. I’m in a tight space mic’ing amps and guitars/vocals directly. The sound quality is absolutely great. Pro tools first came with the interface if you order it direct from them via their site. If you can find them Event 20/20 8” powered monitors will not disappoint. Plenty of sound quality and headroom and a realistic way to hear what you’ve just recorded for playback (unmuted).

@alexa_viola 3 жыл бұрын

Love seeing how many others are starting their own home studio in the comments - me too! I'm a classical viola player 😊 Thank you Paul Davids!

@James_Gilchrist 3 жыл бұрын

Love the viola. Be sure to share your work!

@flfl3969 2 жыл бұрын

I would recommend the Tascam X8 new 32 bit portable recorder. For the musician that is just starting out, it's the perfect choice. It provides the audio interface with your computer and four XLR mic inputs. It is an amazing tool.

@hasherdaggimoto9964 Жыл бұрын

Things to organize your workflow and equipment are very important as well, whether it be shelving (I prefer metal wire shelves that allow you to hang certain cables and whatnot from while stacking stuff on top), totes of all kinds, a fishing tackle box actually works great for any hardware like screws, nuts, bolts, etc., and anything with wheels or casters (I use furniture dollies for everything) makes things like amps, speakers/monitors, or a drunken band mate incredibly easy to maneuver! Thanks again Paul for another great video!

@don4476 Жыл бұрын

This is so exactly what I needed. It's golden. Thank you.

@MatthewHarmon 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. For more advanced users, don't run your modeler (like Paul's Kemper) into an analog input if you can avoid it. It just incurs another D/A and A/D conversion. Most modelers also work as "sound cards" that will directly dump the digital output of the modeler into the DAW without all the extra conversion.

@NewGoldStandard 2 жыл бұрын

I really wanted to hear the final version of the song you were recording! I agree with all of this and I think it's important to keep in mind that you can always upgrade later. I had a little M-Audio Oxygen8 V2 midi keyboard for a long time and it did the job well. Even the super entry level interfaces have decent pre-amps now... there's really no excuse: make music!!

@michaelgaurnier3108 2 жыл бұрын

This was the most helpful video yet getting started recording. Gear I think is worth mentioning, I have the VOX Cambridge 50. This provides a tube amp with digital amp modeling, an acoustic setting, and it’s an audio interface all in the amp. With that amp, all I need is headphones and a daw; maybe a couple other things.

@CAWIII45 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for all the information sir. I’m hoping to start on getting a set up for my recording and podcasts. You helped me a lot on figuring out what I will need. Keep kicking butt. ✌🏻🍻

@rome8180 3 жыл бұрын

My recommendations for affordable gear: Motu M2 Audio Interface - $180 Rode NT1A Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic - $230 Reaper Digital Audio Workstation - $60 (or if you already have a Mac, Logic for $200 is amazing) Adam T7V Studio Monitors - $500 for the pair Roland A49 Midi Keyboard Controller - $250 Beyerdynamic 770 Pro Close-Backed Headphones (80ohm) - $160 These are the new prices for all these things. I found a lot of them cheaper by buying demo or open box models. Also, you don't need an amp profiler like the Kemper. Those are great, but you can plug directly into your interface and run an amp sim in your DAW. Most DAWs come with decent amp sims, but there are also plenty on the market you can buy for cheap if you don't like the stock ones in your DAW.

@pablofaivre 2 жыл бұрын

What do you think about garageband? I like very much abbleton live but i have to use it pirate and garageband came with the mac, i don’t to use it well yet, do you think it can replace the Live? Thak you for the things you recomend!!

@LourencoBranco 2 жыл бұрын

@@pablofaivre Reaper and Cakewalk are both free and are way better than garageband

@indigoburst 3 жыл бұрын

Here's a tip for beginners: The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is one of the more popular audio interfaces out there because of it's price, however it's pretty terrible for guitar and practically unusable unless you have a DI box or intend to mic your amp. The 2i2 clips so early from a plugged in guitar it's pretty much impossible to use. So basically just stay away from the 2i2, the 2i4 is a little more expensive but handles guitar perfectly.

@jbpanic 2 жыл бұрын

Was just trying to decide between the Scarlett 2i2 and 4i4. Thank you for this rec!

@indigoburst 2 жыл бұрын

@@jbpanic Absolutely! Shame about the 2i2, it'd be a perfect little package if it didn't clip on literally any setting. Glad my experience with one helped you make a good decision.

@majipan2719 2 жыл бұрын

And what about the solo version?

@indigoburst 2 жыл бұрын

@@majipan2719 I've never used it, I would suggest researching reviews to see if it can handle guitar input. I know the 2i4 and up work fine with guitar. Wish I could help you further than that.

@EdBender 2 жыл бұрын

@@majipan2719 The solo has gain controls for guitar and mic that turn red when it's clipping, so you can easily adjust back to green. I use and love it.

@aman1505 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I've been playing guitar for quite some time but never had the money to get recording equipment, until now. I was very very confused about how to start and what would be essential. Now I have all the information that I need. Thank you for the years of God's work Paul!

@davedave8280 Жыл бұрын

The best video on setting up a home studio I've seen. You made it so simple and clear. Thanks alot man. KEEP ON ROCKIN!

@Blue_3rd 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks! I nervously set up my first studio recently but in the end it was very easy to do, after lots of research and tips from friends. I would recommend the following: I got a Scarlett 2i2 bundle from Focusrite which included a two input interface, a good mic, good pair of headphones and cables. I think they are excellent value for money and possibly the most popular interface for amateur musicians. Then I downloaded Reaper as my DAW, which was a free download (you can pay later if you want to and it’s very cheap). I use a good old Windows 10 PC and have had no issues with Reaper at all. A few weeks later I bought a pair of Presonus monitors. The whole lot cost me less than 500€ and I have a very useable studio for recording my demos and for guitar practice in general. I should have done it years ago :) Cheers!

@Stellarainn 2 жыл бұрын

Ive been trying to learn reaper too but i cant wrap my head around it. Do you use a midi ?

@JasonTreadway007 2 жыл бұрын

Have pretty much the same set up. Game changer for sure.

@Blue_3rd 2 жыл бұрын

@@Stellarainn Hi...just seen your reply. No I don’t, apart from the virtual midi for programming drum plugins.

@bradtriesstuff 3 жыл бұрын

I just ordered a Focusrite 2i2! Really looking forward to putting it to work!

@howardosugars8922 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, so helpful and I love how you keep it nice and simple to understand! Thanks so much Paul. I’m going to start recording my own music very soon! Kind Regards Howard.

@georgesackey8368 2 жыл бұрын

This video transition is so great. I like how he actually took everything gadget one after the other to creat the smooth transition. Big up yourself

@999strings Жыл бұрын

As always a great video that gets straight to the point. I’d add a little hint for people recording acoustic instruments, drums or vocals: watch your recording room acoustics. Before you upgrade your microphone and interface because it just doesn’t sound perfectly leave that cave with low ceiling that you thought is your perfect room for your studio and give other rooms a try. I saw a lot of people struggling and having their “wonder moment” when they just got out of their box. Including me. The room is truly essential.

@ianedmonds9191 Жыл бұрын

And you can do a lot for next to no money. Recording with a directional mic and hanging a duvet on the wall you're facing can do a lot to damp nasty reflections from the room if it's a nasty sounding room.

@RC32Smiths01 3 жыл бұрын

My family has urged me to start recording more, so quite thankful for this one!

@PaulManningg 3 жыл бұрын

Don’t listen to your family.

@nolongerjuicyboiz4413 3 жыл бұрын

Your family want you to fail.

@ApertureCapture 3 жыл бұрын

Such positive comments... 😂

@RC32Smiths01 3 жыл бұрын

Recording is also something I am looking into more. Music is simply a great passion of mine, and I'm glad my family supports!

@joelstephenson8017 3 жыл бұрын

@@ApertureCapture ikr😂

@CowboyDrive Жыл бұрын

I have been working on my setup for 8 years. I finally have everything on this list 1 year ago. I finally feel comfortable with getting everything into the computer. I even use this same setup live.

@johnefrederick1590 3 жыл бұрын

A great little interface for beginners looking to record themselves is the Yamaha AG 03 or 06. This thing is slept on, Phantom power, loop back, portable. Easy to use.

@robert1992simon 3 жыл бұрын

Presonus and Focusrite have awesome kits for a reasonable price. I started with that, after some time I moved to UAD. Bdw headphones from that kit are incredibly good, I'm still using them.

@dutch_urth 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah those Focusrite kits go for as little as €250,- (depending on where you're looking) and include an audio interface, a pair of over-ear headphones, a microphone and an XLR cable. Basically everything you need to get started. Great stuff.

@crimadellaphone9374 3 жыл бұрын

Cakewalk by Bandlab is a fully functional DAW that is completely free as of 2020, before then it was a paid for DAW(Sonar). It's pretty good also, especially since Bandlab started updating/fixing it.

@leaveitorsinkit242 3 жыл бұрын

What do you mean by kits?

@onoesmurlocs 3 жыл бұрын

@@leaveitorsinkit242 I think they mean like a bundle, like mic interface heaphones etc all in purchase.

@JECastle4 3 жыл бұрын

I have the Focusrite 2i2 and it's working fine and didn't cost a fortune.

@sailingrubyrose 3 жыл бұрын

I’m going to build this on our new boat when we get it

@johnr8820 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll happily record there :)

@ashraykotian1 2 жыл бұрын

Damn that's interesting. What is it like recording on a boat? Are you able to get clean sounds without the sound of the waves crashing against the boat?

@briansnyder8382 2 жыл бұрын

A submarine works well unless a Soviet Sub locks onto you with their sonar. Or a whale farts. Lol

@pjbsailing 2 жыл бұрын

I lived at sea for many years with a guitar and gear. The salt air eats your electronics. It requires a great deal of extra care. That said, it was the best years of my life. Many sailors play and record from their boats and the jams are amazing. So much talent out there. Cheers!

@hunter00143 2 жыл бұрын

Idk about that one bro, taking thousands of dollars worth of music equipment on something that might end up at the bottom of a lake seems like a bad idea

@wurstgulaschpfanne 2 жыл бұрын

How can Videos on youtube get any better than this. You are so perfectionist in all ways. Massive respect, luv it!!

@ArtFreex 2 жыл бұрын

Ah man, this Midi keyboard gives me the feels! I bought exactly that one used for 10 bucks when first starting out making music and I'm still using it!

3 жыл бұрын

My favorite channel .. Thanks Paul

@obscureironing5751 3 жыл бұрын

Behringer U-Phoria is an incredible interface, it's lasted me years and is very affordable.

@metalhead_1996 Жыл бұрын

I gotta say adding drum tracks makes everything easier with a keyboard I see! Thanks so much for your tips Paul!

@profvvv Жыл бұрын

I finally finished my home studio. Started in 2012 and added bit by bit - Yamaha CLP 745 as my main instrument as I play piano primarely - M-Audio 61 leys MIDI keyboard - Behringer B1031A 8” active Monitors - Yamaha AG03 mixer (Audio interface) - Fender Player Series Strat HSS - Yamaha TRBX174 Bass - Fender Classic guitar (basic one) - Roland TD07KV electric drums - Sennheiser XS vocal microphone - Shure SM 57 vocal microphone - Ibanez guitar chair - Basic mic stand - Driving all through M1 Max Macbook Pro with Logic

@charlesarmstrong5292 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, thanks for yet another very well thought out video lesson. As a retired professional singer, I now concentrate mostly on composing my own songs. I often collaborate with a Band Buddy Muso back in South Africa. I thought one thing you may add (maybe under miscellaneous) to your DAW desk is a set of layered shelves. Eg; so that Instrumental Keyboard and typing keyboard are not in the way etc. Also, an armless comfortable swivel chair. Thanks again!!

@xoxo-bp2mo 3 жыл бұрын

I just needed this cause i want to start thank you

@drespo-oe9hr Жыл бұрын

Very well done, I appreciate the effort you made to explain the home studio concept! Thank you!

@maccalhoun4764 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again man, this was a great start a couple years ago for my beginning studio. Wish I could show a pic now! I’m proud of it👊 thanks for the great tips

@marlonj9826 3 жыл бұрын

For guitarists: The Universal Audio Ox is the most used thing in my little home Studio. Its just amazing!

@smudge1619 2 жыл бұрын

Bruh $1500 for that? Kemper is far superior.

@brtd90 3 жыл бұрын

I'll throw reaper out there as a great starting DAW. It's free and fully functional, not just the lite version. You may find another you like more, but at the least it's great to learn the basics on. And it's not going to cost a penny

@akmadsen 3 жыл бұрын

Well, it's free as long as you don't mind the "please wait" pop-up when starting it. But even so, the full version (personal/small business, for life) is $60. Money I happily paid after I'd been using it for about 6 months.

@linmyataung4971 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Paul! You explain things simple and make me undsetrand how to do it as a teenager. I love you channel! I am gonna try building mine

@patrickestwick5675 Жыл бұрын

See, yet again. A right on time video. I am putting together my home studio and here you are, right on time with more good advice!

@documentalist-NL 3 жыл бұрын

Cool run-down of starting a home studio. I think if you are just starting out and don't want to break the bank: audio interfaces by Scarlett (solo is the smallest one) are very durable, affordable and come with Ableton Live Lite. Also for a Midi keyboard I think the Novation Launchkey mini Mk.3 is a nice option, giving a small size keyboard combined with some launch-/drumpads for a nice low price (and again Ableton Live Lite included). I think with that you have a nice base for around € 200 (not counting the laptop yet, because there's too many different options there). Great video man! Greetings from Rotterdam. :)

@misternevercot8706 3 жыл бұрын

I use an SM58 (€100) and an Rode NT1 (~€255) as microphones. Both work great. I'm very pleased with the Yamaha AG06 interface(€146) although it's 2 Channel recording only and only one Phantom powered channel. Edit 17.05.2021: I Mixed up the Price of one of the total shippments with the Price of the microphone in the original post. so i looked it up again and corrected it.

@nikolaisoerensen 3 жыл бұрын

The Rhode nta1 is 159€ as a bundle with shock mount and pop filter and xlr cable at Thomann. In Germany at least

@misternevercot8706 3 жыл бұрын

@@nikolaisoerensen it's sonical a real tiny bit of a difference between the nta1 and the nt1.

@nikolaisoerensen 3 жыл бұрын

Oh didn't actually know the nt1 existed, apologies :)

@trestongoodwin6059 3 жыл бұрын

Dude. Literally starting to set one up this weekend. My desk is being delivered Sunday. Crazy you post this now!

@RoundzMusic Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. A beginner can really follow along with this and understand how the hardware connects and operates with one another.

@michaelmarquez1285 2 жыл бұрын

his last words in the video are gonna stay with me forever, i am truly inspired . thanks paul. :)

@DanielKellyFolkMusic 3 жыл бұрын

I spent the whole video waiting for “Here is my magic UberZTool that does all 10 in one”. Great video! One addition might be a Zoom H2n type portable condenser for those field recordings.

@teagenbinder948 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a video about that beautiful PRS!

@reagannelson5740 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the valuable information, Paul. I am currently setting up a small studio in my basement and the guidance was very helpful. Only one piece left to aquire and that is a good midi keyboard.

@primaballerina84 2 жыл бұрын

Long time RME Multiface + Pci-e card user, bought the Focusrite Scarlet 2i2 as a travel interface and I was really really positively surprised by the quality of this thing considering its relatively low price tag! Great beginners gear in my opinion 👌🏻

@johnnymacsmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Paul for this video! I'm diving into this home studio world. Got the Presonus Audiobox USB96, Studio One Artist, an okay mic and lots of ideas. I started the home studio because I wanted to let my idea fly, flourish, and evolve. It's also helped me see where I need to improve in my playing (along with videos like yours and some of the other KZfaq instructors. Seriously, thank you). I'm looking to get a key board next. But first, I need to build a dedicated studio space. lol. Anyway, all that to say, thank you for this video and all the other video's you've put out showing people like me different ways to unlock the fret board.

@MrBtw999 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any songs yet that we can hear ?

@mke7605 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got the simplest and cheapest setup and having a blast. Using Linux, I run the opensource Ardour as DAW. A cheap Behringer interface, using a HB American sound pedal as guitar amp straight into the interface and I put a few own pedals in front. As microphone an SM57. Works great for simple things.

@tonychai3663 2 жыл бұрын

The best lighting on KZfaq hands down. Matches the soothing voice. Good content as well.

@jb232ffs 2 жыл бұрын

I love the sound changed from left to right ear. Nice.

@filipe994 3 жыл бұрын

I already have all of this.. I guess I'm missing a new guitar.

@tjerkbonga6503 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@wjewell63 3 жыл бұрын

Yep......dito

@ccelik97 3 жыл бұрын

@@roosterball69 you might want to exchange some of those guitars for different instruments to broaden your range & style :D btw I wish my country's economic situation wasn't as shit because I really wish to buy one of those roli seaboard rise keyboard-y instruments (they're damn cool and expressive lol that squishy touch & pressure sensitive interaction surface is as as expressive as a digital instrument goes). Could almost replace a guitar and any sorts of other instruments if you're feeling creative enough.

@ccelik97 3 жыл бұрын

@@roosterball69 actually yeah, if I can find an old but workable string instrument like a cello for cheap/free I wouldn't mind fixing it up myself as I'm not that shy when it comes to diy-ing my way around such stuff :D

@kalkidasofficial 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@mrcl_ Жыл бұрын

My Home Studio consists of - Asus Laptop - Beyerdynamic Headphones - Adam Audio Speakers - Akai MPK Mini mk3 MIDI Keyboard - Focusrite Scarlett solo Audio Interface - Thomann Active DI Box, so i can Record the DI and reamp it with some plugin later (Amplitube 5 comes with the interface and sounds pretty good) - Cubase Elements - NadIR IR Loader (free) - my actual amp (ENGL Powerball 2 into an ENGL 2x12 cab with vintage 30's). I use that for direct monitoring with the thru signal from the DI box, i do not record the Amp sound currently due to lack of Microphones :D Maybe someone finds something that works for them with my list, except the actual Amp everything was pretty affordable and the results i get are pretty good :) I Plan on adding a twoNotes Torpedo Captor X so i can crank the amp and record the line signal from the captor, or adding an SM57 to record the cab with.. or both and see what works best for me :) And for DI i will probably Upgrade my Interface to get more XLR jacks so i can record the DI, the Captor AND the Mic and choose later what i wanna do with it. A Tip that i tried that worked very well, if you use a Modeler (like a Helix or a GT1000) those work as audio interfaces too, so you can just connect them with USB and go record.

@Canale_Chiuso Жыл бұрын

do you have problems with the recording quality? like slight echo/reverb?

@mrcl_ Жыл бұрын

@@Canale_Chiuso nope not at All, Quality is all good so far, i had slight reverb when i was micing up my cab in my room before it was treated, but since i installed acoustic treatment it is all gone

@Canale_Chiuso Жыл бұрын

@@mrcl_ op setup

@robertstatum7523 2 жыл бұрын

You have a great sense of humor! Like how you explain the usages of all the items. I am a novice with all that equipment, but I have purchased most of it and different musical instruments. Plan to make my own music. I am 62yrs of age. Peace and Blessings.

@AndreaPaesetti Жыл бұрын

I pick my guitar back after 16 years. At that time I was randomly strumming, with no real meaning. I'm now in the right mindset to dig into the guitar world and really approach a proper learning. Man, believe me...your channel has now and higher presence in my homepage than puppies. You're are a masterpiece!