Whether your space for a budget recording studio is actually in your home or in your garage or in a small commercial space, this article is primarily for fashioning a music studio that uses a minimum of equipment.

The most budget friendly way to record has become the use of a computer and software programs. I recommend Apple’s Logic 9 which comes bundled with a program devoted to the creation of music. (The program only runs on an Apple platform) Not only can it record live performances but it comes with several software instruments: piano, organ and several great sounding synths. Logic 9 also has two other rather unique items. A fully functioning sampler which easily can turn recorded sounds into a playable instrument of your own making. It also comes loaded with loops, everything from drum beats in every style imaginable to orchestral fragments to sound fx and much more. These loops will automatically adjust to your chosen tempo as well. For more information go to the Apple link and check out all of the features. The fact is you don’t need an array of synthesizers and samplers rigged with midi wires which is usually a headache in the end.

The second thing to consider is the digital to analog converter that transfers the analog sound waves in to a digital format that your computer can understand – and back out of the computer so you can hear what you’ve recorded. Most computers have a converter but they really are inferior to several “outboard” and affordable converters on the market. The best ones in my opinion are made by Apogee. They are also fully integrated with the Logic program. If you’re planning on doing just overdubs one track at a time then the “Duet” is the best bang for the buck. The next which is also made by Apogee is the “Ensemble” which has 8 channels versus only two on the “Duet”. If you’re planning on recording a band you would obviously need more than 2 channels for individual micing of instruments.

Of course you will need microphones and stands. (Check out microphones on my link below.) The best ones for vocals in the recording studio are the cardioid condenser mics. You can buy fairly good ones for under $200.00 even though the range goes up to “8000.00. (For these you’ll need phantom power which is actually include with most converters.) For instrument micing you can use dynamic mics which are not as sensitive as the condenser mics.

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