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This is the first article in a five-part series designed to offer you some guidance should you decide to join the community of millions who have discovered the joy of recording at home. Whether you are a beginner who has never recorded before, or if you are more advanced with years of experience, I hope you find value in this series. If you have any questions or would like me to cover a specific topic, please drop a comment at the end of the article. I read them all and will respond!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A (very) Brief History of How We Got Here<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For most of the 20th century, legendary spots like Abbey Road (London) and Capitol Studios (Los Angeles) were the trusted facilities where major record labels knew they could achieve the quality recordings they desired. As the digital revolution gained momentum in the 90s and began transforming all aspects of society, the music industry was also not immune to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fun fact: Pro Tools, the industry standard in digital audio workstation software, was born out of a product called Sound Tools. Sound Tools was first released in 1989, and was dubbed the world\u2019s first \u201ctapeless recording studio.\u201d It would go on to get a rebranding as Pro Tools I in 1991.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

In 1999, Digidesign released the Digi 001 audio interface alongside Pro Tools LE; its attempt in making Pro Tools accessible to independent smaller studios and musicians. For the first time, Pro Tools was within reach for those who didn’t have the budget to record in larger recording facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here we are 20 years later. The professional and hobbyist market surrounding audio production has achieved remarkable growth and it is now easier than ever to produce high-quality recordings out of your basement, home office, or bedroom. If you are just starting out, I know that it can feel overwhelming with virtually endless options to consider, so if you\u2019re not sure where to begin, have no fear! This is the guide for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Putting Together Your Home Studio Setup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As I mentioned above, there are many components to consider when putting together your first home studio. From your choice of computer to headphones to acoustic treatments, it can be hard to know how to maximize your budget. If this is your first foray into recording at home, it\u2019s best to keep it simple. As you gain experience, you\u2019ll find that there is a vast market for used gear where you can get upgrades for your studio at a fraction of the price compared to buying new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re starting out in your bedroom or intend to use a spare room in your home, here are a few components you\u2019ll want to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In part one of this series, we\u2019ll cover your computer, digital audio workstation software, audio interface, and microphones. In part two, we\u2019ll get into monitoring, acoustic treatment considerations, and accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your First Home Studio (Part I)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n