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Here is my list of what you should get to start up a homestudio, starting with most important.
1. Get a good computer. I prefer PC, but some people like macs. Have a sufficiant amount of ram (512+), have a good solid processor, invest in a good soundcard. I recommend the M-Audio Delta 44. You need some sort of midi input, so grab an M-Audio midisport for that.
2. Buy a copy of a softwear sequencer. Cubase, Sonar, Logic etc.. all of them do essentially the same things, just get one that appeals to you. In my personal opinion, computer based sequencers let you manipulate the sounds and midi data alot more easily than hardwear sequencers. They also allow you to use softwear synthesizers together with hardwear, and give you things like mastering plugins and wave editors.
3. Next, buy a midi keyboard controller. I have the Roland PC-70. Basically, any keyboard with a midi output will do, but usually more keys are better.
4. Get a good pair of monitor speakers. I know some people believe in buying active (having a built in amplifier) studio monitors like the Event 20/20bas or Tannoy Reveal's. In my opinion, having listened to such monitors, it is a better idea to go for a good* pair of passive "non-studio" monitors with an external amp. Why do I suggest this? Because you get a better price to performance ratio. I have a pair of Axiom M22ti's with a kenwood 80watt/channel amp. I can safely say that I definately prefer this to the Tannoy Reveals. Either way, a good subwoofer is also a good idea to invest in, but is not essential at the start.
5. Buy yourself a copy of Reason 2.5 (if you dont have it already). Its amazing what kind of quality can be produced by it.. and you can integrate it with hardwear using your sequencer.
6. Buy one hardwear synth to start. I've got a novation supernova pro (which im selling because I've found softsynths to be just as expressive). Waldorf Q is great (micro q is also good if you want to save some money), access virus b or c aswell.. get whichever one. They produce similar sounds, great for electronic music.
I hope I didnt leave anything out.. but that's what you need for a basic studio setup.
If you buy more hardwear synthesizers, drum machines, samplers, etc, then an external mixer is also a great thing to have.
If you have extra cash lying around and want to make your studio even better, go for dual 19" lcd monitors (great for sequencing and softsynth work at the same time), accoustic foam for the walls, high grade speaker wire and interconnects.. and maybe a better amp, something above consumer level, to really give you the power and headroom you need.
*when i say a good pair of non-studio monitors, I mean a home stereo speaker that has a linear frequency response, neutral sound, and adds little colouration to the sound.
Last edited by DJ Chrono on Oct-01-2003 at 03:36
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