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It's not an exaggeration to say that the vocals are the most important part of a song; here are some tips for recording them properly.
For musicians, home recording can be a godsend, and anyone with a computer can do it. Here are some tips for setting up a simple home recording studio.
Here are some tips for getting the best recording out of every type of heavy metal vocal performance and ending up with a really killer final track.
Nearly anybody can create an amateur voice recording. One can make a voice recording of decent quality using only a few simple tools and techniques. Here are the basics of getting started and making a first voice recording.
Then connect your microphone to the sound card. You might need a jack converter big to small depending on your microphone and sound card. Once this is done check your microphone by doing some vocals.
Home recording can be a rewarding experience with surprisingly good results; it can also save money and allows you to work around your own schedule. But it takes more than just plugging a microphone into your home computer.
Recording from home is becoming more and more popular as indie bands and struggling artists fight to get their records heard. Having the right resources can be a struggle. But getting where you need to be in music is all a few page flips away.
One of the most common questions that I get as a paranormal investigator (besides, "Do you believe in ghosts?") would be how I record for EVP. This article covers some of the tips that I would pass along to anyone wanting to know more.
If you're an independent artist with a home studio, check out these basic tips for recording your own background vocals!
You know you have the "velvet voice." You have things to say, songs to destroy, people to berate. But figuring out how to record your musings is overwhelming, right? Nope. Here's the cheapest & easiest home or travel setup for recording & editing your unique voice.
Audio compression is a touchy subject with many home producers, as many of them either love it or hate it and have a set idea on how to use it.
If you make careful choices when selecting pro audio gear, you can set up a modest but fully functional home recording studio with just a computer and a few hundred dollars.
Nearly anybody can create an amateur voice recording. One can make a voice recording of decent quality using only a few simple tools and techniques. Here, we over basic audio editing to... Ahem. Here, we cover basic audio editing to delete a mistake.
An artist is only as good as tools. Here are some of the best audio recording and sequencing programs available, with some info on why they're so good.
Do you need to remove a constant hiss, hum, or noise from a voice recording? Audacity's Noise Removal feature is designed for exactly this type of background noise reduction.
Home recording enthusiasts are living in the right time period; all it takes is a little bit of ingenuity to make a solid audio recording. That, and a good audio recording program.
The pros and cons of recording music projects at home versus recording in a professional studio.
Another Paul diamond Blow guide to recording drums for the amateur and home studio musician.
Audacity is an excellent recording program, and for those who can barely afford the electricity that powers their instruments, it's completely free and open source.
Produce a Demo Recording for under $20. Although recording gear can be very expensive - it is still possible to get a good recording for under $20 from the comforts of your home without buying expensive gadgets.
Have you ever wanted a recording studio in the privacy of your own home? Most of us could never imagine having one like we see on different television programs. They would usually put a huge dent in the wallet of any regular consumer.
Like all people, models, actors and other celebrities get bored on occasion. Unfortunately, some of them attempt to remedy this by stepping into a recording studio. Find out about some who did and why humanity will never be the same.
Music making tips...if you have a tight budget (if you are a teen singer or otherwise) than don't spend hundreds of dollars on a microphone. I am recording on a FREE microphone and I have no side effects, other than the hum of my computer, on occasion...
A tutorial on using the Adobe Breeze recording feature.
Adding reverb properly takes a very delicate touch; here are some tips to help you use a quality reverb to make your recordings sound deep and natural.
Get great quality home recording that's also affordable. Here's a product review of MXL's 990/991 set of condenser microphones.
In this article I'll take a look at how muddy bass signals get that way, and what home studios can do to prevent that unnatural, lifeless sound that tends to pop up so often in bass tracks.
The words "mixing" and "mastering" are often used as synonyms, but the differences between the two are quite pronounced. Music creators and fans should be aware of the differences between the two sciences.
Building a home recording studio is simple and can be inexpensive if you don't mind a basic set-up. Of course, if money is not an option, you could always upgrade. All you need is plenty of room and the right equipment.
EQ can add flavor to tracks in a recording. Intimidating as looks, knowing where to cut and boost will help you achieve a better understand of the frequencies and what sounds good together. Here is a guide to knowing what each frequency level does.
Here are some of the most common techniques used in studios for recording an electric guitar.
If you're looking to record songs at home, there are a few basic rules you should follow to make your recordings sound pure and fantastic.
Knowing how to use effects when making a home audio recording is important to the self-musician. Each effect has certain rules to abide by and what they're used for. Here's a guide to get you started with adding those haunting delays.
Here are some of the techniques I've found to be helpful when recording bass guitar in a home studio.
A checklist for home buyers with lots of things to get done before signing the new loan
MySpace, TagWorld, FameCast, Imeem, Internet Radio, these are just a few of the names that are haunting the major recording industry as they watch the popularity of indie and unsigned artists spread all over the world with almost no effort.
The basic tools needed to get started as a voice talent from home.
How to make the most of your time in the recording studio. Read these recording studio preparation tips and avoid wasting time during your sessions.
This is the second part in a series on podcasting. The article covers recording a podcast and includes information on how to speak and common errors people make when recording a podcast for the first time.
Lollipop Recording is a recording studio founded under real musicianship and dedication to the creative innovation to heavy metal. Lollipop is a saving grace for unsigned metal bands seeking quality on a budget.
This article is a crash course in live recording. It goes through the typical procedure when using portable, digital equipment to record a live rock band. It also gives tips, advice, and pitfalls to avoid.
Harmonies can make a normal song extraordinary if care is taken to record and mix them well. Here are some tips for recording and mixing several common types of harmonies that you'll hear on many major recordings.
Just the design alone on this Logitech model looks classy. The square, silver base makes it attractive--and the microphone itself (a vertical, arched shape as most computer mics are designed) is a sleek black color.
This article presents six tips to help homeowners stay on track with their home improvement projects.
Here are several techniques that many studios use to get a decent quality acoustic sound.
Home recording studios do not have to cost multiple thousands of dollars.
Camcorders or video cameras are digital devices meant for recording any event /occasion for broadcast, internet or personal use. Many times, due importance is not given to the proper synchronization between video and audio (picture and Sound).