first recording setup

[super rad stuff]

i was at guitar center last night, and the guy working there that i usually talk to was showing somebody this video of his recording setup. he's got his own makeshift studio and whatnot, and i asked him for a reccomendation on where to get started with recording. i don't remember too well what he told me, but i remember something along the lines of a kit consisting of 2 mics, one of them being a pencil mic and the other a condensor, a few other things, and it cost only $100. i don't care if it's high quality or anything, i just want to get started with recording and was wondering if anybody knows what i'm talking about. thanks!

 

[Diocletian]

Re: first recording setup

If you just want to get started from your bedroom, for a cheap price, I'd look at the Line 6 Toneport GX. These things are really cheap, but good quality.
No amps needed or mics or anything (unless you want to do vocals of course). Just plug in the guitar, or that ML bass, and find a sound you like with all the onboard amp sims and FX.

You'll still need a recording program of course, like Sonar or Cubase or that.

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

thanks. i found the kit though, it's an mxl 990/991. it only comes with mics though! i'll look into the toneport then.

 

[Virtual Kevorkian]

Re: first recording setup

Honestly, if I were looking into a home recording setup for the first time, or even as a small/mobile writing rig, I'd not hesitate at all to get a PODx3 and a condensor like an AT3035 or something similar. The PODx3 has a mic pre and acts as an interface, and the AT3035 is great for vocals/acoustics for the price.

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

Honestly, if I were looking into a home recording setup for the first time, or even as a small/mobile writing rig, I'd not hesitate at all to get a PODx3 and a condensor like an AT3035 or something similar. The PODx3 has a mic pre and acts as an interface, and the AT3035 is great for vocals/acoustics for the price.

i'd totally get that stuff if i had the bones

 

[Virtual Kevorkian]

Re: first recording setup

Well what's your budget and what are you trying to accomplish?

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

Well what's your budget and what are you trying to accomplish?

really, i have no budget for the next couple of months, i've got about $300 left over from some savings i put away, and i was looking to maybe spend $100. however, if i've got to spend more than that i'll save doing this until after i've got some sort of income. i really want to get 2 things accomplished, learn about mic placement and get some basic guitar tracks recorded. nothing fancy, just want to do it as cheaply and as possible since i just want to learn how to record.

 

[Virtual Kevorkian]

Re: first recording setup

Alright, now that that's down...

Any recording gear already? An interface, perhaps? Mics are useless without preamps, and the preamp on your soundcard doesn't count!

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

:eyecrazy: i don't have any of that stuff.... looks like i won't be recording for a while! well, thanks for the help dood but i think i'll reserve this project intil after i get a job

 

[Mark Cearlock]

Re: first recording setup

:eyecrazy: i don't have any of that stuff.... looks like i won't be recording for a while! well, thanks for the help dood but i think i'll reserve this project intil after i get a job

Trust me man, Jobs just take time away from playing. Wait a minute, with a job, I am able to buy more s**t, On second thought, nevermind.

 

[Diocletian]

Re: first recording setup

The Toneport will get you started, and if you want to learn about mic placement and stuff you can always sell the Toneport when you have the cash.

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Line6-Line-...5|66:2|65:12|39:1|240:1318|301:1|293:1|294:50

There's another one on ebay.com, but it has no software and you'll need it, so steer clear.

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

wow toneports are that cheap:eyecrazy: i'll have to look into those then, thanks diocletian. however, i'm not too ebay savvy and i've heard horror stories about both it and paypal. i think i'll stick to non-paypal methods of getting one

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

holy crap MF has them on clearance!
http://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.co...X1-USB-RecordingModeling-Interface?sku=249700
really thinking of getting one. whatcha think?

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

there's this one too, it'd be under $50 shipped:
http://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.com/product?sku=241406X

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

http://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.co...X1-USB-RecordingModeling-Interface?sku=249700
went ahead and got this thing, same basic thing as it's predecessor with headphone output and mic input

 

[Mark Cearlock]

Re: first recording setup

http://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.co...X1-USB-RecordingModeling-Interface?sku=249700
went ahead and got this thing, same basic thing as it's predecessor with headphone output and mic input

Let us know how it works out, As I am considering one of these, or maybe a higher end one.

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

will-do

edit: get ready for the tips/clips section to be flooded with ska-infested clips!

 

[Mark Cearlock]

Re: first recording setup

will-do

edit: get ready for the tips/clips section to be flooded with ska-infested clips!

Cant wait! Hows that sg doin? Are you in phat pearly heaven yet?

 

[super rad stuff]

Re: first recording setup

ah it's doing awesome! haven't really had the chance to plug into my main amp for the last month or so, but even through my kustom 10w practice amp through my pedals, it rips! to me, it's the other perfect guitar*. it doesn't have too much low end, nor are the highs piercing since i lowered all my screws in. it'd fit into a mix very well
how long 'til you finish your mahogcaster?:naughty:

*the only thing that'd make it more 'perfect' is if i did it to a washburn idol or similar with a maple top and thicker body!

 

[Mark Cearlock]

Re: first recording setup

ah it's doing awesome! haven't really had the chance to plug into my main amp for the last month or so, but even through my kustom 10w practice amp through my pedals, it rips! to me, it's the other perfect guitar*. it doesn't have too much low end, nor are the highs piercing since i lowered all my screws in. it'd fit into a mix very well
how long 'til you finish your mahogcaster?:naughty:

*the only thing that'd make it more 'perfect' is if i did it to a washburn idol or similar with a maple top and thicker body!

Need to get a neck and some tuners and hardware. Maybe a month or so.
I keep finding other stuff I dont need, so that keeps putting it back.
Got a tb 14 for it, but put that and a jazz in my peavey for now.So now I also need pickups.. again! Maybe have to pull the trigger on a p-rails set, Or, a a-8 tb-14 and a p-rails neck.