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Oh, gotcha. Typically we call those 'socks' in North America, but I totally understand where things are being lost in translation.
I would still advise you to hold off on purchasing something like that until you know that you have problem. Generally, solutions like that are only needed for film where we must record audio outdoors. If the above doesn't apply, you might get the same results from something like this, for around the same amount of cash, but will work for any mic you ever buy. Just my two cents.
Actually I had forgotten about drywall! I did a single layer of 5/8 drywall, and a sheet of 1/2 with a layer of green glue applied. It really helps with keeping sound out. If you do that, make sure to double up the studs in the corners while you’re building, so you have adequate wood to screw into, given the multiple layers. My booth is also for voiceover. I’m not very experienced, but the panels give you a decent amount of acoustic treatment for cheap inside, while achieving the same effect with foam is going to cost much more. I would also consider using mdf instead of osb. Much denser.
https://www.amazon.com/Green-Glue-Noiseproofing-Combo-Tubes/dp/B005WIVR2U
I bought this. If you want, you could also do a vapor barrier inside, and use the acoustic sealant around the edges. Like a bead of caulk around the top, bottom, and sides of each wall, then put up vapor barrier, and smoosh it into the sealant. The compound is for in between layers of drywall. My booth is about 6x6x6, and this was just enough for what I needed. In my opinion, a better investment to make it soundproof.
Ha! I just ordered a new one two days ago. It's been great, but I've had it for something like 5 years and its time to replace it....with the same one :)
I've The arm rests come up, so it's great for playing guitar in too.
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Very interesting, I think this is a very good option.
When using a separate stand (on wheel) - I can push the keyboard+stand into the "depth" of my desk when I'm not playing - this way I'll have less interference with my legs.
Can you link me to the keyboard stand you bought?
(So far I have found this option)
“Low budget, good quality”
That’s something we all want. The truth is, what you’ll mostly get when you ask that are:
-people who have bought cheap gear and it’s worked out well for them because they got lucky, barely use it, or use it gently
-people who don’t really know what you mean by low budget because you haven’t given us a range of what your budget actually is
Yes, you’ll need a shock mount and a pop filter. Given that the AT2020 is a $100 mic, I’m going to guess you’re budget for any of this stuff is less than that.
Literally any <$20 pop filter available on Amazon or Alibaba with at least 4 stars is going to beat nothing at all.
Same for the shock mount, but check the reviews to be sure it’ll fit your mic. Most will.
However, I would try to avoid being cheap about the mic stand. I assume by “arm stand” you mean a “boom mic stand.” I would invest here.
This is expensive, but you’ll have it forever
Tama Iron Works Studio MS756BK Microphone Stand, Black https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01C60JN54/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XA5FSQ2F17NWTDJBCBXM
I know it’s a lot, but it’s something I’d consider saving up for. If that’s too much for you, and that’s cool if that’s the case, then really, any $20-$40 mic stand you find on Amazon or whatever is about as good as any other.
I have this type of monitor stand.
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I just saw this post and realized if I ever wanted to go to one (or just two) monitors, I could easily place smaller studio speakers on the ends of the long arm if I wanted to.
I just heard about these - does anyone like these Hercules Monitor 5's?
I recommend getting a digital to analog converter box like this to send the optical out of the Xbox into your interface. Then pan it as a stereo source in your interface's control software and send it to your monitors.
The deal with the standing desk fell through and then I had to empty a closet for some contractors working on my place so the space I was planning to use disappeared such is life 😔 But now that I’m working from home and my wife no longer uses her “office” I have gradually been “sneaking” some gear in there and moving stuff around. I’ve been looking at the various kinds of articulated desk mounts you can buy which are really designed to hold screens, laptops and tablets but I’m thinking I can re-purpose them to hold gear. Just ordered this four arm mount from Amazon which is my first experiment https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08MBM4Z1V/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 If this works out I can see myself getting several different kinds of mounts and repurposing them to hold small synths, drum machines, a mixer perhaps. Leave the desk surface free for the StudioLogic Numa X Piano GT I just ordered 😅
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Hey there!
If it's available to you, I can't possibly recommend GarageBand enough as a tool for kids. I'm a grown-up Windows user on Pro Tools, but I still love and recommend it to anyone with kids who can use a mac. It's made to be really clear and accessible, it's easy to record into the computer, and if they really do get serious, many of the skills are extremely transferrable, especially if they opt to go to Logic, which is like a very very grown-up GarageBand.
If a mac is a no-go for you, you can try LMMS, which is a pretty polished-looking open source DAW that's geared towards being fairly simple and user-friendly. I haven't used it myself, but I've heard good things about it from some friends who teach K-12 music.
Beyond that, I don't know how much you really need to drop on gear. Something like a Blue Snowball or Yeti won't set you back that much, you could easily come in under $100 with either of those options being that both DAWs are free.
Hope this is helpful to you!
>Something like this, right?
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>Thank you so much!
Oh those guys are UA acoustics. They make flat panels too that are pretty impressive. They have an etsy site but it shows these sold out as of now but Amazon also carry them in a handful of colors
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I liked the 4.5 so much I and upgraded to the Eris8s when I built out my studio and still use the 4.5 in my office. BTW, these are prefer to get then at ear level. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005STCILC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'd highly recommend forgoing foam. If you have $500 grab two of the primacoustic london 8 kits (cheaper than the london 10 + you get more) and set those up, then go for a decent pair of bass traps (I use https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MCLX2IM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zBs-FbQ6RHE7J?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1)
Foam doesn't do much unless it's like, Rhino panels. Most are usually .65 nrc or close to that in my experience.
Most important is first reflection points (put a mirror on the wall, so that you can see the reflection of your speakers from where you sit. The mirror is at a first reflection point. Treat here) bass traps, and ceiling.
It is highly ideal you put your studio in the most rectangular room possible as square rooms are the worst. Not that it generally matters but if you're making money off of it or plan to consider this, and consider room for expansion (I,e,. When I started out It was just me, now I'm adding a drum kit, a vocal booth, etc,. and running out of room)
Monkey hooks. Leaves a tiny hole in the wall and one hook is supposed to hold ~40 lbs
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001KVMNPI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_Vf34Fb2KEV9T4[monkey hooks](https://www.amazon.com/Monkey-Hook-Picture-Hanger-Office/dp/B001KVMNPI)
This one is considered a standard in a lot of home studios and most folks are quite happy with Focusrite. I don't think you'll find one with 3 inputs, so I had to suggest one with 4.
I have an Art Headphone Amplifier with 6 outputs that also has a couple input options.
Atlantic Gaming Original Gaming... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077NVCSF8?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
thanks for your reply. any advice as to whether sennheiser gaming headset would work well for home studio purpose (guitar recording)? I should've mentioned im specifically looking for a headset with a built in mic that won't compromise the music recording playback purposes I've described
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https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KNPYAEY?th=1
thanks for your reply. any advice as to whether sennheiser gaming headset would work well for home studio purpose (guitar recording)? I should've mentioned im specifically looking for a headset with a built in mic that won't compromise the music recording playback purposes I've described
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https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KNPYAEY?th=1
thanks for your reply. any advice as to whether sennheiser gaming headset would work well for home studio purpose (guitar recording)? I should've mentioned im specifically looking for a headset with a built in mic that won't compromise the music recording playback purposes I've described
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https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KNPYAEY?th=1
I'd recommend the Focusrite Scarlet USB interface. I've had one for about 4 years now and it's one of the best interfaces on the market imho, great build quality and low noise (even better sound quality than my $1000, 16-channel Mackie firewire mixer). It has several different models (basically just varying numbers of inputs), but I think the solo model would be best for you unless you wanted to record more than one instrument simultaneously. They retail for $100, but you can probably find a used/refurbished one on Ebay or Amazon for under that if you do some digging.
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