This book is for anyone who wants to record music at home that sounds as good as some project studio productions. The emphasis is on using a home computer as the central part of the recording studio, a few reasonably priced software applications, and carefully chosen sound equipment. The book takes the reader from start to finish -- from concept to final publication via traditional distributed media and the Internet.
This how-to guide is ideal for musicians who are new to the complexities of digital recording, as well as for those who want to keep up with the fast-changing technology. Its analysis of emerging technology helps readers make informed decisions for creating and operating a cost-effective, professional-level digital studio at home.
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Based on a classic vacuum tube design and manufactured in state-of-the-art facilities to exacting standards, this multi-pattern, large diaphragm studio condenser delivers the lush, classic sound normally associated with rare and expensive vintage mics like the Neumann U47 and AKG C12.
The redesigned Pulsar™ II small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone takes M-Audio’s pencil condenser technology to an even higher level. Designed in the U.S.A. by veteran engineers and hand-assembled to exacting standards, this precision microphone exhibits quality comparable to that of vintage classics
Luna delivers vintage look and sound combined with modern electronics for the best of both worlds. The large diaphragm cardioid design is perfect for professionally capturing vocals, guitar, piano—and just about anything else. Whether you’re looking for a great all-purpose first mic or a fresh new sound for your microphone locker, Luna is the right microphone at the right price.
Using manufacturing breakthroughs pioneered by M-Audio's popular Luna and Solaris, the new Nova cardioid redefines the entry-level price point for quality studio condenser microphones.
The Mic Thing is a portable multi-purpose acoustic treatment panel suitable for minimizing room artifacts and improving separation during microphone recording sessions. Great for a range of applications including helping to control room ambience, minimizing spill from instrument amplifiers, or even creating temporary control rooms the Mic Thing is certainly one handy thing!